I'm Miguel Martinez, a creative and visionary Art Director with a track record across top television networks and advertising agencies. I bring deep experience in 2D/3D animation, design, storyboarding, sheet timing, animation, voice direction, and post-production to every project. I'm passionate about leading teams and delivering high-quality animated productions that balance schedule, budget, and creative vision. I'm based in West Orange, NJ, and have collaborated with Nickelodeon in New York and overseas studios to bring engaging, educational animation from concept to screen, always aligning with the show's voice and goals.

Miguel Martinez-Joffre

I'm Miguel Martinez, a creative and visionary Art Director with a track record across top television networks and advertising agencies. I bring deep experience in 2D/3D animation, design, storyboarding, sheet timing, animation, voice direction, and post-production to every project. I'm passionate about leading teams and delivering high-quality animated productions that balance schedule, budget, and creative vision. I'm based in West Orange, NJ, and have collaborated with Nickelodeon in New York and overseas studios to bring engaging, educational animation from concept to screen, always aligning with the show's voice and goals.

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I’m Miguel Martinez, a creative and visionary Art Director with a track record across top television networks and advertising agencies. I bring deep experience in 2D/3D animation, design, storyboarding, sheet timing, animation, voice direction, and post-production to every project. I’m passionate about leading teams and delivering high-quality animated productions that balance schedule, budget, and creative vision.

I’m based in West Orange, NJ, and have collaborated with Nickelodeon in New York and overseas studios to bring engaging, educational animation from concept to screen, always aligning with the show’s voice and goals.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Art Director / Animation Director at Nickelodeon
January 1, 2025 - October 7, 2025
Director for Blaze and the Monster Machines, spanning 8 seasons. Collaborated closely with showrunners, producers, supervisors, and overseas studio partners. Responsibilities included storyboarding, concept design aligned with the preschool STEM curriculum, reviewing overseas 3D models, providing constructive feedback across departments, and ensuring the final product matched the showrunner's vision.
Art Director / Animation Director at Nickelodeon
January 1, 2025 - October 7, 2025
Director for Blaze and the Monster Machines, spanning 8 seasons. Collaborated closely with showrunners, producers, supervisors, and overseas studio partners. Duties included storyboarding, concept design aligned with the preschool STEM curriculum, reviewing overseas 3D models, providing constructive feedback across departments, and ensuring the final product matched the showrunner's vision.
Art Director / Animation Director at Nickelodeon - New York
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2025
Director for Blaze and the Monster Machines, spanning 8 seasons. Collaborated closely with showrunners, producers, supervisors, and overseas studio partners. Responsibilities included storyboarding, concept design aligned with the preschool STEM curriculum, reviewing overseas 3D models, providing feedback across departments, and ensuring the final product matched the showrunner's vision.
Animation Direction Supervisor and Flash Animator at Titmouse Studios
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Led animation direction and Flash animation production prior to 2013, contributing to project pipelines and mentoring junior artists.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at School of Visual Arts
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts at School of Visual Arts
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts at School of Visual Arts
January 11, 2030 - March 3, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education