I'm a creative, playful, and experienced animation director with a strong background in character design and storytelling. With over 25 years in the industry, I've collaborated on animated films, TV series, and commercials across the USA, Canada, and the Netherlands. I'm passionate about crafting compelling characters and exploring new ways of storytelling while always learning and evolving. In my career, I've worked on various projects from international productions to independent films. I enjoy working with teams and contributing to a collaborative environment, where everyone’s ideas and talents can shine.

A. Isaac Sandoval

I'm a creative, playful, and experienced animation director with a strong background in character design and storytelling. With over 25 years in the industry, I've collaborated on animated films, TV series, and commercials across the USA, Canada, and the Netherlands. I'm passionate about crafting compelling characters and exploring new ways of storytelling while always learning and evolving. In my career, I've worked on various projects from international productions to independent films. I enjoy working with teams and contributing to a collaborative environment, where everyone’s ideas and talents can shine.

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I’m a creative, playful, and experienced animation director with a strong background in character design and storytelling. With over 25 years in the industry, I’ve collaborated on animated films, TV series, and commercials across the USA, Canada, and the Netherlands. I’m passionate about crafting compelling characters and exploring new ways of storytelling while always learning and evolving.
In my career, I’ve worked on various projects from international productions to independent films. I enjoy working with teams and contributing to a collaborative environment, where everyone’s ideas and talents can shine.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Independent Director, Animator, Illustrator at Mr. Capuchino
January 1, 2016 - Present
Work across film, TV, web series, and printed media, leading projects since 2016.
Animation Director, 2d Animator, Storyboard Artist, Character Designer, Designer, Screenwriter at Ánima Estudios, Animatum, La Maga Films & Other Studios
December 31, 2016 - July 11, 2025
Led a variety of projects from concept to delivery for feature films, shorts, and commercials. Directed the feature "Imaginum" (2005). Served as Animation Supervisor & Designer for "El Chavo Animado". Directed TV/Web series "Los Burundis".
Senior Art Director at Fun Experts
January 1, 2023 - Present
Concept and visual development for brand experiences.
Independent Director, Animator, Illustrator at Mr. Capuchino
January 1, 2016 - Present
Independent director, animator, and illustrator; works across film, TV, web series, and printed media.
Animation Director, 2D Animator, Storyboard Artist, Character Designer, Designer, Screenwriter at Ánima Estudios / Animatum / La Maga Films & Other Studios
January 1, 2016 - October 6, 2025
Led a variety of projects from concept to delivery for feature films, shorts, and commercials. Directed the feature 'Imaginum' (2005); Animation Supervisor & Designer for 'El Chavo Animado'; Directed TV/Web series 'Los Burundis'.
Senior Art Director at Fun Experts
January 1, 2024 - October 6, 2025
Concept and visual development for brand experiences.
Independent Director, Animator, Illustrator at Mr. Capuchino
January 1, 2016 - Present
Independent director, animator, and illustrator delivering projects for film, TV, web series, and printed media; collaborates with clients and production studios.
Animation Director, 2d Animator, Storyboard Artist, Character Designer, Designer, Screenwriter at Ánima Estudios, Animatum, La Maga Films & Other Studios
January 1, 2016 - October 6, 2025
Led projects from concept to delivery for feature films, shorts, and commercials; directed Imaginum and contributed to El Chavo Animado.
Senior Art Director at Fun Experts
January 1, 2024 - October 6, 2025
Concept and visual development for brand experiences; leadership of creative teams.
Independent Director, Animator, Illustrator at Mr. Capuchino
January 1, 2016 - Present
Independent director, animator, and illustrator working across film, TV, web series, and printed media; collaborating with studios such as Ánima Estudios, Animatum, La Maga Films on various projects.
Animation Director, 2d Animator, Storyboard Artist, Character Designer, Designer, Screenwriter at Ánima Estudios, Animatum, La Maga Films & Other Studios
December 31, 2016 - October 6, 2025
Led a variety of projects from concept to delivery for feature films, shorts, and commercials. Directed Imaginum (2005). Animation Supervisor & Designer for El Chavo Animado. Directed TV/Web series Los Burundis.
Senior Art Director at Fun Experts
December 31, 2024 - October 6, 2025
Concept and visual development for brand experiences.
Animator at Winx Club: Plot The Wall
December 31, 2005 - October 6, 2025
Worked on character animation for the Winx Club series, focusing on dialogue and movement to bring personalities to life. Collaborated closely with directors and producers to maintain artistic vision while ensuring deadlines were met.
Director at Anima Estudious
December 31, 2003 - October 6, 2025
Managed a team of animators in creating short films and advertisements. Ensured high quality and cohesion in visual storytelling while optimizing the production pipeline to enhance efficiency.
Animation Director at KaChing Kartoon
January 1, 2012 - Present
Oversaw animation production for various animated series, focusing on character design and development. Worked collaboratively with writers and storyboard artists to enhance narrative flow.

Education

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Qualifications

Winner, Pink Floyd “The Wall” Illustration Contest
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2000

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services