I'm a freelancer who specializes in... 3D Animation, Design, Concept Design, Directing Teams, Animation Director, Creative Director, CGI Director, Creative Producer _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Jonathan Garin is a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in the creative industry. For 15 of those years, he successfully helped lead and manage PandaPanther, a renowned studio based in New York City. With a strong background as a 3D designer/animator generalist, Jonathan has been extensively involved in various productions throughout his career. Having directed and produced an impressive selection of works, Jonathan has demonstrated his exceptional talent and creative vision. His portfolio showcases his ability to bring ideas to life and deliver high-quality results. Jonathan's expertise extends beyond his creative skills. With his extensive experience, he has effectively managed large teams both in-house and remotely, ensuring smooth and efficient workflows. He thrives on the challenges that come with working in the industry and consistently seeks innovative solutions to overcome them. --- **Employment and project experience** **Creative Director/Owner** PandaPanther NYC. _January 2006 - Present_ **3D Generalist Freelance** Psyop Creative _January 2004 - December 2005_ **Freelance 3D Animator/Designer** Curious Pictures _January 2003 - August 2004_ **Freelance Designer** Leroy & Clarkson _March 2004 - Jun 2004_ **Freelance Designer** Imaginary Forces _March 2003 - May 2003_ **3D Animator/Designer** Spontaneous! _October 2001 - Feb 2003_ **Interactive Designer** Universal Studios Production Group _June 1999 - August 1999_

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I'm a freelancer who specializes in... 3D Animation, Design, Concept Design, Directing Teams, Animation Director, Creative Director, CGI Director, Creative Producer _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ Jonathan Garin is a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in the creative industry. For 15 of those years, he successfully helped lead and manage PandaPanther, a renowned studio based in New York City. With a strong background as a 3D designer/animator generalist, Jonathan has been extensively involved in various productions throughout his career. Having directed and produced an impressive selection of works, Jonathan has demonstrated his exceptional talent and creative vision. His portfolio showcases his ability to bring ideas to life and deliver high-quality results. Jonathan's expertise extends beyond his creative skills. With his extensive experience, he has effectively managed large teams both in-house and remotely, ensuring smooth and efficient workflows. He thrives on the challenges that come with working in the industry and consistently seeks innovative solutions to overcome them. --- **Employment and project experience** **Creative Director/Owner** PandaPanther NYC. _January 2006 - Present_ **3D Generalist Freelance** Psyop Creative _January 2004 - December 2005_ **Freelance 3D Animator/Designer** Curious Pictures _January 2003 - August 2004_ **Freelance Designer** Leroy & Clarkson _March 2004 - Jun 2004_ **Freelance Designer** Imaginary Forces _March 2003 - May 2003_ **3D Animator/Designer** Spontaneous! _October 2001 - Feb 2003_ **Interactive Designer** Universal Studios Production Group _June 1999 - August 1999_

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Jonathan Garin is a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in the creative industry. For 15 of those years, he successfully helped lead and manage PandaPanther, a renowned studio based in New York City. With a strong background as a 3D designer/animator generalist, Jonathan has been extensively involved in various productions throughout his career.
Having directed and produced an impressive selection of works, Jonathan has demonstrated his exceptional talent and creative vision. His portfolio showcases his ability to bring ideas to life and deliver high-quality results.
Jonathan’s expertise extends beyond his creative skills. With his extensive experience, he has effectively managed large teams both in-house and remotely, ensuring smooth and efficient workflows. He thrives on the challenges that come with working in the industry and consistently seeks innovative solutions to overcome them.


Employment and project experience

Creative Director/Owner PandaPanther NYC.
January 2006 - Present

3D Generalist Freelance Psyop Creative
January 2004 - December 2005

Freelance 3D Animator/Designer Curious Pictures
January 2003 - August 2004

Freelance Designer Leroy & Clarkson
March 2004 - Jun 2004

Freelance Designer Imaginary Forces
March 2003 - May 2003

3D Animator/Designer Spontaneous!
October 2001 - Feb 2003

Interactive Designer Universal Studios Production Group
June 1999 - August 1999

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
German
Intermediate
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

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Education

Bachelor's Computer Animation at University of Central Florida
August 18, 1999

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Computers & Electronics, Education, Gaming
    uniE608 Nickelodeon Kid's Choice Awards Goldfish
    Throughout my time as the Executive Creative Director (ECD) for Pandapanther, I maintained a consistent work relationship with the creatives at NCA (Nickelodeon Creative Advertising). Together, we collaborated on numerous TV spots, providing me with the opportunity to assume various roles throughout the process. These roles ranged from being directly involved in production to serving as creative producer. I managed remote teams and occasionally had the privilege of directing live action segments. I was responsible for handling audio, including music, on some occasions.
    uniE608 Skylanders "Giants" Cinematics Reel
    I had the privilege of Directing all In-Game Cinematics for Activision Skylanders "Giants" the Game released on all consoles. Throughout numerous episodes of action packed narratives and epic sequences involving tons of CG animation, FX and carefully crafted animation, I learned how much fun the world of cinematics production can be. I had the pleasure of working with an amazing team at PandaPanther NYC keeping the playful spirit of our studio alive during the intense production.
    uniE608 Nickelodeon Goldfish Kid's Choice Awards
    Part of a series of TV Spots created for Nickelodeon's Kid's Choice Awards sponsored by Goldfish. These were created during peak covid lockdown time and managed entirely remote by me. I acted as creative director, and producer to ensure all aspects of production ran smoothly between clients and the animators, designers, and compositors.
    uniE608 PandaPanther Reel
    A selection of works created at PandaPanther NYC where I was heavily involved in every aspect of production from selecting artists to working with designers and animators throughout the duration of all projects. Serving as Executive Creative Director and many times working hands-on during the productions themselves.
    paper Yahoo Mail Concepts and Creative
    pitchedeck for Yahoo Mail which ended up driving the creative behind our various campaigns to help launch the "New" Yahoo Mail. I acted as Executive Creative Director on numerous animated advertisements working with teams of designers and animators.
    paper MTV Tres Concepts
    pitchdeck illustrator designer A series of concepts created for MTV Tr3s Latino channel. Most of these were also executed and animated under my supervision as Executive Creative Director at PandaPanther NYC.
    paper Pitchdeck for "Trapping Kaos" Tv Ad
    pitchdeck designer conceptart A series of styleframes accompanied by a visual treatment for the TV Ad "Trapping Kaos" through 72 and Sunny.
    paper MTV Show Package Designs
    pitchdeck graphicdesigner illustrator set of various concepts mostly created by me using maya 3D and adobe illustrator for MTV's various show opens.
    uniE621 Collection of Practical Sets created at PandaPanther NYC
    Photos of various miniature sets art directed by me while working at PandaPanther NYC.
    paper Michelin TV Ad Campaign pitch
    pitchdeck created for a Michelin Ad Campaign. I served as Executive Creative Director at PandaPanther NYC overseeing the pitch process and presenting the final concept at the Agency.
    uniE621 Fiat Motors Pitch
    pitchdeck created for a Fiat TV spot that never aired. I worked on assembling the frames and various elements to create the final presentation.
    paper Dragon Dreams
    pitchdeck made for a tv spot through leo burnett. I was responsible for directing all creative at PandaPanther NYC and served as animation director on this project.

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