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Valentina Cortes Castellar

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I'm a disciplined artist focused on concept art and worldbuilding, with a passion for mood exploration and the ability to adapt to a variety of artistic directions.

About

I’m a disciplined artist focused on concept art and worldbuilding, with a passion for mood exploration and the ability to adapt to a variety of artistic directions. I thrive on collaboration, balancing creative vision with production goals while staying autonomous and motivated.

I’m dedicated to growth and teamwork, with interest in continuing to develop skills in character design, environment design, and visual development, and I enjoy contributing to diverse projects across media and entertainment.

  • 3 years' experience
  • Joined August 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Software & Internet
  • Education
  • Professional Services
  • Other

Work experience· 4 roles

Creature Designer · T.A.I.L.Z.Jun 2025 – Present · 1 yr 6 mos

Designed a creature based on a written brief including key art and visual callouts. Collaborated with a small creative team, balancing visual direction with production goals. Maintained visual consistency across narrative and editorial needs.

Digital Designer · LionheartedFeb 2025 – Aug 2025 · 7 mos

Developed the model pack for characters, environments, props, and key moments with cohesive, functional, and aesthetically appealing designs for a personal IP.

Character Designer · The Wizard of Oz: RemixOct 2024 – Aug 2025 · 11 mos

Created character model packs including turnarounds, expression sheets, and final poses following production department needs and feedback. Designed key moments adhering to the project's art direction.

Visual Designer · The Empire of KaelJul 2023 – Aug 2025 · 2 yrs 2 mos

Education

Diploma in Animation Concept Art · Vancouver Film School2024 – 2025
Mentorship Workshop: Grayscale to Color · Kori Arreondo Mentorship Workshop2024
Bachelor’s Degree in Multimedia Engineering · Universidad Militar Nueva Granada2018 – 2023

Certifications and awards

Diploma in Animation Concept Art (Vancouver Film School)2024 – 2025
Kori Arreondo Mentorship Workshop (Color and Light fundamentals)2024
Bachelor’s Degree in Multimedia Engineering2018 – 2023

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