I am a professional Mexican artist and storyteller, and I believe in the power of visual storytelling to connect people. I have authorization to work full time in the US and am comfortable collaborating across time zones. I am a problem solver and very proactive. I am currently based in Utah, but I am also willing to move or take on any remote job.

Ari Martinez

I am a professional Mexican artist and storyteller, and I believe in the power of visual storytelling to connect people. I have authorization to work full time in the US and am comfortable collaborating across time zones. I am a problem solver and very proactive. I am currently based in Utah, but I am also willing to move or take on any remote job.

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I am a professional Mexican artist and storyteller, and I believe in the power of visual storytelling to connect people. I have authorization to work full time in the US and am comfortable collaborating across time zones. I am a problem solver and very proactive.

I am currently based in Utah, but I am also willing to move or take on any remote job.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Storyboard Artist at BYU Center For Animation
September 30, 2024 - November 5, 2025
Boarded and planned sequences for a senior short film; designed environments and choreographed action sequences; developed ability to punch up comedy beats and generate ideas; participated in weekly meetings; collaborated with other teams down the pipeline.
Previs Artist
November 1, 2024 - November 6, 2025
Blocked in cameras, characters, and lights in Autodesk Maya; ensured clear compositions and good editing were done; worked with mocap data and Unreal Engine 5.
Storyboard Artist at BYU Center for Animation
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Worked as a storyboard artist on three short films: 'Love and Gold' (2025), 'Student Accomplice' (2024), and 'Night Shift' (2023). Collaborated with directors to plan scenes, timing, and shot sequences.
Storyboard Artist at Storybox Studios
January 1, 2025 - November 18, 2025
Storyboard artist contributing to YouTube series and related media projects; involved in shot planning, pacing, and collaboration with directors.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Animation at Brigham Young University
January 1, 2021 - November 6, 2025
BFA in Animation at Brigham Young University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services