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Ana Sanz De Santamaria

Miami,FL

Summary

Highly motivated professional with a robust background in music composition and live performance, achieving significant milestones by performing at festivals like Estéreo Picnic and Hermoso Ruido. Self-taught in design and animation, further enhanced by university coursework. Proficient in integrating music and visual design to create impactful experiences. Demonstrates strong work ethic, adaptability, quick learning ability, and a passion for embracing new challenges.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Co-Founder and Creative Director (Partnerships, So

Casita Sessions
Bogota, Bogota D.C.
02.2022 - Current

Production & Team Coordination: Led the complete production cycle, from planning to execution, ensuring efficiency in pre- and post-production tasks. Managed team to uphold high audio and video standards, while prioritizing artist well-being during recording sessions.

Talent Curation & Logistics: Supervised artist discovery and bookings, handling contract negotiations, and technical requirements. Managed all logistics from initial contact to final performance for a seamless collaboration experience.

Relationship Building & Networking: Cultivated industry relationships and expanded partnerships with distribution platforms to grow the reach of Casita Sessions.

Creative Director and Sound Engineering Supervisor: Directed set design and sound engineering, ensuring optimal sound quality and visually engaging sets. Oversaw recording, video editing, mixing, and mastering for top-tier audiovisual results.

Chief Creative Officer: Led branding and visual identity across all platforms, ensuring consistency and professionalism.

Team Management: Recruited, trained, and evaluated staff to maintain a high-performance team.

Head of Animation Division

Lulo branding & Design
Bogota, Bogota D.C.
05.2021 - Current

Logo Animation: Delivered three final animations for each brand - the monogram, the main logo, and a fusion of both. Emphasized brand consistency by reflecting its aesthetic and objectives; for instance, in Mielle, the concept of 'sharing' is visually represented with intertwined spoons. Ensured animations are recognizable and memorable, avoiding unnecessary complexities to maintain effectiveness.

Brand Animation: Collaborated with various brands to create animated content tailored for their distribution channels, particularly on social media. These animations effectively convey the brand's message in a dynamic and engaging manner.
Musical Artist Animation & Cover Art Design: Developed animated content that enhances the auditory experience on streaming platforms. Created dynamic and captivating animations to help artists stand out and make the streaming experience more immersive. Designed music covers for singles and albums, developing the overall visual concept that complements the music.

Character Design and Brand Identity: Developed multiple characters for various brands, bringing the logo to life through personified monograms. This creative process has deepened my understanding of the value of visual identity, fostering an emotional connection with the audience and enhancing market recognition.

Music Director & Multi-Instrumentalist

Freelance
Bogota, Bogota D.C.
05.2020 - Current

Vocalist at Festival Cordillera 2024: Performed as a backing vocalist for Nicolle Jadad.

Touring Musician with Piel Camaleón (2023): Toured Colombia as a backing vocalist and lead singer.

Music Director for 'Cacique del Monte': Directed the musical score for the Colombian short film, ensuring authentic cultural representation.

Independent Artist and Composer

Self Employed
Bogota, Bogota D.C.
05.2020 - Current

Spotify Streaming Achievement: Achieved 1,914,073 total streams on Spotify. Secured over 30 inclusions in editorial playlists on platforms like Spotify and Apple Music.

Recognition: Selected as one of the 'Apuestas 2022' (Rising Stars 2022) by Revista Shock. Media Coverage: Featured in national TV news, radio, and news articles, with coverage at both national and international levels.
International Recognition: Gained international recognition through mentions in Italian media, such as Kalporz.

Signed an editorial contract with M3 Music, representing renowned artists like Diamante Eléctrico, Bomba Estéreo, and Santiago Cruz.
Festival Participation: Chosen as a national female representative at Festival Estéreo Picnic 2023, performing alongside artists like Rosalía and Billie Eilish.

Emerging Talent Showcase: Participated in the Hermoso Ruido Festival (2023), showcasing emerging talent.

Education

Music With An Emphasis in Audio Production - Music Production

Universidad De Los Andes
Bogota
05-2025

Skills

  • Talent Recruitment
  • Digital Graphic Development
  • Music Composition
  • Audio Production
  • Animation Design Skills
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Innovative Thinking
  • Problem-solving
  • Adaptability
  • Critical thinking
  • Detail-Oriented Approach
  • Emotional intelligence

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Co-Founder and Creative Director (Partnerships, So

Casita Sessions
02.2022 - Current

Head of Animation Division

Lulo branding & Design
05.2021 - Current

Music Director & Multi-Instrumentalist

Freelance
05.2020 - Current

Independent Artist and Composer

Self Employed
05.2020 - Current

Music With An Emphasis in Audio Production - Music Production

Universidad De Los Andes
Ana Sanz De Santamaria