Andrea Tagliarini – 2d Animator and Illustrator

Hello there, I’m Andrea !

I’m a 2D Animator, Storyboard Artist and Illustrator based in London, with a love for hand-drawn storytelling, cosy atmospheres, and character-driven narratives. I recently wrapped up an animation internship at Jelly and have been freelancing with Ripple & Roll, creating expressive, hand-drawn content for a range of campaigns.

I’ve got a strong sense of shape and timing, and I really enjoy bringing characters and ideas to life through movement. My work leans toward quirky, stylised animation inspired by artists like Masaaki Yuasa, but I’m just as comfortable working in more grounded, realistic styles too – whatever fits the story best.

I thrive in close-knit, creative teams and I’m currently looking for internships or entry-level roles where I can keep learning, contribute meaningfully, and help bring thoughtful, heartfelt stories to life.

I also have a tea blog! https://teapotbebop.wordpress.com/

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Education

Arts University Bournemouth | October 2021 – June 2024

BA Animation Production

Skills

Proficient in TVPaint, Photoshop, Toon Boom Harmony, Storyboard Pro, and Procreate

Organisation, teamwork, and time management

Strong observational and visual research skills

Confident hand-drawn animation and storyboarding skills

Adaptable across both stylised and realistic animation styles

Clear communicator, comfortable giving and receiving feedback in creative teams

Fluent in English and Italian; conversational in Spanish

Experience

Freelance Animator & Storyboard Artist – Ripple & Roll, London

Mar 2025 – Present

  • Created 2D animations and storyboards for advertising campaigns using TVPaint, Moho, and Photoshop
  • Worked directly with clients to align on creative direction and deliver high-quality work on time
  • Managed multiple projects independently with strong attention to detail and organisation

Animation Intern – Jelly, London

June 2025 – Present

  • Produced original hand-drawn animation in TVPaint under the guidance of the Head of Animation
  • Contributed to ongoing studio projects, assisting across various stages of production
  • Met tight deadlines while maintaining a professional studio pipeline

‘This Is the Life’ – Student Film

Director, Lead Animator, Character Designer | Sept 2023 – June 2024

  • Co-led a team to produce a 3-minute 2D/stop-motion hybrid short
  • Developed the visual style, storyboards, and animation guides
  • Facilitated team feedback sessions and supported delivery through clear, collaborative direction

‘Me and You and the Smoke’ – NFTS Film

Animator | Oct 2024 – Nov 2024

  • Produced several seconds of rough animation to a high standard, under a tight turnaround
  • Followed direction while contributing acting and timing ideas to enhance storytelling