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I am a visionary and innovative leader with 15+ years in the animation industry, steering creative projects and teams to deliver captivating visuals. I specialize in developing 3D and 2D animations and motion graphics that tell compelling stories and engage audiences. I excel at mentoring and motivating teams to exceed creative standards, embracing new technologies to push the boundaries of what's possible. I'm a natural communicator who builds strong client and colleague relationships, translating complex narratives into clear, memorable animated shorts.…I am a visionary and innovative leader with 15+ years in the animation industry, steering creative projects and teams to deliver captivating visuals. I specialize in developing 3D and 2D animations and motion graphics that tell compelling stories and engage audiences. I excel at mentoring and motivating teams to exceed creative standards, embracing new technologies to push the boundaries of what's possible. I'm a natural communicator who builds strong client and colleague relationships, translating complex narratives into clear, memorable animated shorts.

Rodrigo Riedel

3D Animator, Animator, Creative Director, +5

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I am a visionary and innovative leader with 15+ years in the animation industry, steering creative projects and teams to deliver captivating visuals. I specialize in developing 3D and 2D animations and motion graphics that tell compelling stories and engage audiences. I excel at mentoring and motivating teams to exceed creative standards, embracing new technologies to push the boundaries of what's possible. I'm a natural communicator who builds strong client and colleague relationships, translating complex narratives into clear, memorable animated shorts.…I am a visionary and innovative leader with 15+ years in the animation industry, steering creative projects and teams to deliver captivating visuals. I specialize in developing 3D and 2D animations and motion graphics that tell compelling stories and engage audiences. I excel at mentoring and motivating teams to exceed creative standards, embracing new technologies to push the boundaries of what's possible. I'm a natural communicator who builds strong client and colleague relationships, translating complex narratives into clear, memorable animated shorts.

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I am a visionary and innovative leader with 15+ years in the animation industry, steering creative projects and teams to deliver captivating visuals. I specialize in developing 3D and 2D animations and motion graphics that tell compelling stories and engage audiences.

I excel at mentoring and motivating teams to exceed creative standards, embracing new technologies to push the boundaries of what’s possible. I’m a natural communicator who builds strong client and colleague relationships, translating complex narratives into clear, memorable animated shorts.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

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Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Spanish; Castilian

Intermediate

Work Experience

Senior Video Producer at Investors Group

January 1, 2018 - Present

Spearhead the complete spectrum of video production from concept to delivery. Develop and produce high-quality 3D assets, renders, and animations for client-facing and internal videos, ensuring visual consistency and brand alignment. Oversee and enhance workflows including filming, editing, and color correction. Provide mentorship and training to freelancers and in-house design teams, promoting skill development and adherence to project specifications. Successfully marketed High Wealth video series, increasing client engagement and satisfaction; streamlined production process, yielding timely delivery of video content.

Creative Director at Tripwire Media

January 1, 2018 - September 8, 2025

Directed and coordinated the creative vision and execution of motion graphics, 3D animation, and character modeling projects. Led development of concepts, storyboards, and previsualization reels, aligning client objectives with narrative. Directed rigging and 2D compositing processes, enhancing visual storytelling and character realism. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to maintain design consistency across all media formats. Streamlined production workflows to boost project turnaround time; implemented a comprehensive storyboard review process to decrease revisions.

Lead Animator at Opus VFX

January 1, 2015 - September 8, 2025

Managed and directed a team of animators, efficiently allocating tasks to meet stringent deadlines for high-quality animation projects. Coordinated project milestones and workflow to optimize productivity and maintain rigorous schedule adherence. Fostered a collaborative environment, integrating cross-functional expertise to elevate final animation deliverables. Improved technical execution with proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere, and MAXON Cinema 4D to elevate animation quality.

Senior Video Producer at Investors Group

January 1, 2018 - Present

Spearheaded the full spectrum of video production from concept to delivery, developing high-quality 3D assets, renders, and animations for client-facing and internal videos while ensuring visual consistency and brand alignment. Oversaw filming, editing, and color correction, and mentored freelancers and in-house design teams to promote skill development and adherence to project specifications. Successfully marketed the High Wealth video series, increasing client engagement and satisfaction. Streamlined production processes to ensure timely delivery of content.

Creative Director at Tripwire Media

January 1, 2018 - September 8, 2025

Directed and coordinated the creative vision and execution of motion graphics, 3D animation, and character modeling projects. Led development of innovative concepts, storyboards, and previsualization reels, aligning client objectives with narrative. Directed rigging and 2D compositing processes, enhancing visual storytelling and character realism. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to maintain design consistency across all media formats. Streamlined production workflows to boost turnaround time and implemented a comprehensive storyboard review process to decrease revisions.

Lead Animator at Opus VFX

January 1, 2015 - September 8, 2025

Managed and directed a team of skilled animators, allocating tasks to meet deadlines for high-quality animation projects. Coordinated project milestones and workflow to optimize productivity and maintain rigorous schedule adherence. Fostered a collaborative environment, integrating cross-functional expertise to elevate final animation deliverables. Demonstrated advanced technical skills in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere, and Maxon Cinema 4D to elevate animation quality.

Senior 3D and Motion Graphics Designer at Tripwire Media

January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2018

Directed and coordinated motion graphics, 3D animation, and character modeling projects; developed concepts, storyboards, and previsualization reels aligned with client objectives; oversaw rigging and 2D compositing; collaborated cross-functionally to ensure design consistency.

Lead Animator at Opus VFX

January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012

Managed a team of animators, allocated tasks to meet tight deadlines, and coordinated milestones to optimize productivity for high-quality animation projects. Fostered a collaborative environment that integrated cross-functional expertise to elevate final deliverables.

Education

Advanced Studies of Character Animation and Advanced Body Mechanics at Animation Mentor

June 1, 2010 - December 30, 2011

Was mentored by people from Pixar, Disney, Blizzard, DreamWorks, Riot Games, Industrial Light & Magic, and many other major studios,