I'm Joana Leitoguinho, a dedicated visual artist with a diverse background in many artistic styles and mediums. I’m passionate about storytelling and have a special interest in 2D animation and comics. I’m currently expanding into 3D animation and modelling in Blender, while continuing to create engaging illustrations and animations.…

Joana Leitoguinho

I'm Joana Leitoguinho, a dedicated visual artist with a diverse background in many artistic styles and mediums. I’m passionate about storytelling and have a special interest in 2D animation and comics. I’m currently expanding into 3D animation and modelling in Blender, while continuing to create engaging illustrations and animations.…

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I’m Joana Leitoguinho, a dedicated visual artist with a diverse background in many artistic styles and mediums. I’m passionate about storytelling and have a special interest in 2D animation and comics.

I’m currently expanding into 3D animation and modelling in Blender, while continuing to create engaging illustrations and animations.

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Language

English
Fluent
Portuguese
Fluent

Work Experience

Illustrator and 2D animator at LiveSketching
October 1, 2024 - March 31, 2025
Worked on motion graphics, 2D animation, and illustration. Created and designed posters at live events.
Intern at Studio 408
February 1, 2023 - March 31, 2024
Created a series of character designs and eye-catching illustrations for a card game resulting in a visually pleasing final product. Assisted in the development of a new product. Currently learning modelling and animation in Blender and planning to move to motion graphics as well.
Dance Teacher (Primary and Lower Secondary Education) and After-School Program Teacher
September 1, 2025 - Present
Teaching dance to primary and lower secondary students; coordinating after-school program activities and related lesson planning.
Volunteer at Dog Shelter
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Volunteer work at a dog shelter.

Education

Master's at Faculdade de Belas-Artes da Universidade de Lisboa
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Short Course at Escape Studios
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
2D Animation with Toon Boom Harmony Evening Course at Escape Studios
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024

Qualifications

2D Animation with Toon Boom Harmony Evening Course
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Master's degree
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other

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