Amanda Gonzales
Northridge,CA
Summary
Experienced creative professional with a strong background in character design and visual development. Offers innovative character concepts and the ability to enhance storylines. Emphasizes team collaboration and achieving results, while remaining adaptable to changing project needs. Skilled in sketching, digital illustration, and design. Approaches work with reliability and flexibility.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Creator & Comic Artist
Cannibal Deer Studios
03.2022 - Current
- Creator & Artist for an ongoing Sci-Fi/Adventure/Comedy webcomic called 'Star Nebula'
- Cultivated positive working relationships with editors through clear communication channels, ensuring smooth project coordination from conception to completion.
- Produced high-end visuals within memory constraints and performance guidelines.
- Collaborated with writers to develop compelling storylines, resulting in increased reader engagement and retention.
Teacher
Vivid Canvas Art Studio
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Managed art room supplies, equipment, and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Managed a diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.
- Enhanced student creativity by incorporating various art mediums and techniques into lessons.
- Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades kindergarten through 12th.
Student Mentor
The Spectrum Collaborative
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Mentor in the arts for high school age students who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community
- Offered emotional support during challenging times of transition or personal struggles experienced by mentees.
- Improved mentee engagement by organizing regular check-ins and feedback sessions.
- Fostered growth with constructive feedback and encouragement.
Lead FX Animator
BOBS Productions
08.2020 - 03.2021
- Developed engaging animations to enhance storytelling in projects.
- Collaborated with team members to integrate animated content seamlessly.
- Actively participated in team meetings and critiques, offering constructive feedback to improve overall project quality.
- Enhanced production timelines by optimizing animation workflow.
Assistant Teacher
The Animation Academy
03.2014 - 05.2016
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating interactive activities into lessons.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans to ensure thorough understanding of material.
- Improved student performance with personalized feedback and support.
- Fostered a positive learning environment, encouraging collaboration and participation.
- Evaluated student progress with regular assessments and constructive criticism.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Animation
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA05-2018
Bachelor of Arts - Animation
Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CA06.2016
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
Moorpark College
Moorpark, CA05-2015
Skills
- Keyframe animation
- Animation principles
- Traditional animation
- Visual effects
- Timing and spacing
- Scene composition
- Clean-up animation
- File organization
- Storyboarding
- Storytelling
- Prop design
- Character design
- Clip Studio Paint
- Toon Boom Harmony
- Storyboard Pro
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe After Effects
- Adobe Premiere Pro
Programs
- Clip Studio Paint
- Toon Boom Harmony
- Toon Boom Storyboard
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe After Effects
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Zoom
- Slack
Timeline
Teacher
Vivid Canvas Art Studio
10.2022 - 05.2023
Creator & Comic Artist
Cannibal Deer Studios
03.2022 - Current
Student Mentor
The Spectrum Collaborative
08.2020 - 07.2022
Lead FX Animator
BOBS Productions
08.2020 - 03.2021
Assistant Teacher
The Animation Academy
03.2014 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Animation
San Francisco State University
Bachelor of Arts - Animation
Santa Monica College
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
Moorpark College
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