I'm an experienced Art Director, Lead Game Designer, and 3D Artist with over a decade of experience in the video game industry. I excel at managing creative teams and leading large-scale IP projects, collaborating with industry giants and ensuring a cohesive artistic vision across art, design, and programming. My background spans both 2D and 3D art, including concept art, character design, and environmental modeling, and I thrive in cross-functional collaboration. I'm seeking opportunities in creative leadership or hands-on art roles, with a preference for companies that prioritize human artists over AI-driven processes. I’m excited to drive compelling, high-quality experiences with teams who value craftsmanship and storytelling.

Borja Ruiz Manzano

I'm an experienced Art Director, Lead Game Designer, and 3D Artist with over a decade of experience in the video game industry. I excel at managing creative teams and leading large-scale IP projects, collaborating with industry giants and ensuring a cohesive artistic vision across art, design, and programming. My background spans both 2D and 3D art, including concept art, character design, and environmental modeling, and I thrive in cross-functional collaboration. I'm seeking opportunities in creative leadership or hands-on art roles, with a preference for companies that prioritize human artists over AI-driven processes. I’m excited to drive compelling, high-quality experiences with teams who value craftsmanship and storytelling.

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I’m an experienced Art Director, Lead Game Designer, and 3D Artist with over a decade of experience in the video game industry. I excel at managing creative teams and leading large-scale IP projects, collaborating with industry giants and ensuring a cohesive artistic vision across art, design, and programming. My background spans both 2D and 3D art, including concept art, character design, and environmental modeling, and I thrive in cross-functional collaboration.

I’m seeking opportunities in creative leadership or hands-on art roles, with a preference for companies that prioritize human artists over AI-driven processes. I’m excited to drive compelling, high-quality experiences with teams who value craftsmanship and storytelling.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Art Director & Lead Artist at Everbloom Games
July 1, 2022 - May 31, 2024
Directed a small remote art team in creating downloadable content for Minecraft, coordinating with Microsoft, Disney, NBC Universal, and Wizards of the Coast. Managed cross-functional communication among programmers, sound designers, and external stakeholders, ensuring artistic direction aligned with project goals. Performed leadership and hands-on art tasks, including modeling and environment creation for large-scale projects. Led artistic vision for major IPs: Dungeons & Dragons Minecraft DLC, Universal Studios Experience Minecraft DLC, and Tron Lightcycle/Run update for Disney's Magic Kingdom Minecraft DLC.
Lead Game Designer & Artist at Red Little House Studios
June 1, 2012 - January 31, 2014
Original creator and lead game designer for the indie project “Fleish & Cherry in Crazy Hotel.” Managed all art and design aspects, from character concept art to level design and environmental storytelling. Collaborated with programmers and sound designers to bring the project from concept to near completion before shelving.
Character & Object Artist (Scribblenauts Franchise) at 5th Cell
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2010
Worked on character and object art for the Scribblenauts franchise under Warner Bros. supervision. Collaborated remotely with a US-based team, producing 2D assets and ensuring consistency with the franchise’s established style.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects at Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV)
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2012
Bachelor degree and High School graduate at Cambridge House Community College
January 11, 2030 - December 3, 2025

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Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet