Hi, I’m Emmanuel E. Pérez, a comic book artist, senior illustrator, 2D animator and layout artist based in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. I’ve spent years shaping comics, character design, and animation for a range of studios and franchises. I’ve collaborated with Moro Studio, BIJRD, Lone Coconut, The Lost Connection Games, and more, bringing stories to life with a versatile skillset in illustration, animation, and visual design. I thrive on teamwork and creative problem-solving, adapting to each project's needs while keeping a friendly, collaborative spirit.…

Enmanuel E. Pérez

Hi, I’m Emmanuel E. Pérez, a comic book artist, senior illustrator, 2D animator and layout artist based in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. I’ve spent years shaping comics, character design, and animation for a range of studios and franchises. I’ve collaborated with Moro Studio, BIJRD, Lone Coconut, The Lost Connection Games, and more, bringing stories to life with a versatile skillset in illustration, animation, and visual design. I thrive on teamwork and creative problem-solving, adapting to each project's needs while keeping a friendly, collaborative spirit.…

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Hi, I’m Emmanuel E. Pérez, a comic book artist, senior illustrator, 2D animator and layout artist based in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. I’ve spent years shaping comics, character design, and animation for a range of studios and franchises.

I’ve collaborated with Moro Studio, BIJRD, Lone Coconut, The Lost Connection Games, and more, bringing stories to life with a versatile skillset in illustration, animation, and visual design. I thrive on teamwork and creative problem-solving, adapting to each project’s needs while keeping a friendly, collaborative spirit.

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Language

English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Illustrator at The Inventors Club / Oscar & Lily project
May 1, 2022 - August 31, 2023
Illustrator for The Inventors Club; contributed to a Growth Mindset book for children.
Illustrator at Oscar & Lily: The Inventors Club
May 1, 2022 - August 31, 2023
Illustrated content for the Oscar & Lily: The Inventors Club project; contributed to the social media assets and short-form animations.
Lead Animator, Storyboard Artist & Character Designer at The Lost Connection Games
April 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
Led animation from concept to final composition for animated commercials; created storyboards and character designs; collaborated across departments.
Comic Book Artist at Merlin Publishing / MPDS - Quisque Ya: A Graphic History
November 1, 2019 - April 30, 2021
Comic Book Artist on Quisque Ya: A Graphic History; freelance collaboration with writers and designers.
Illustrator / Graphic Designer / Video Producer at Maco Expo RD
November 1, 2019 - Present
Illustrator, graphic designer, and video producer; contributed to social networks and spoke at the Manga & Comic Exhibition in the Dominican Republic.
Comic Book Artist at Merlin Publishing (MPSD) - Quisque Ya: A Graphic History
November 1, 2019 - April 30, 2021
Worked on the graphic novel Quisque Ya: A Graphic History as a comic book artist; collaborated with writers and designers.
Illustrator at Lone Coconut (Plunderlings franchise)
June 1, 2017 - August 31, 2020
Illustrated the Plunderlings toy franchise; contributed to visual assets and branding.
Workshop Leader - Facilitator / Teacher at Dominican Republic Children's and Youth Library (BIJRD)
November 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020
Facilitated the Digital 2D Animation Workshop for children and teens; managed sessions from 2017 through 2020.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Advertising: Specialization in Illustration at Autonomous University of Santo Domingo (UASD)
January 11, 2030 - June 28, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education