GIACOMO RINALDI
2D Lead Animator, FX Artist, Director
Giacomo Rinaldi is a 2D Lead Animator, FX Artist, and Director with a career spanning comics, illustration, and animation. Starting at 15, He exhibited alongside acclaimed artists and self-published several comics. Transitioning into animation, his award-winning short films earned global recognition, including BAFTA and Academy Award shortlists. They've worked with top studios like Disney, Netflix, Xilam and Prime Video on projects such as The Cuphead Show, Lupin’s Tales and Hazbin Hotel, and taught advanced animation at prestigious institutions. Founder of Underdogz Studio, he continues to create, with his latest project, Rossoman, evolving from a comic into a feature-length animated film.
IDEA Academy is a visual art academy based in Rome, Italy which offers top-tier courses with only professionals as teachers.
We provide both online and on-site courses in visual development and 2D animation. Our mission is to provide a world-class education in visual art and animation to aspiring artists from around the world.