I'm Chico Jofilsan, a Brazilian multidisciplinary designer, director, and motion designer with over 20 years of experience across broadcast, animation, branding, and visual storytelling. I work as a mixed-media director, combining 2D animation, live-action, stop motion, 3D elements, and illustration to create visually driven work with a strong narrative focus. Based in Montevideo, Uruguay, I collaborate remotely with studios and brands across Brazil, the USA, Canada, Mexico, Europe, and China, guiding projects from concept through final delivery with a hands-on art-direction approach.

Chico Jofilsan (Francisco Jofilsan)

I'm Chico Jofilsan, a Brazilian multidisciplinary designer, director, and motion designer with over 20 years of experience across broadcast, animation, branding, and visual storytelling. I work as a mixed-media director, combining 2D animation, live-action, stop motion, 3D elements, and illustration to create visually driven work with a strong narrative focus. Based in Montevideo, Uruguay, I collaborate remotely with studios and brands across Brazil, the USA, Canada, Mexico, Europe, and China, guiding projects from concept through final delivery with a hands-on art-direction approach.

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I’m Chico Jofilsan, a Brazilian multidisciplinary designer, director, and motion designer with over 20 years of experience across broadcast, animation, branding, and visual storytelling.

I work as a mixed-media director, combining 2D animation, live-action, stop motion, 3D elements, and illustration to create visually driven work with a strong narrative focus. Based in Montevideo, Uruguay, I collaborate remotely with studios and brands across Brazil, the USA, Canada, Mexico, Europe, and China, guiding projects from concept through final delivery with a hands-on art-direction approach.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Motion Designer at 2ManyHands.com
January 1, 2020 - Present
Lead motion projects from pitch to delivery, direct creative teams, and stay hands-on with animation.
Director / Motion Designer at Tendril.ca
January 1, 2010 - Present
Collaborate remotely with a leading Canadian motion studio on high-end commercial and broadcast projects.
Director / Motion Designer at Aparato.tv
January 1, 2015 - Present
Director / Motion Designer – Aparato.tv (Freelance)
Director / Motion Designer at Lobo.cx
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2010
Director / Motion Designer – Lobo.cx
Art Director / Animator at Nakd (Nando Costa’s Studio)
January 1, 2004 - Present
Art Director / Animator at Nando Costa's Nakd studio, Rio de Janeiro.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design at Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2002

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services