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Arthur Furtado

Austin,TX

Summary

Highly experienced and innovative professional with over 20 years of experience executing successful design projects. Instrumental in developing creative solutions for a variety of experiences, including advertising, marketing, branding, corporate content, film industry, digital platforms, and art installations. Demonstrated expertise in artistic innovation and brand positioning while excelling in fast-paced and high-volume environments. Excel at managing external partners to deliver the highest quality art assets within budget and schedule constraints. Proven ability to ideate and create new designs and marketing concepts from scratch. Solid history of working across marketing, product design, and brand to create holistic user experiences and a strong brand expression.

Overview

22
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance

Graphic and Motion Designer, 3D Generalist
01.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Currently working as freelance graphic and motion designer in Austin since January 2023, delivering impactful visual solutions for clients through design thinking strategies presentations with engaging animations.

D2R Studios

Animation Director, Creative Director
11.2004 - 12.2022

Job overview

  • Developed visual effects for feature films and directed and developed several animations for advertising campaigns, corporate content, intro sequences, art installations, and short movies
    • Served as creative director , art director , 3D animator, lead compositor, colorist and motion graphics artist
    • Created and directed corporate content for several clients, including FIAT, Jeep, Vale, Coca-cola, NewFields, Gerdau and Conservation International
    • Directed YouTube brand content that boosted audience and engagement by 150% in one year
    • Supervised visual effects for several feature films, including Queens Orphans (2022), Alone With her Soul (2022), Um ano novo danado de bom (2014), O Segredo dos Diamantes (2014), Blue desert (2013)
    • Created immersive experiences, including UI/UX designs for clients such as Vale and FIAT
    • Developed TV brand identity and motion for major TV channels and corporate TV such as FIAT and Gerdau
  • Collaborated with other creative directors, stakeholders, technical teams, partners, and other designers

Freelancer

3D Generalist and Motion Designer Artist
01.2001 - 10.2004

Job overview

  • Worked as 3D generalist and motion designer for clients such as MTV, CEMIG, several advertising agencies, and video production companies

Education

FUMEC University
Belo Horizonte, Brazil

Bachelor of Science from Advertising & Marketing
06.2005

University Overview

Skills

  • Animation
  • Visual Effects
  • Motion Graphics
  • Creative Direction
  • Storytelling
  • Corporate Content Creation
  • Knowledge of grids, typography, graphic design, color theory, layout, iconography, imagery, and design patterns and systems to address ambiguous, complex problems and projects
  • Problem-solving skills and idea generation
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management
  • Collaboration with other creative directors, stakeholders, technical teams, partners, and other designers
  • Ability to mentor and build supportive community among other animators and motion designers
  • Business Opportunity Development

Websites

Timeline

Graphic and Motion Designer, 3D Generalist
Freelance
01.2023 - Current
Animation Director, Creative Director
D2R Studios
11.2004 - 12.2022
3D Generalist and Motion Designer Artist
Freelancer
01.2001 - 10.2004
FUMEC University
Bachelor of Science from Advertising & Marketing

Languages

Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working

Technical Skills

Technical Skills

Expert in Adobe Suite, Cinema 4D, Blender, Maya, Davinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, 3DSMax, Fusion, Nuke, Affinity, Mocha, Real flow

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