Hi, I’m Julián, a digital artist and 3D modeler based in Guadalajara. I specialize in 3D modeling, texturing, and concept art, with a love for rigging, storytelling, and creating props that support compelling visuals for animation. I enjoy collaborating with teams to craft production-ready assets that bring characters and ideas to life. I’m passionate about color, drawing, and bringing new characters to life. I thrive in fast-paced environments, mentor students, and enjoy turning concepts into tangible, shareable art that makes people smile.…

Julián Candanosa Jonguitud

Hi, I’m Julián, a digital artist and 3D modeler based in Guadalajara. I specialize in 3D modeling, texturing, and concept art, with a love for rigging, storytelling, and creating props that support compelling visuals for animation. I enjoy collaborating with teams to craft production-ready assets that bring characters and ideas to life. I’m passionate about color, drawing, and bringing new characters to life. I thrive in fast-paced environments, mentor students, and enjoy turning concepts into tangible, shareable art that makes people smile.…

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Hi, I’m Julián, a digital artist and 3D modeler based in Guadalajara. I specialize in 3D modeling, texturing, and concept art, with a love for rigging, storytelling, and creating props that support compelling visuals for animation. I enjoy collaborating with teams to craft production-ready assets that bring characters and ideas to life.

I’m passionate about color, drawing, and bringing new characters to life. I thrive in fast-paced environments, mentor students, and enjoy turning concepts into tangible, shareable art that makes people smile.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Animation for Nansen Clinic Animated Short Film – Activist Project Director and Animator
March 1, 2025 - Present
Directed a short film about refugees in the U.S., collaborating with a communications team. Responsible for art direction and animation review. Animated scenes of a flying duck using Toon Boom and performed color correction in After Effects.
Illustrator and Researcher at Blooders Organization
December 31, 2023 - August 4, 2025
Created an illustration in Photoshop for a museum presentation on LGBT history in Jalisco, along with several character iterations.
3D Modeler, Texture Artist, and Concept Artist at Gasolina Studio
April 30, 2024 - August 4, 2025
Modeled, textured, and optimized 3D assets (UVs and topology) for an animated series pitch, creating production-ready props. Used Maya and Substance Painter for texturing, and Photoshop for alphas. Designed five props for the animated project using Photoshop.
Workshop Facilitator at Estación Maker
December 31, 2023 - August 4, 2025
Supported children from local communities in discovering the importance of creating games. Led hands-on craft activities.
Tutor at Aprendizajes para Todos
January 1, 2024 - Present
Taught math and Spanish to a group of high school students through online classes and by creating educational materials.
Director – Student Group at Cimok-Comics
December 31, 2021 - August 4, 2025
Led a student group focused on teaching the fundamentals of storytelling, organizing classes and masterclasses with industry experts.
3D Modeler, Texture Artist, and Concept Artist at Gasolina Studio
April 1, 2024 - September 5, 2025
Modeled, textured, and optimized 3D assets (UVs and topology) for an animated series pitch, creating production-ready props. Used Maya and Substance Painter for texturing, and Photoshop (mainly for alphas). Designed 5 props for the animated project using Photoshop.
Workshop Facilitator at Estación Maker
December 31, 2023 - September 5, 2025
Supported local children in discovering the importance of creating games; led hands-on craft activities.
Software Director at Student Group Cimok-Comics
January 1, 2021 - September 5, 2025
Led a student group focused on teaching the fundamentals of storytelling, organizing classes and masterclasses with industry experts.
Tutor at Aprendizaje para Todos
December 31, 2024 - September 5, 2025
Taught math and Spanish to a group of high school students through online classes and by creating educational materials.
Activist Project Director and Animator at Nansen Clinic
March 1, 2025 - Present
Directed art direction and animation review for a short film about refugees in the U.S.; collaborated with a communications team; animated scenes of a flying duck using Toon Boom; performed color correction in After Effects.
Illustrator and Researcher at Blooders Organization
December 31, 2023 - September 5, 2025
Created an illustration in Photoshop for a museum presentation on LGBTQ history in Jalisco; produced several character illustrations.
3D Modeler, Texture Artist, and Concept Artist at Gasolina Studio
April 1, 2024 - September 5, 2025
3D modeling, texturing, and concept art for an animated series pitch; produced production-ready props and optimized UVs and topology.

Education

B.A. in Digital Art at Tecnológico de Monterrey
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
B.A. in Digital Art at Tecnológico de Monterrey
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
B.A. in Digital Art Technology at Monterrey
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization

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