I'm a senior visual effects artist with 18 years of global industry experience. My seasoned and adaptable approach is paired with a positive, solutions-focused mindset. I’m highly effective in both studio and remote settings, with a reliable professional setup and strong communication skills. I respect production schedules and approach feedback and revisions with enthusiasm.

Diaz Sara

I'm a senior visual effects artist with 18 years of global industry experience. My seasoned and adaptable approach is paired with a positive, solutions-focused mindset. I’m highly effective in both studio and remote settings, with a reliable professional setup and strong communication skills. I respect production schedules and approach feedback and revisions with enthusiasm.

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I’m a senior visual effects artist with 18 years of global industry experience. My seasoned and adaptable approach is paired with a positive, solutions-focused mindset. I’m highly effective in both studio and remote settings, with a reliable professional setup and strong communication skills. I respect production schedules and approach feedback and revisions with enthusiasm.

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Beginner
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Senior Layout Artist & 3D Generalist at Rotor Studios
June 30, 2022 - August 13, 2025
Collaborated within a highly dedicated team as part of a comprehensive production pipeline, delivering high-quality visual content for a Toyota commercial. Created photorealistic car imagery and animations for use across Toyota’s website, promotional events, and digital brochures. Worked remotely using Maya, Nuke, and RV Viewer, maintaining efficient daily output and seamless communication via Zoom and team chats.
Modeller VFX Environment Artist at Framestore
May 31, 2012 - August 13, 2025
Performed extremely detailed photorealistic modelling in Maya for the film Gravity (2012/13). Worked on dressing for aesthetic and modelled destruction details for realistic break ups. Acted as a key artist who mentored junior artists.
Senior Layout Artist & 3D Generalist at Studio AKA
September 30, 2023 - August 13, 2025
Worked in Maya, Photoshop, and ShotGrid to lay out sequences based on storyboards guided by multiple directors for a documentary titled 'Waiting on release'. Animated cameras, props, and posed characters. Modelled stand in environments. Worked remotely maintaining efficient daily output and seamless communication via Zoom and team chats.

Education

MA Computer Animation at Ncca Bournemouth University
January 11, 2030 - August 13, 2025
BA Hons Design for Film & TV at Wimbledon School of Art
January 11, 2030 - August 13, 2025
BTEC Art Foundation at Arts Institute @ Bournemouth
January 11, 2030 - August 13, 2025

Qualifications

Certified Barre Instructor
January 11, 2030 - August 13, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization