Melissa Yurie Oliveira Coutinho

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I'm Luxbbq, a 2D animator and storyteller. I'm clearly more at home in my field, and I enjoy working with people; there's no obstacle I can't overcome.

About

I’m Luxbbq, a 2D animator and storyteller. I’m clearly more at home in my field, and I enjoy working with people; there’s no obstacle I can’t overcome. I’m currently seeking part-time or freelance opportunities.

I’m part of the animation and supervision team for a future pilot episode and have been commissioned to illustrate a full D&D campaign, designing characters and maps and coordinating with the DM to bring interior locations to life. I keep the work on track and discuss modifications to achieve the best possible final result.

  • Joined September 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Professional Services
  • Software & Internet
  • Other
  • Gaming

Projects · 1

At the Academy’s Ball, students face their final exam, a murder in plain sight. The target is known, the rules are clear, now the execution.

Final Animation project before graduation at ESAD+Design, with music and compositing done by: @MatthewDreamsky

  • 2D Animator
  • Art Director

Work experience

2D Animated Short Film – Final Year Project · ESAD + Design UniversityDec 2025 – Oct 2025

Final-year project: a 2D animated short film created largely by myself; included design, animation, and storytelling; music not created by me.

Art Director, Character Designer · D&D CampaignDec 2025 – Oct 2025

Commissioned to illustrate an entire D&D campaign, designing characters and drawing the map and interior locations.

Animation Production Supervisor | Indie Pilot Project · Zyanic EndeavourJul 2025 – Present · 1 yr 5 mos

Supervised storyboard development and rough animation pipelines for an original animated pilot episode. Ensured visual storytelling consistency and adherence to project style guides throughout production. Collaborated closely with the creative team to refine narrative flow and character movement.

Education

Bachelor's in Digital Arts and Multimedia · ESAD Matosinhos (ESAD + Design)2022 – 2025
Secondary Education, Multimedia Animation · Soares dos Reis Secondary School, Porto2019 – 2022

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