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Hello, my name is Fausto Guimarães Pontes. I am a Portuguese illustrator and animator with a background in Multimedia Art and Animation. My professional experience includes a variety of projects, such as book illustrations, animated shorts created through both traditional and digital techniques, as well as concept art for video games, ink and paint work. I have used Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Clip Studio Paint, Storyboard Pro and Toon Boom Harmony.

I have a strong affinity for creating expressive characters, while remaining highly adaptable to the needs of each project and eager to embrace new challenges and creative directions.

Experience:

MAR 2024 - DEC 2025

Animator, Munzo Media LTD, Ireland

Designed and delivered custom opening animations for 'Mind Pulp' YouTube channel, creating distinct visual identities for regular content and seasonal Halloween videos.

JUL 2023 - AUG 2023

Illustrator, Fangamer, Ireland

Designed merchandise artwork for 'Pizza Tower' video game, implementing precise revisions based on structured feedback from both Fangamer and game developers.

MAY 2023

Illustrator, Brainwash Gang, Ireland

Created promotional character illustration for 'Friends vs. Friends' video game, enhancing social media marketing reach and strengthening brand identity.

MAR 2021 - DEC 2021

Animator, Alcohol Forum, Ireland

Managed full animation production cycle for Alcohol Forum's follow-up video project, maintaining quality standards while adhering to established timelines and educational requirements.

SEP 2019 - MAR 2020

Color Artist, Pencilmation

Colored episodes for animated series with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring timely delivery that maintained production schedule.

NOV 2017 - OCT 2019

Illustrator/Character Designer, Hootey Games, Ireland

Created character illustrations for the 'Deathroll' RPG, contributing to a successful Kickstarter campaign with promotional artwork showcasing protagonist and antagonist cast members.

SEP 2018 - OCT 2018

Animator, Alcohol Forum, Ireland

Produced a high-impact animated project for Alcohol Forum, meeting all client objectives and receiving recognition from the organization representatives and professional jury.

NOV2017 - DEC 2017

Animator, Walk in my Shoes, Ireland

Created and animated "Inverted Mind" short film entirely solo, earning shortlist recognition and showcased the film to a large audience at Walk in My Shoes foundation awards in Dublin.

MAR 2017 - OCT 2017

Animator, Short Films Agency of Vila de Conde, Portugal

Created storyboards and animation for the 2017 'O dia mais curto' (meaning “the shortest day”) commercial spot, collaborating with project supervisors and music composers to deliver client-focused results.