I'm a freelance artist and professional entertainer with years of experience meeting and exceeding expectation.…

Matthew Kaizo Poka

I'm a freelance artist and professional entertainer with years of experience meeting and exceeding expectation.…

Available to hire

I’m a freelance artist and professional entertainer with years of experience meeting and exceeding expectation.

Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Assistant Arts Teacher at Pura Vida
February 1, 2018 - October 2, 2025
Independent commission work; assisting with arts education and design projects.
Exterminator at G-Man Pest Control
August 1, 2023 - October 2, 2025
Assistant Arts Teacher at Pura Vida
February 1, 2018 - October 2, 2025
Assisted in arts instruction; prepared curriculum and activities; supported students in creative projects.
Exterminator at G-Man Pest Control
August 1, 2023 - October 2, 2025
Performed pest control operations and client service; maintenance of equipment and safety protocols.
Independent Commission Work / Freelance Artist
January 1, 2017 - Present
Freelance illustration, animation, and design work on commissions and independent projects.
Assistant Arts Teacher at Pura Vida
February 1, 2018 - October 2, 2025
Assisted lead teachers in arts curriculum; prepared materials; supported students in creative projects; and helped with classroom activities.
Exterminator at G-Man Pest Control
August 1, 2023 - October 2, 2025
Performed pest control operations, client consultations, safety protocols, and equipment maintenance.
Independent Commissioner at Independent Commission Work
January 1, 2017 - Present
Undertook independent commissions in artwork, design direction, and production coordination with clients.
Assistant Arts Teacher at Pura Vida
August 1, 2017 - February 1, 2018
Exterminator at G-Man Pest Control
August 1, 2016 - August 1, 2023
Independent Commission Work
January 1, 2017 - Present

Education

at Toronto Media College of Animation (Formerly Max The Mutt)
September 1, 2021 - December 1, 2023
Focused on Character Design, Graphic Design, 2D Animation, Set Design, Color/Shading at Metro Toronto Media College of Animation (Formerly Max the Mutt)
September 1, 2021 - December 1, 2023
at Toronto Media College of Animation (Formerly Max the Mutt)
September 1, 2021 - December 1, 2023
at Warwick High School
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020
at Toronto Media College of Animation (Formerly Max the Mutt)
September 1, 2021 - December 1, 2023
High School Diploma at Warwick High School
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services

Skills

Experience Level