Jessica Castillo Email & Phone Number

New York, United States

• Provided previs and layout as well as final animation for commercial use
• Constructed multiple scenes in Maya in order to quickly provide a variety of options for clients to choose from
• Partnered with creative director and CG lead to brainstorm and implement solutions to address agency and client’s needs

• Developed an efficient, consistent 2D animation style for the indie animated passion project “My Friend, Fabien!”
• Facilitated and streamlined the 2D animation pipeline from script-writing to designing, storyboarding, animating, compositing, and overall final production of a 35 second teaser trailer, as well as several 1-2 minute.
• Directed animation team efforts by allocating shot responsibilities, monitoring progress, and delivering constructive feedback
• Recruited, orchestrated, and designed training for a team of 5 animators
• Oversaw and supervised creative direction of 25-30 visual development artists in conjunction with the animation department

Greater New York City Area

• Responsible for animating a wide assortment of characters, creatures, and props in a variety of styles using Autodesk Maya
• Collaborated closely with creative directors, CG leads, and producers to quickly resolve notes and satisfy clients’ demands
• Adhered to a strict production schedule to complete assignments in a timely, organized manner
• Created and delivered professional advertising materials for major clients such as PlayStation, Google, Pepsi, and Nintendo

Sarasota, Florida Area

• Worked on small team to pitch, develop, and produce a 4 minute 3D animated film for senior thesis
• Designed, modeled, and rigged multiple characters, props, and sets in Maya under faculty supervision
• Animated characters in several short clips with emphasis on strong acting and storytelling poses
• Lit and composited scenes based on clarity and emotion; color corrected and added effects as needed

Columbus, Ohio Area

• As part of an 11-week internship, collaborated with artistic team and creative director to create animated content for clients and in-house projects
• Modeled, rigged, and animated characters for multiple projects in both Cinema 4D and Maya; worked with strict production schedule to complete assignments in a timely, organized manner
• Actively participated in group critiques and provided feedback regarding visual development, style, and fluidity