Ricardo Fragoso
About Ricardo Fragoso
Ricardo Fragoso is the Senior Manager of Video & Motion Design at Talkdesk in Lisboa e Região, Portugal, and a freelancer specializing in motion graphics, creative design, and illustration.
Company
Ricardo Fragoso currently works at Talkdesk in Lisboa e Região as the Senior Manager of Video & Motion Design. Talkdesk is known for its innovative customer experience solutions and has benefited greatly from Ricardo's expertise in video and motion design. He also operates as a freelancer through his personal website, ricardofragoso.net, offering services in motion graphics, creative design, and illustration.
Education and Expertise
Ricardo Fragoso holds a Pós-Graduação in Motion Design from Escola Superior de Artes e Design, completed from 2013 to 2014. He earned both his Mestrado and Licenciatura in Design e Multimédia from Universidade de Coimbra, completed from 2011 to 2013 and 2008 to 2011, respectively. His educational background provides a solid foundation in design and multimedia, which he has utilized throughout his career.
Professional Background
Ricardo Fragoso has an extensive background in motion design and multimedia. He began his career at Ubiwhere as a Multimedia Designer (2012-2013) in Aveiro e Região. He then co-founded Mograde Studio, where he worked as a Motion Designer from 2014 to 2015 in Porto e Região. He joined Talkdesk as a Motion Graphics Designer (2016-2018), then advanced to Video Team Manager (2018-2021), and now serves as the Senior Manager of Video & Motion Design.
Achievements in Motion Design
At Talkdesk, Ricardo Fragoso led the video and motion design team in creating promotional videos that significantly increased online engagement. He developed a unique motion design style that has become Talkdesk's signature look. His efforts in the rebranding of Talkdesk contributed greatly to its visual identity. He also organized workshops to train team members in advanced motion design techniques and mentored junior designers, aiding in their professional development.
Community Involvement
Ricardo actively participates in design and motion graphics communities. He shares insights and trends with peers, contributing to the collective knowledge of the field. His involvement helps him stay updated with industry trends and continuously improve his skills, which he then brings back to his roles at Talkdesk and in his freelance work.