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I’m Maria Vela, a character designer supervisor and concept artist with diverse global experience from films to 2D/3D animated shows. Originally from Spain, and now based in Vancouver, Canada. I embrace creativity and storytelling in my work. With strong leadership skills, I thrive on collaborating with teams to bring imaginative visions to life.
Experience Level
Work Experience
Character Design Supervisor at Laguna College of Art and Design
October 1, 2024 - August 18, 2025Character Design Supervisor for an animation project currently in production.
Character Designer and Visual Development Artist at Jellyfish Pictures & Netflix, Warner Bros. and Nickelodeon
September 1, 2022 - August 18, 2025Character Designer and Visual Development Artist for animation projects.
Art Director and Concept Artist at Hampa Studio
April 1, 2022 - August 18, 2025Art Director and Concept Artist for several TV shows.
Freelance Character Designer at Mecha Cooperativa
April 1, 2021 - August 18, 2025Freelance Character Designer for projects selected in Snnecy Festival 2020, including the project "A piece of peace."
Illustrator at Muma Blue & Disney Animation Studios
October 1, 2020 - August 18, 2025Illustrator for the children's book "Anna and Elsa."
Character Designer and Background Designer at A Productions & HBO Max
May 1, 2020 - August 18, 2025Character Designer and Background Designer for the project "Elmo Puppies."
Character Designer at Core Animation & Warner Bros.
May 1, 2019 - August 18, 2025Character Designer for the animation movie "Mommies," one of the most watched animation movies in Europe, and nominated to the award-winning Goya as best Animation movie. Also worked on the award-winning short film "Totti", directed by Pixar animator Shad Bradbury.
Character & Prop Designer at Blender
February 1, 2018 - August 18, 2025Character & Prop Designer for the award-winning teaser "Hero."
Education
Character Design and Concept Art Portfolio Supervisor at Laguna College of Art and Design
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2024Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education
Experience Level
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