I am a passionate 2D animator with extensive experience in storytelling through animation. My journey in animation began in Canada, and I have since had the privilege of working on various projects across different countries, honing my skills along the way. I love bringing characters to life and engaging audiences with compelling narratives.

Nathan Maetzner

I am a passionate 2D animator with extensive experience in storytelling through animation. My journey in animation began in Canada, and I have since had the privilege of working on various projects across different countries, honing my skills along the way. I love bringing characters to life and engaging audiences with compelling narratives.

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I am a passionate 2D animator with extensive experience in storytelling through animation. My journey in animation began in Canada, and I have since had the privilege of working on various projects across different countries, honing my skills along the way. I love bringing characters to life and engaging audiences with compelling narratives.

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

2D Animator at Jam Media - Belfast, UK
September 1, 2025 - September 8, 2025
Worked on various projects developing 2D animations for television and digital media, focusing on character design and storytelling.
Freelance Artist Revisionist at Tim Rich Animation - Stirling, UK
October 1, 2023 - September 8, 2025
Revised and improved animated content, ensuring quality and adherence to project guidelines, collaborating closely with the production team.
Storyboard Artist at SE Animation
July 1, 2023 - Present
Created storyboards that guided the direction of various animation projects.
Storyboard Artist at Seed Animation - London, UK
July 1, 2023 - Present
Created storyboards for animated shorts, translating scripts into visual narratives, actively participating in creative discussions.
2D Animator at Jam Media
April 1, 2022 - September 1, 2022
Worked on various animation projects, contributing to the visual storytelling and character designs.
Animation Revisions at Wild Rich in Space
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Revised animation scenes to ensure quality and alignment with project goals.
Sound Engineer and Music Producer at Cool Music Studios
September 1, 2018 - Present
Managed and produced music projects including composition, mixing, and mastering for various clients. Played a key role in sound design and post-production audio editing for media content in the studio environment.
Senior Music Producer at SoundWave Studios
May 1, 2017 - Present
Produced, recorded, and mixed tracks for a diverse portfolio of artists across genres including pop, rock, and electronic. Managed studio sessions and collaborated with songwriters and instrumentalists to create polished final products. Led a team of junior producers and engineers, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality audio production.
Audio Engineer at MixPro Audio
April 30, 2017 - September 3, 2025
Handled recording, editing, and mixing for commercial projects, including advertisements and movie soundtracks. Maintained audio equipment and optimized studio acoustics for best sound capture. Liaised with clients to meet creative goals and technical specifications.
Freelance Composer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2017 - Present
Composed original music for films, games, and advertising. Collaborated closely with directors and clients to tailor soundtracks and audio elements to project requirements.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Music at Hochschule der Künste Bern (HKB)
October 1, 2014 - July 31, 2018
Bachelor of Arts in Music Production at University of Southern California
September 1, 2010 - June 1, 2014
MTM College Animation at MTM College Animation
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015
MTM College Animation at MTM College Animation
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015

Qualifications

Certified Pro Tools Operator
March 1, 2015 - September 3, 2025

Industry Experience

Other, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet