Sebastian Baptista - Microsoft Teams . Connecting communities

Microsoft Teams . Connecting communities

Animation Direction at NotReal

We’ve developed a cohesive system of images and videos to help users select visuals that resonate with their teams. The goal is to showcase the human side of Teams users while fostering a stronger sense of community. By using friendly, engaging metaphors, we aim to inspire people to see Teams not just as a platform, but as a space for meaningful connection and collaboration.

Each hero image is designed to treat the user interface as a product—placing it within relatable, natural environments and surrounding it with carefully chosen elements. These visual elements are meant to evoke belonging and shared identity, reinforcing the idea that Teams is more than a productivity tool: it’s a hub where collaboration, unity, and team spirit come to life.

A project by NotReal

Creative Direction: Milton Gonzalez
Executive Production: Roberto Connolly
Project Manager: Sofía Lopez Pumarega

Art direction: Luján Borzi
Animation Direction: Sebastian Baptista

Illustration: Loris Alessandria, Nahuel Rollan
2D Design: Florencia Porreca, Loris Alessandria
3D Design: Vitor Texeira, Juan Cioffi, Flor Tasso, Joan García Pons, Jose Llano, Carolina Carballo, Simon Appel
3D Animation: Alex Loud, Federico Piccirillo, Oscar Pettersson, Marcus Bakke, Juan Pablo Sciaccaluga, Gonzalo Diaz
2D Animation: Pablo Lozano
Simulations: Paul Esteves

Rendering: Juan Cioffi
Compositing & Color Grading: Mauricio Navas, Milton Gonzalez

Sound Design: Facundo Capece

Client: Microsoft

Principal Designer: Sue Nguyen

Principal Creative Director: Colin Day

Principal Creative Director: Alexis Copeland

Senior Design Program Manager: Shane Tierney

Senir 3D Designer: Danil Tabacari

Year: 2023