What do you like most about what you do?I like to learn new things and share what I know. I enjoy solving problems and helping others grow. That's why I am passionate about animation and education. That's why I like professional development and specialize in animation production and operations management.With over 15 years of experience, I have worked with diverse clients and exciting projects. I am also a professor at the School of Digital Animation at LCI Veritas University. Furthermore, I have had the pleasure of having excellent colleagues. Together, we have contributed to the growth of the Animation industry in Costa Rica.It all began in 2008 when I co-founded Rocket Cartoons with my family and a friend. We created seven original intellectual properties and produced over 790 minutes of animated content. Our original content was licensed by Cartoon Network Latin America, Disney Channel Japan, RTP and YLE, among others. This was the starting point for my career in Digital Animation and entertainment.In 2018, I began providing services to Relish Studios as an Animation Producer. For almost three years, I led an incredible team of visual storytellers, animators, and technical artists. Together, we completed over 522 minutes of animated content for clients including Mattel, CBC, and Moose Toys.I then went on to provide my services as an Operations Manager at Relish Studios. I oversee contracts for all divisions and regions, supporting talent growth and improving the freelancer experience. I implemented a new approach to orientation and improved the talent retention rate by 25.3%I also develop custom tools to manage Animation Operations and Production, achieving significant improvements in our processes and results.I am a Christian, and my faith informs all aspects of my life, including my work. That's why I created Prografos. Prografos is my way of sharing how faith and professional excellence can coexist and complement each other. You can read it at https://www.prografos.com/This blog is born from my desire to share how my faith shapes my approach to my career and how it can do the same for you. My passion for animation and my commitment to my faith have shaped who I am today and I am excited to share this perspective with you.
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ProfessorUniversidad Lci VeritasSan José, Cr -
ProfessorUniversidad Lci Veritas Jan 2024 - PresentSan Jose, Costa RicaI teach courses in the Digital Animation and Video Game Design programs and tutor students in their Graduation Projects. • I was awarded as "Distinguished Professor" during the first quarter of 2024, and my evaluation as a professor had an overall average of 94.43% in the 2nd quarter of 2024.• I apply effective educational methods, integrating digital platforms to promote a high-quality learning experience. -
Manager, Studio OperationsRelish Studios Jan 2022 - PresentAs Studio Operations Manager, I oversee contracts for all divisions and regions. I support the talented people who work with us while optimizing processes across the company.• I developed and optimized custom-made Operations and Animation Production tracking tools. These include ETCs, Allocation and Resourcing solutions.• I improved the company's talent retention rate by 25.3%, implementing new orientation procedures. I also developed process documents and new standard operating procedures to improve performance across the company.• I created the company's first salary band structure, accounting for 295 roles in three corporate divisions across four territories across the Americas. -
ProducerRelish Studios Apr 2019 - Dec 2021In my time as a Producer, I budgeted, produced, and delivered more than 522 minutes of animated content for TV and YouTube projects.• I spearheaded the creation of the company's first 3D Animation team, managing the work of 53 coworkers across Canada and Costa Rica, in three different time zones.• I oversaw the production of 323 minutes of 3D animated content for Mattel (Barbie and Cave Club) and Moose Toys (Kindi Kids), exceeding 180 million views on YouTube.• I coordinated the acquisition of talent that allowed the company to increase its production capacity by 250% between September 2020 and November 2021. -
WriterPrografos Nov 2021 - PresentI write a Blog that seeks to provide Christians with tools for professional growth in the Animation industry, for the glory of God and the edification of others. You can read it at https://www.prografos.com/ -
ProfessorUniversidad Lci Veritas May 2017 - Dec 2021San Jose, Costa RicaI taught courses in the Licentiate's degree in Digital Animation, and in the Higher Technician Program in 2D Animation, strengthening the education of more than 160 students. • I was recognized as the "Best Rated Professor" of the School of Digital Animation in 2017. • The students' ratings of my work averaged 97% during my tenure at the School. -
Graduation Project Tutor (Animation School)Universidad Veritas Sep 2016 - Dec 2021San Jose, Costa RicaI guided students in the development of their Graduation Projects at the Animation Program. I enjoyed mentoring dozens of talented young professionals in producing short films in a variety of styles. -
Academic Extension Coordinator – Animation SchoolUniversidad Veritas Feb 2017 - Aug 2018 -
Co-Founder / Executive ProducerRocket Cartoons Apr 2008 - Jan 2020San José, Costa RicaRocket Cartoons was born from the desire to create original animated content. We began by creating and producing our first original IP back in 2008.• I established and maintained the production structure that allowed us to export our 2D Animation services to 15 international clients in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, obtaining the award from the Chamber of Exporters of Costa Rica for the best SME Exporter in 2018.• I oversaw the production of 790 minutes of original content for television, licensed in more than 40 international territories, including Latin America, Canada, Portugal, China, and Australia.
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Daniel Rojas Céspedes Education Details
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Comunicación Colectiva Con Énfasis En Producción Audiovisual -
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Frequently Asked Questions about Daniel Rojas Céspedes
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Daniel Rojas Céspedes works for Universidad Lci Veritas
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Daniel Rojas Céspedes's current role is Professor.
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Daniel Rojas Céspedes attended Universidad De Costa Rica, Universidad Americana (Cr).
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Daniel Rojas Céspedes has skills like Pre Production Planning, Media Production, Public Speaking, Project Management, 2d Animation, Team Management, Teaching, Computer Animation, Animation Direction, Flash Animation, University Teaching, Teamwork.
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