Hi, I’m Gabriel Alejandro Zapata Echaiz, a multidisciplinary designer and animator with a Master of Arts in Design & Media Management and a Bachelor of Science in Media Arts & Animation. I specialize in 2D animation, illustration, and graphic design, and I love turning concepts into visually compelling stories. With experience as a university lecturer, a remote 2D animator, and a graphic design intern, I lead teams, manage creative projects, and mentor learners. I’m fluent in Spanish and English, with working knowledge of Italian and basic French, and I’m passionate about crafting high-impact creative work.…

Gabriel Alejandro Zapata Echaiz

Hi, I’m Gabriel Alejandro Zapata Echaiz, a multidisciplinary designer and animator with a Master of Arts in Design & Media Management and a Bachelor of Science in Media Arts & Animation. I specialize in 2D animation, illustration, and graphic design, and I love turning concepts into visually compelling stories. With experience as a university lecturer, a remote 2D animator, and a graphic design intern, I lead teams, manage creative projects, and mentor learners. I’m fluent in Spanish and English, with working knowledge of Italian and basic French, and I’m passionate about crafting high-impact creative work.…

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Hi, I’m Gabriel Alejandro Zapata Echaiz, a multidisciplinary designer and animator with a Master of Arts in Design & Media Management and a Bachelor of Science in Media Arts & Animation. I specialize in 2D animation, illustration, and graphic design, and I love turning concepts into visually compelling stories.

With experience as a university lecturer, a remote 2D animator, and a graphic design intern, I lead teams, manage creative projects, and mentor learners. I’m fluent in Spanish and English, with working knowledge of Italian and basic French, and I’m passionate about crafting high-impact creative work.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Italian
Advanced
French
Beginner

Work Experience

University Lecturer at ISIL – Instituto San Ignacio de Loyola
April 1, 2025 - Present
Lecturer for the course Traditional Animation (On-site); Lecturer for English Level B1-I (Remote); Examiner for English B1 and B2 exemption examinations.
2D Animator at Maneki Studio
March 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Produce professional and engaging cut-out animation.
Graphic Design Intern at Zemp Fire & Rescue SAC
March 1, 2020 - December 1, 2022
Assisted with company designs and logos; Provided ideas for the website; Created social media posts and promotional videos.
Lecturer (University Lecturer) at ISIL – Instituto San Ignacio de Loyola
April 1, 2025 - Present
Lecturer for the course Traditional Animation (On-site); Lecturer for the course English Level B1-I (Remote); Examiner for English B1 and B2 exemption examinations.

Education

Master of Arts in Design & Media Management at Miami International University of Art & Design
April 4, 2022 - September 23, 2023
Master of Arts in Design & Media Management at Miami International University of Art & Design
January 11, 2030 - September 24, 2023
Bachelor of Science in Media Arts & Animation at Miami International University of Art & Design
January 11, 2030 - June 19, 2021

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Other