I’ve been working in the animation industry for over 13 years. My experience spans both character and creature animation through cinematics features games, you name it, and I’ve also had the chance to work with motion capture on a variety of different projects. Im from the Netherlands, but I’m currently based in Queretaro, Mexico. I’m fully set up for remote collaboration and flexible with time zones to match production needs. I’d love the opportunity to discuss how my background and experience could fit into your projects. Please find my reel attached for your review. Thank you very much for your time and consideration, and I look forward to hearing from you. _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Cheers, Martijn van den Akker

Martijn van den Akker

I’ve been working in the animation industry for over 13 years. My experience spans both character and creature animation through cinematics features games, you name it, and I’ve also had the chance to work with motion capture on a variety of different projects. Im from the Netherlands, but I’m currently based in Queretaro, Mexico. I’m fully set up for remote collaboration and flexible with time zones to match production needs. I’d love the opportunity to discuss how my background and experience could fit into your projects. Please find my reel attached for your review. Thank you very much for your time and consideration, and I look forward to hearing from you. _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Cheers, Martijn van den Akker

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I’ve been working in the animation industry for over 13 years. My experience spans both character and creature animation through cinematics features games, you name it, and I’ve also had the chance to work with motion capture on a variety of different projects.
Im from the Netherlands, but I’m currently based in Queretaro, Mexico. I’m fully set up for remote collaboration and flexible with time zones to match production needs.

I’d love the opportunity to discuss how my background and experience could fit into your projects. Please find my reel attached for your review.

Thank you very much for your time and consideration, and I look forward to hearing from you.

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Cheers,

Martijn van den Akker

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Language

English
Fluent
Dutch
Advanced

Work Experience

Animator at MPC Montreal
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Created high-quality character and creature animations for feature films, collaborating with VFX supervisors and animators to integrate shots into live-action sequences.
Animator at Blue Zoo Animation Studio
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
Produced 2D/3D animation sequences for television series and commercials, contributing to character motion workflows and lip-sync pipelines.
Animator at Digital Light Factory
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
Provided animation and visual development support for VR/AR and film projects, refining character performance and aesthetic direction.
Animator at Motek Entertainment
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2013
Worked on visual effects and animation for animated features, creating character animations and shot cleanup.
Animator at Rovio Entertainment
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Contributed animation assets for mobile/console games and animated sequences for marketing materials.
Animator at Arx Animation
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017
Designed and produced character animation and pre-visualization for various projects.
Animator at Project: Transformers Rise of the Beasts
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Contributed animation and motion studies for feature film production, aligning with VFX pipeline and creature animation teams.
Animator at Project: Dungeons & Dragons - Honour Among Thieves
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Created animation assets and shot work for fantasy film, collaborating with production and VFX teams.
Animator at Project: Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Animation and creature performance work for blockbuster feature.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communication and Multimedia Design at NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences, Leeuwarden
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

Animation Mentor Certification
August 1, 2011 - March 1, 2013
Advanced Character Animation Studies
August 1, 2011 - March 1, 2013

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment