Hi, I'm Tomoko Shimizu Lisá, a freelance animator, designer, and illustrator originally from Ube, Japan. I have extensive experience working in TV program and commercial production, and I've been honing my skills in design and animation since the mid-90s. Over the years, I've expanded my expertise by studying puppet animation and continuously working on various creative projects. I enjoy bringing ideas to life through visual storytelling and design, and I am proficient in a variety of software tools that help me deliver high-quality work. Whether it's directing, animating, or creating graphic designs, I approach every project with passion and dedication.

Tomoko Shimizu Lisá

Hi, I'm Tomoko Shimizu Lisá, a freelance animator, designer, and illustrator originally from Ube, Japan. I have extensive experience working in TV program and commercial production, and I've been honing my skills in design and animation since the mid-90s. Over the years, I've expanded my expertise by studying puppet animation and continuously working on various creative projects. I enjoy bringing ideas to life through visual storytelling and design, and I am proficient in a variety of software tools that help me deliver high-quality work. Whether it's directing, animating, or creating graphic designs, I approach every project with passion and dedication.

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Hi, I’m Tomoko Shimizu Lisá, a freelance animator, designer, and illustrator originally from Ube, Japan. I have extensive experience working in TV program and commercial production, and I’ve been honing my skills in design and animation since the mid-90s. Over the years, I’ve expanded my expertise by studying puppet animation and continuously working on various creative projects.

I enjoy bringing ideas to life through visual storytelling and design, and I am proficient in a variety of software tools that help me deliver high-quality work. Whether it’s directing, animating, or creating graphic designs, I approach every project with passion and dedication.

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Language

Japanese
Fluent
Czech
Intermediate
English
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance Animator, Designer and Illustrator
December 31, 2025 - August 2, 2025
Worked independently providing animation, design, and illustration services across various projects.
Freelance Director and Executive coordinator
December 31, 2001 - August 2, 2025
Directed and coordinated projects on a freelance basis, managing creative execution and project delivery.
Director of TV program, Floor Director of TV shopping, Coordinator and Movie Assistant Director at Video Station Q CO., LTD.
December 31, 1998 - August 2, 2025
Directed TV programs, managed floor operations for TV shopping, and assisted in coordinating film, commercial and TV shopping projects.
Macintosh operator and Designer at Daiyuusya CO., LTD.
December 31, 1995 - August 2, 2025
Operated Macintosh systems and performed design duties.

Education

Bachelor's Degree at Kyusyu Industry University Art Department Design Subject
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1994

Qualifications

Study of puppet animation
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Other