I am a passionate character designer with a focus on visual development. My journey in animation has allowed me to refine my skills and engage with various storytelling techniques. I thrive in collaborative environments and love bringing characters to life through design. With experience across multiple studios, I have honed my craft in character design, animation, and assistance art direction. My goal is to contribute to compelling narratives and create memorable characters that resonate with audiences.

ALEX CIANCHINO

I am a passionate character designer with a focus on visual development. My journey in animation has allowed me to refine my skills and engage with various storytelling techniques. I thrive in collaborative environments and love bringing characters to life through design. With experience across multiple studios, I have honed my craft in character design, animation, and assistance art direction. My goal is to contribute to compelling narratives and create memorable characters that resonate with audiences.

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I am a passionate character designer with a focus on visual development. My journey in animation has allowed me to refine my skills and engage with various storytelling techniques. I thrive in collaborative environments and love bringing characters to life through design.

With experience across multiple studios, I have honed my craft in character design, animation, and assistance art direction. My goal is to contribute to compelling narratives and create memorable characters that resonate with audiences.

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Work Experience

Mentorship at Ty Carter
October 1, 2024 - Present
Engaged in one-on-one mentorship focused on developing professional-level character design, visual storytelling, and production development.
Art Assistant for Director at Epic Story Media
January 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Collaborated with the design team to maintain the essence and style of the show while assisting in various tasks.
Character Designer at Industrial Brothers
August 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022
Developed expression sheets, mouth charts, and character designs for completing animation.
Posing Artist at Titmouse
November 1, 2021 - June 1, 2022
Created key storytelling poses and defined characters' expressions and actions.
Prop/Location Designer at Yowza Animation Corp
March 1, 2021 - Present
Designed various props to be ready for animation while ensuring adherence to schedules.
Junior Character Designer | Storyboard Rev at Epic Story Media
September 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020
Created design packs for unreleased and conceptual TV shows, determining readings and making necessary changes.
Freelance Character Design
January 1, 2018 - Present
Collaborated with independent studios to design complete character packs.

Education

Bachelor of Animation at Sheridan College
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment