I'm Derek E. Perez, a highly creative and self-motivated artist with a strong foundation in both traditional and digital media. I love visual storytelling and problem-solving, and I thrive in collaborative environments, delivering high-quality illustrations, animations, and graphic designs that meet project goals. I enjoy turning complex ideas into clear visuals and collaborating with teammates to produce compelling work that resonates with audiences.

Derek E. Perez

I'm Derek E. Perez, a highly creative and self-motivated artist with a strong foundation in both traditional and digital media. I love visual storytelling and problem-solving, and I thrive in collaborative environments, delivering high-quality illustrations, animations, and graphic designs that meet project goals. I enjoy turning complex ideas into clear visuals and collaborating with teammates to produce compelling work that resonates with audiences.

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I’m Derek E. Perez, a highly creative and self-motivated artist with a strong foundation in both traditional and digital media. I love visual storytelling and problem-solving, and I thrive in collaborative environments, delivering high-quality illustrations, animations, and graphic designs that meet project goals.

I enjoy turning complex ideas into clear visuals and collaborating with teammates to produce compelling work that resonates with audiences.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Quality Specialist at Reality Based Group (RBG)
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Analyzed and streamlined processes to improve efficiency and accuracy in a dynamic team environment, applying these skills to project management and meeting creative deadlines. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop effective solutions and improve communication with animators, designers, and writers. Mentored and trained new team members, providing guidance and constructive feedback to support collaboration and onboarding.
Customer Support Specialist at Spherion / Blizzard Entertainment
February 1, 2011 - February 1, 2011
Addressed a wide range of player inquiries with prompt, empathetic communication, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve complex issues, ensuring a comprehensive support experience.

Education

Diploma at Stony Point High School
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009
Diploma / Degree in Media Arts and Animation at Art Institute of Austin
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013

Qualifications

Introduction to Game Design (CalArts via Coursera)
May 22, 2025 - November 13, 2025
Fundamentals of Graphic Design (CalArts via Coursera)
May 13, 2025 - November 13, 2025
Google Data Analytics (Google/Coursera)
March 10, 2025 - November 13, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services