Hi, I’m Sid Ahearne, a Brazilian-Australian animator and character artist with over two decades of experience crafting 2D/3D animation, modeling, and illustration for TV, gaming, and film alike. I’ve partnered with global studios—from Walt Disney Animation Australia in Sydney to TV Globo in Brazil—bringing characters to life with expressive movement and thoughtful design. I thrive on collaboration, storytelling, and keeping vibes friendly and creative.…

Sid Ahearne

Hi, I’m Sid Ahearne, a Brazilian-Australian animator and character artist with over two decades of experience crafting 2D/3D animation, modeling, and illustration for TV, gaming, and film alike. I’ve partnered with global studios—from Walt Disney Animation Australia in Sydney to TV Globo in Brazil—bringing characters to life with expressive movement and thoughtful design. I thrive on collaboration, storytelling, and keeping vibes friendly and creative.…

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Hi, I’m Sid Ahearne, a Brazilian-Australian animator and character artist with over two decades of experience crafting 2D/3D animation, modeling, and illustration for TV, gaming, and film alike.

I’ve partnered with global studios—from Walt Disney Animation Australia in Sydney to TV Globo in Brazil—bringing characters to life with expressive movement and thoughtful design. I thrive on collaboration, storytelling, and keeping vibes friendly and creative.

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Language

English
Fluent
Portuguese
Fluent

Work Experience

3D/2D Animator, Modeler & Illustrator at LIGA Facens
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026
3D/2D animator, modeler and illustrator.
3D/2D Animator, Modeler & Illustrator at Smash Mountain Studio
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2026
3D/2D animator, modeler and illustrator.
3D/2D Animator, Modeler & Illustrator at Freelancer
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2019
3D/2D animator, modeler and illustrator (freelance).
2D Animator at Lightning Box Games
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2018
2D animator.
3D Character Animator at TV Globo – CGP
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2011
3D character animator.
2D Character Animator at TV Globo – CGJ
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2005
2D character animator.
2D Character Animator at Multirio
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2008
2D character animator.
2D Character Animator at Twister Studio
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2002
2D character animator.
2D Character Animator at Walt Disney Animation Australia - Sydney
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 2000
2D character animator.
3D/2D Animator, Modeler & Illustrator at LIGA Facens – Brazil
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026
3D/2D animation, modeling and illustration for various multimedia projects, delivering assets and animated sequences for educational and entertainment content.
3D/2D Animator, Modeler & Illustrator at Smash Mountain Studio – UK
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2026
3D/2D animation, modeling and illustration work for client projects, contributing to asset pipelines and visual storytelling.
3D/2D Animator, Modeler & Illustrator at Freelancer – Worldwide
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2019
Freelance 3D/2D animation, modeling and illustration services for diverse clients across entertainment, education and marketing.
2D Animator at Lightning Box games – Australia
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2018
2D animation workflows for mobile and social casino-style games, collaboration with art directors and engineers.
3D Character Animator at TV Globo – CGP – Brazil
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2011
3D character animation for Globo projects, coordinating with CG teams and production schedules.
2D Character Animator at TV Globo – CGJ – Brazil
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2005
2D character animation for television segments, ensuring timing and expressive movements.
2D Character Animator at Multirio – Brazil
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2008
2D character animation for educational content and kids’ programming.
2D Character Animator at Twister Studio – Brazil
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2002
2D character animation for various projects, collaborating with designers and directors.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA at University of Sydney
February 1, 1991 - October 1, 1993
Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA at University of Sydney
February 1, 1991 - October 1, 1993

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming