Leandro Amaral

Leandro Amaral is an accomplished lighting artist with extensive experience in the video game and animation industry. Currently serving as the Lead Cinematic Lighting Artist at Naughty Dog since November 2020, Leandro oversees the production of in-engine cutscenes and trailers, with a focus on look development, tools management, and project scheduling, while actively contributing as a hands-on lighter. Prior roles include Principal Lighter at Infinity Ward, Senior Lighting Artist at Bioware, and various positions at Naughty Dog spanning from Cinematic Lighting Lead to earlier roles in lighting and compositing at Blur Studio. Leandro's background also includes significant experience as an Environment Artist across several companies, complemented by a Bachelor's degree in Advertising and Marketing from ESPM Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing.