I’m Giovanna Aoki, a recent FAAP graduate with a Bachelor’s in Film & Animation. I’m proficient across the full animation pipeline and focus on delivering high-quality results. I’ve contributed as a key team member on short films in roles such as head director, animator, lead background artist, and supervisor. I’m committed to continuous learning and upgrading my skills with the latest animation techniques.

Giovanna Aoki

I’m Giovanna Aoki, a recent FAAP graduate with a Bachelor’s in Film & Animation. I’m proficient across the full animation pipeline and focus on delivering high-quality results. I’ve contributed as a key team member on short films in roles such as head director, animator, lead background artist, and supervisor. I’m committed to continuous learning and upgrading my skills with the latest animation techniques.

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I’m Giovanna Aoki, a recent FAAP graduate with a Bachelor’s in Film & Animation. I’m proficient across the full animation pipeline and focus on delivering high-quality results.

I’ve contributed as a key team member on short films in roles such as head director, animator, lead background artist, and supervisor. I’m committed to continuous learning and upgrading my skills with the latest animation techniques.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Head Director / Lead Animator / Supervisor (short film production)
February 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Served as head director and lead animator/supervisor on short film productions. Also supervised the overall animation workflow, contributed numerous in-betweens and cleanup shots, and handled background art responsibilities including creating/maintaining the bible for the full project.
Key / In-between / Cleanup Assistant Animator
May 1, 2024 - October 31, 2024
Supported animation delivery by handling key, in-between, and cleanup shots. Focused on timing, line quality, and adherence to the approved style throughout the animation process.
2D Animator (assistant/production support)
August 1, 2023 - February 29, 2024
Worked as a 2D animator and assistant within short-form animation production, contributing to shot execution through intermediate animation tasks and maintaining continuity with the project bible/visual references.
Background Artist / Illustrator (2D, Cut-out & Animation support)
August 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Provided background art and illustration for animated short films, working across 2D and cut-out styles. Contributed to animation production by supporting key, in-between, and cleanup tasks as needed, and collaborated with the team to maintain consistent visuals and pacing.

Education

Bachelor: Film & Animation at Fundação Armando Alvares Penteado (FAAP)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Academic Excellence Award - FAAP (Hall of Fame of the Film & Animation program)
January 1, 2025 - August 5, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education