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I bring together years of experience in creative visual arts from higher education and the creative media industry, specializing in character animation, concept art, game art, and interactive media. I have worked internationally across Norway, Sweden, Denmark, the Netherlands, UK, Moldova and Romania.
I am passionate about coaching, mentoring, and fostering creativity through storytelling, sketching, and visual arts.
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Experience Level
Expert
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Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent
English
Advanced
Norwegian
Beginner
French
Beginner
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Work Experience
Educator, Coach, Artist at Cristina Teaching Art, Self-Employed
May 1, 2019 - June 2, 2024Offers a range of services including keynotes, workshops, mentoring, and training designed to foster creative thinking and a creative mindset. Coaching focuses on art (Character Animation, Sketching, Concept Art) and personal development (creative voice, overcoming blocks). Collaborations with various studios and holistic wellness blogging are included.
Curriculum Development Consultant at Chemonics International, USAID
October 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Consulted on the Faculty of Fine Arts and Design at Ion Creangă State Pedagogical University for the Bachelor of Animation program. Responsibilities included curriculum design, course planning, teaching coordination, faculty training, and promoting open communication and positive work environments. Worked in hybrid mode in Moldova.
External Examiner at VIA University College, The Animation Workshop
September 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023Appointed by the Danish Ministry of Education to evaluate and ensure the quality of the Character Animation Bachelor program. Provided curriculum and program quality oversight.
Curriculum Development Consultant at Chemonics International
February 1, 2023 - June 30, 2023Provided consultancy for curriculum design, teacher training, and course management for Animation and Game Design specialisations at Ion Creangă State Pedagogical University. Focus on communication between teachers and learners and development of standard educational programs.
Collaborator Teaching Artist, Coach at Feel Good Arts School
December 1, 2021 - September 30, 2022Conducted live sketching and storytelling classes and provided personalised coaching to help students develop artistic voices and overcome challenges. Integrated traditional arts, digital art, and art therapy.
Docent, Senior Lecturer at Breda University of Applied Sciences
February 1, 2022 - August 31, 2022Contributed to the Faculty of Creative Media and Game Technologies teaching 3D Animation, Creature and Environment Concept Art. Developed curriculum and supervised projects simulating real-world studio environments.
Adjunct Professor, Course Director at Uppsala University
August 1, 2020 - April 30, 2021Taught animation and visual development courses at bachelor's level. Managed course planning, administration, curriculum development, student supervision, and evaluation.
Academic Program Leader at Noroff University College
November 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017Managed Bachelor of Interactive Media program covering Animation and Games. Key duties included program management, communication, budgeting, curriculum evaluation, LMS redesign, staff hiring, complaint resolution, and industry collaboration.
Assistant Professor, Course Leader at Noroff University College
July 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017Developed and delivered courses for Animation and Games students using synchronised campus and online delivery. Responsibilities included curriculum design, administration, material development, student supervision, and organizing live project presentations.
Founder, Course Creator, Course Instructor at Anim Weekend, Independent Training
April 1, 2014 - May 31, 2014Developed and taught 3D animation courses for beginners, organizing progressive hands-on modules and community building to support aspiring animators for games and films.
3D Animator at Arconyx Studio
February 1, 2014 - April 30, 2014Worked remotely as 3D Character Animator for a short film project, collaborating with international animators to ensure high-quality character animation and storytelling.
TV Series Animation Instructor, Course Creator, Consultant at Froggy Heart Studio
November 1, 2013 - February 28, 2014Led an intensive 10-week professional training program transforming beginners into production-ready animators. Provided mentorship, collaborated on creative vision, and fostered a collaborative communication culture.
Co-Founder, Art Director at The Small Island
August 1, 2011 - November 30, 2013Developed and managed an educational web-based platform for children with interactive games focused on math learning. Responsibilities included character design, animation, environment concepts, promotional material creation, and project collaboration.
Educational Game Artist at Nord-Trøndelag University College
December 1, 2012 - May 31, 2013Worked on a digital educational game for Norwegian primary schools involving research, game design, graphic assets, and animations to enhance engagement and learning.
Assistant Professor, Guest Lecturer at Nord-Trøndelag University College
August 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012Developed and delivered courses in 2D Animation and Character Concept. Managed course coordination and student evaluation.
3D Artist at Arsenalet
August 1, 2011 - April 30, 2012Worked within a creative cluster to develop educational game visuals including 2D and 3D elements, character modeling, and environment design.
2D Artist at The Open Workshop
December 1, 2011 - February 29, 2012Led design and interactive animations for 'Wacky Lens', a selfie photography web-app, managing concept development and collaboration with developers.
Blogger, Artist at Animatic Blog
April 1, 2009 - October 31, 2013Founded and managed the first Romanian animation blog providing resources, tutorials, and industry insights for aspiring animators.
Electrical Engineer Intern at Technosoft Motion
February 1, 2009 - September 30, 2010Developed a fully functional electric bicycle as a dissertation project including concept design, planning, simulations, mechanics, and documentation.
Co-Founder, 2D & 3D Artist at Inbox Software Studio
February 1, 2006 - January 31, 2011Co-founded a media production company delivering web-based media production services including educational games and animation projects, managing remote teams and client relations internationally.
Education
Master of Science at Polytechnic University of Bucharest
October 1, 2007 - June 30, 2009Bachelor of Science at Polytechnic University of Bucharest
October 1, 2002 - June 30, 2007Qualifications
Pedagogic Training: Methods of Teaching
October 1, 2004 - June 30, 2006Industry Training: 3D Character Animation for Films and Games
February 1, 2011 - June 30, 2011Industry Training: 3D Art for Films and Games
August 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011Industry Training: 3D Character Rigging in Autodesk Maya
August 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011Industry Experience
Education, Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Professional Services, Software & Internet
Experience Level
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Expert
Expert
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Intermediate
Intermediate
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