Mark Anthony S. Ballesteros

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Hi, I’m Mark Ballesteros, a 2D animator and storyboard artist based in Manila with a passion for clear, expressive storytelling and refined sketch-style visuals.

About

Hi, I’m Mark Ballesteros, a 2D animator and storyboard artist based in Manila with a passion for clear, expressive storytelling and refined sketch-style visuals. I thrive in collaborative environments, guiding pre-production, character design, and visual development to deliver engaging campaigns and branded content.

Throughout my career I have led animation efforts, created detailed storyboards for commercials, and mentored teams across multiple studios. I enjoy adapting to different pipelines, balancing creative vision with production realities, and delivering high-quality work on time.

  • 21 years' experience
  • Joined April 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 7 roles

Project Animation Lead · INVI (Initial Vision)Feb 2025 – Aug 2025 · 7 mos

Oversaw animation production and coordinated with team members to maintain quality and meet project deadlines.

Storyboard Artist · Interactive Arts Services / Storyboardsonline.com / Animaticmedia.comJan 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 11 mos

Developed visual storyboards for a wide range of commercials and advertising campaigns.

Freelance Character Animator · Snipple Animation StudiosJan 2014 – Jan 2015 · 1 yr 1 mo

Handled character animation for Bunnicula, Dora and Friends, and Geronimo Stilton (Season 3). Worked collaboratively with the animation team to produce expressive and appealing character performances aligned with international production requirements.

Freelance Project Animator · Arkeo Films / This Side Up / Marco Biemann Produktion HausJan 2008 – Jan 2017 · 9 yrs 1 mo
Storyboard Artist · Arkeo Films / This Side Up / Filmex Studio / CIMAGOJan 2008 – Jan 2025 · 17 yrs 1 mo
Creative Artist / Animation Director · Creative Media and Film Society of the PhilippinesJan 2008 – Jan 2014 · 6 yrs 1 mo
Animator · Toon City Animation StudioJan 2005 – Jan 2009 · 4 yrs 1 mo

Education· 8

Professional Animation Training · ArtFarm Asia2005 – 2026
Mechanical Production Engineering Technology · Technological University of the Philippines1999 – 2003
Bachelor of Fine Arts Major in Advertising · University of the East, Caloocan Campus1998 – 1999
Secondary · Sta. Clara Parish School1994 – 1998

Certifications and awards· 6

Best Visual/Special Effects for Pintakasi2012 – 2026
Animation Grand Winner (Group Category) – PICCA 1st Animation Jam2012 – 2026
Featured Article – Philippine Daily Inquirer2013 – 2026
Best Visual/Special Effects for Pintakasi (9th Golden Screen Awards)2012 – 2026

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