James Marquez is a 2D animator proficient in compositing and post-production. Beginning his artistic journey in 2010, he learned to animate on a Nintendo DSi, securing his present-day expertise in character animation, lip-syncing, and environmental animation. Taking influence from 1990s UK bands like Oasis and Supergrass, he uses animation and video editing as an outlet to explore his transition into adulthood as a member of the LGBT community.…

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James Marquez is a 2D animator proficient in compositing and post-production. Beginning his artistic journey in 2010, he learned to animate on a Nintendo DSi, securing his present-day expertise in character animation, lip-syncing, and environmental animation. Taking influence from 1990s UK bands like Oasis and Supergrass, he uses animation and video editing as an outlet to explore his transition into adulthood as a member of the LGBT community.…

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James Marquez is a 2D animator proficient in compositing and post-production. Beginning his artistic journey in 2010, he learned to animate on a Nintendo DSi, securing his present-day expertise in character animation, lip-syncing, and environmental animation. Taking influence from 1990s UK bands like Oasis and Supergrass, he uses animation and video editing as an outlet to explore his transition into adulthood as a member of the LGBT community.

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Language

English
Fluent
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

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Education

BFA at Montserrat College of Art
August 28, 2020 - May 17, 2024
Diploma at Niigata College of Art & Design
May 22, 2023 - June 17, 2023
Took woodblock printmaking and manga making classes in a study abroad program in Niigata, Japan.

Qualifications

Selection for Gilbert Baker Film Festival (2024)
May 9, 2024 - June 7, 2024
Student film "COME BACK TO WHAT YOU KNOW" will be screened here.
Selection for 2024 Montserrat College of Art Media & Animation Showcase (MaSH)
May 10, 2024 - May 10, 2024
Both "COME BACK TO WHAT YOU KNOW" and another animation, titled "The Fly" were screened here.
Selection for 2023 Montserrat College of Art Media & Animation Showcase (MaSH)
May 10, 2023 - May 10, 2023
Animated music video "Why Me? Why Not." was screened here.
Selection for Montserrat College of Art All Senior Show Awards
May 16, 2024 - May 16, 2024
Juried by artist Gabriel Sosa.
Video Editor (The Ghost Wood)
October 8, 2022 - December 7, 2022
Video editor for collaborative student film.

Industry Experience

Retail, Media & Entertainment
    The Ghost Wood (Studio Dynamite)

    Video editor for collaborative student film.

    -communicated with producer on a creative brief
    -communicated and collaborated with team members
    -communicated with director on progress
    -communicated with other team members to give feedback
    -delivered assigned shots within given schedule + specs
    -provided additional 2D animation and background coloring for project

    2024 Animation Reel
    Collection of 2D animation, also featured on my website. 2danimation 2dcharacteranimation characteranimation…
    2024 Post-Production Reel
    Collection of post-production and compositing work, which is also featured on my website. Credits to Catherine Cardenas and Cassandra Elizabeth for their animations. postproduction videoediting compositing vfx…
    Why Me? Why Not.
    Animated music video using the Liam Gallagher song of the same name. Showcased at Montserrat College of Art's Media & Animation Showcase (MaSH) in 2023. 2danimation animation animatedmusicvideo AMV musicvideo…
    Drop The Ball (Team Untitled Team)

    Video editor for collaborative student film.

    -communicated with producer on a creative brief
    -communicated and collaborated with team members
    -communicated with director on progress
    -communicated with other team members to give feedback
    -delivered assigned shots within given schedule + specs
    -provided additional 2D animation for project