I’m a motion designer and animator based in the San Francisco Bay Area, specializing in 2D/3D animation, visual storytelling, and interactive design. My work blends thoughtful design with cinematic motion to create engaging brand experiences across digital and broadcast platforms. With a background in graphic design and extensive training through School of Motion, I’ve developed a multidisciplinary approach that spans illustration, compositing, and real-time tools like Rive. I’ve worked on projects ranging from branded content to fully integrated pieces combining live action, 2D, and 3D animation. I’m especially interested in projects at the intersection of technology, storytelling, and design—collaborating with studios, agencies, and brands to bring ideas to life through motion. Available for freelance and collaborative opportunities.

I’m a motion designer and animator based in the San Francisco Bay Area, specializing in 2D/3D animation, visual storytelling, and interactive design. My work blends thoughtful design with cinematic motion to create engaging brand experiences across digital and broadcast platforms. With a background in graphic design and extensive training through School of Motion, I’ve developed a multidisciplinary approach that spans illustration, compositing, and real-time tools like Rive. I’ve worked on projects ranging from branded content to fully integrated pieces combining live action, 2D, and 3D animation. I’m especially interested in projects at the intersection of technology, storytelling, and design—collaborating with studios, agencies, and brands to bring ideas to life through motion. Available for freelance and collaborative opportunities.

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I’m a motion designer and animator based in the San Francisco Bay Area, specializing in 2D/3D animation, visual storytelling, and interactive design. My work blends thoughtful design with cinematic motion to create engaging brand experiences across digital and broadcast platforms.

With a background in graphic design and extensive training through School of Motion, I’ve developed a multidisciplinary approach that spans illustration, compositing, and real-time tools like Rive. I’ve worked on projects ranging from branded content to fully integrated pieces combining live action, 2D, and 3D animation.

I’m especially interested in projects at the intersection of technology, storytelling, and design—collaborating with studios, agencies, and brands to bring ideas to life through motion.

Available for freelance and collaborative opportunities.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Motion Designer & Illustrator at Rigo Pena Design
January 1, 2017 - Present
Collaborated with Bay Area clients as an independent designer. Directed and produced a documentary-style promotional video for Kelly’s Bake Shop, combining live-action footage with 2D and 3D animation; designed and animated a 2D promotional video for a Creative Commons art community; developed branding packages including logo design, visual identity systems, and marketing assets; managed full project pipelines from concept development and storyboarding to final delivery; collaborated directly with clients to translate ideas into compelling visual solutions.
Property Manager + Graphic Designer at Summit Properties
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017
Managed 300+ properties throughout the Bay Area using Yardi Systems software; oversaw Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable on a bi-weekly basis. Strategically acquired 20+ new properties by evaluating HUBZU online auctions and East Bay MLS listings; wrote 25 purchase offers weekly; provided graphic design services to improve corporate branding and support the main website development.
Lead Graphic Designer at Community Action Volunteers in Education
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2015
Led the graphic design effort for the organization, designing brochures, apparel, banners, marketing materials, and other collateral; managed multiple projects with varying complexity and motivated volunteers; contributed to breaking the organization’s volunteer record since 1950.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design at California State University, Chico
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
BA in Graphic Design at California State University, Chico
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
Motion Design Coursework at School of Motion
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024

Qualifications

Motion Design Coursework (School of Motion)
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024
Motion Design Coursework (School of Motion)
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Real Estate & Construction, Other, Software & Internet
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