Creative and detail-oriented animation professional with experience in audio/video editing and visual storytelling. Skilled in Maya, Harmony, and multimedia production, with a strong passion for creative writing.

Melanie Lucas

Creative and detail-oriented animation professional with experience in audio/video editing and visual storytelling. Skilled in Maya, Harmony, and multimedia production, with a strong passion for creative writing.

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Creative and detail-oriented animation professional with experience in audio/video editing and visual storytelling. Skilled in Maya, Harmony, and multimedia production, with a strong passion for creative writing.

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Work Experience

Director & Animator (Short Film) | “The Raccoon Life” at Final Year Project
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Developed the full concept, screenplay, and story for the short film. Created 3D models (modeling) and character rigging systems. Completed the character and scene animation pipeline, then handled final editing and film assembly.
Podcast Producer at Independent / Freelance
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2023
Produced audio for the podcasts “A Arte de Ser Feliz” and “Este Livro é Para Ti”. Managed all stages of audio editing, mixing, and final sound quality control. The podcasts were broadcast on 40+ local radio stations across mainland Portugal and the islands.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Animation at California State University, Los Angeles
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Associate Degree in Studio Arts at El Camino College
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment