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Hi, I'm Mateo Kraus. I'm a budding animator and performer from Ohio, currently pursuing a BFA in Animation and Game Design at Cleveland Institute of Art. I love storytelling through 2D/3D animation and bringing characters to life on stage. Beyond my studies, I work seasonal roles at Cedar Point and local theatres, moving sets, building props, and delivering friendly customer service. I'm proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, Toon Boom Harmony, Maya, and Unity, and I'm excited to contribute to teams in animation, game design, and film.…Hi, I'm Mateo Kraus. I'm a budding animator and performer from Ohio, currently pursuing a BFA in Animation and Game Design at Cleveland Institute of Art. I love storytelling through 2D/3D animation and bringing characters to life on stage. Beyond my studies, I work seasonal roles at Cedar Point and local theatres, moving sets, building props, and delivering friendly customer service. I'm proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, Toon Boom Harmony, Maya, and Unity, and I'm excited to contribute to teams in animation, game design, and film.

Mateo Kraus

2D Animator, Storyboard Artist, Video Editor, +7

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Hi, I'm Mateo Kraus. I'm a budding animator and performer from Ohio, currently pursuing a BFA in Animation and Game Design at Cleveland Institute of Art. I love storytelling through 2D/3D animation and bringing characters to life on stage. Beyond my studies, I work seasonal roles at Cedar Point and local theatres, moving sets, building props, and delivering friendly customer service. I'm proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, Toon Boom Harmony, Maya, and Unity, and I'm excited to contribute to teams in animation, game design, and film.…Hi, I'm Mateo Kraus. I'm a budding animator and performer from Ohio, currently pursuing a BFA in Animation and Game Design at Cleveland Institute of Art. I love storytelling through 2D/3D animation and bringing characters to life on stage. Beyond my studies, I work seasonal roles at Cedar Point and local theatres, moving sets, building props, and delivering friendly customer service. I'm proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, Toon Boom Harmony, Maya, and Unity, and I'm excited to contribute to teams in animation, game design, and film.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Mateo Kraus. I’m a budding animator and performer from Ohio, currently pursuing a BFA in Animation and Game Design at Cleveland Institute of Art. I love storytelling through 2D/3D animation and bringing characters to life on stage.

Beyond my studies, I work seasonal roles at Cedar Point and local theatres, moving sets, building props, and delivering friendly customer service. I’m proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, Toon Boom Harmony, Maya, and Unity, and I’m excited to contribute to teams in animation, game design, and film.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Toon Boom Storyboard Pro

Expert

Pro Tools

Expert

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Performer (Seasonal) at Norwalk High School

January 1, 2022 - March 31, 2024

Performed lead roles in three musical theatre productions (Tin Man in The Wizard of Oz, 2022; Cornelius in Hello Dolly, 2023; Lumière in Beauty and the Beast, 2024). Practiced choreography, lines, and songs for all performances; assisted moving sets and props; contributed to minor wardrobe elements and props.

Performer (Seasonal) at Sandusky State Theater

June 1, 2018 - August 31, 2019

Lead roles in two summer productions: Mowgli in The Jungle Book (2018); Johnny in Peter Pan (2019). Practiced choreography, lines, and songs; assisted moving sets backstage.

Ride Operator (Seasonal) at Cedar Point, Sandusky, OH

May 1, 2025 - August 31, 2025

Direct guests through security measures and to their desired locations; maintained and cleaned public ride areas; ensured constant operation of rides during business hours.

Ride Operator (Seasonal) at Cedar Point, Sandusky, OH

May 1, 2026 - Present

Direct guests through security measures and to their desired locations; maintained and cleaned public ride areas; ensured constant operation of rides during business hours.

Games Associate (Seasonal) at Cedar Point, Sandusky, OH

June 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024

Provided customer service to create a fun environment; explained rules of carnival games; restocked and distributed prizes for each game.

Scare Actor (Seasonal) at Cedar Point, Sandusky, OH

September 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023

Performed as a butcher in Halloween weekend Slaughterhouse attraction; interacted with guests to entertain with various scares; assisted fellow associates to deliver a complete experience; offered refreshments and breaks to associates while remaining in character.

Lifeguard (Seasonal) at Cedar Point, Sandusky, OH

July 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023

Maintained certifications for lifeguarding to protect guest safety and ensure success during frequent audits. Certifications included Lifeguarding, CPR and First Aid.

Cashier (Seasonal) at Drug Mart, Norwalk, OH

June 1, 2022 - October 31, 2022

Managed the exchange of money and products at the front counter; organized the workspace by cleaning and inventory; performed customer service interactions.

Ride Operator at Cedar Point

May 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025

Direct guests through security measures and to their desired locations; maintain safety and ensure rides operate smoothly during business hours.

Ride Operator at Cedar Point

May 1, 2026 - Present

Direct guests through safety procedures, assist with ride operations, and uphold guest service standards during business hours.

Games Associate (Seasonal) at Cedar Point

June 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024

Provided customer service, explained game rules, restocked prizes, and created a welcoming environment to encourage participation.

Stage Actor (Seasonal) at Cedar Point

September 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023

Performed lead roles in three seasonal musical theatre productions (Tin Man in The Wizard of Oz, Cornelius in Hello Dolly, Lumiere in Beauty and the Beast); practiced choreography, lines, and songs through final performances; assisted with moving sets and props; contributed to minor wardrobe and prop decisions.

Performer (Seasonal) at Sandusky State Theater

June 1, 2019 - August 31, 2019

Continued summer performances with lead roles; maintained rehearsal discipline and stage presence.

Lifeguard (Seasonal) at Cedar Point

July 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023

Maintained health and safety of guests through vigilance, identified hazards, responded to emergencies, and upheld park rules.

Cashier (Seasonal) at Drug Mart

June 1, 2022 - October 31, 2022

Managed front counter exchanges and inventory; organized work space; provided customer service to create a welcoming environment.

Scare Actor (Seasonal) at Cedar Point

September 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023

Performed as a butcher in the Halloween Slaughterhouse attraction; interacted with guests to entertain effectively; assisted fellow associates and remained in character to preserve the spooky experience.

Ride Operator (Seasonal) at Cedar Point

May 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025

Direct guests through security measures and to their desired locations; maintain and clean the public areas of rides; ensure constant operation of rides during business hours.

Ride Operator (Seasonal) at Cedar Point

May 1, 2026 - Present

Direct guests through security measures and to their desired locations; maintain and clean the public areas of rides; ensure constant operation of rides during business hours.

Performer (Seasonal) at Sandusky State Theater

January 1, 2022 - April 1, 2024

Performer in three community musical theatre productions; Roles included performances in The Wizard of Oz (2022), Hello Dolly (Cornelius, 2023), and Beauty and the Beast (Lumière, 2024). Practiced choreography, lines, and songs, assisted in moving sets and props, and helped construct minor wardrobe elements and props.