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

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

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

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization