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Hi, I’m Joshua Barcenas, a passionate story artist and animator based in Florida, USA. I specialize in creating engaging animated music videos and commercials using a variety of tools like Toon Boom Harmony and Clip Studio Paint. My experience extends from student film projects to leading production teams and managing creative workflows in digital arts.
I have a strong background in 2D and 3D animation, storyboarding, directing, and post compositing. I enjoy collaborating on narrative-driven music videos and taking projects from concept to completion with a focus on clear storytelling and dynamic visuals. I’m eager to bring my creative vision and technical skills to feature, TV, and commercial advertising projects.
Experience Level
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Work Experience
Producer, Director, Lead Storyboard Artist, Lead 2D Animator, Post Compositor at University of Florida
May 1, 2025 - August 28, 2025Animated a 2-minute film in a 15-week semester using Harmony Pro and Clip Studio Paint. Presented and advertised the film during the Digital Worlds Institute’s 2025 Convergence Student Showcase. Pitched three narrative animated music video concepts with shot lists and story beats. Created storyboards, animatics, character sheets, illustrated layouts, and animated in 2D and 3D with After Effects.
Animated Music Video Creator at University of Florida
May 1, 2025 - August 28, 2025Animated a 2-minute music video over a 15-week semester using Harmony Pro and Clip Studio Paint. Presented and advertised the film during the Digital Worlds Institute’s 2025 Convergence Student Showcase. Pitched three narrative animated music video concepts with shot lists and story beats. Created two storyboards and animatics incorporating revision notes. Developed four character sheets with several rounds of revisions. Illustrated layouts for action animation and animated shots in 2D and 3D using After Effects.
Storyboard Artist and Video Editor at University of Florida
December 1, 2024 - August 28, 2025Created shot compositions and set layout. Edited multiple sequences and adjusted timing to improve scene clarity in the "Behind the Scenes" student film.
"Behind the Scenes" Student Film Animator at University of Florida
December 1, 2024 - August 28, 2025Created shot compositions and set layouts. Edited multiple sequences and adjusted timing to improve scene clarity.
Multimedia Co-Chair, Graphic Designer, 2D Animator at Japanese Student Association at UF
May 1, 2024 - August 28, 2025Created a looping animation of an original Japanese mascot character. Directed and storyboarded promotional advertisements for the association.
Multimedia Co-Chair at Japanese Student Association at UF
May 1, 2024 - August 28, 2025Created a looping animation of an original Japanese mascot character. Directed and storyboarded promotional advertisements.
Storyboard Artist, 2D Animator, Production Assistant at University of Florida
April 30, 2024 - August 28, 2025Screened film during the Digital Worlds Institute’s 2024 Convergence Student Showcase. Created storyboard and frame-by-frame 2D animation using Harmony Pro. Assisted management of a team of 10 animators for the production of the "American Fahrenheit" collaborative music video.
Collaborative Music Video Animator at University of Florida
April 30, 2024 - August 28, 2025Screened film during the Digital Worlds Institute’s 2024 Convergence Student Showcase. Created storyboard and frame-by-frame 2D animation using Harmony Pro. Assisted management over a team of 10 animators for the production of the music video.
2D Animator at University of Florida
March 31, 2024 - August 28, 2025Animated 11 seconds of two-character lip-synced animation for the "11 Second Club" placing 43rd out of 193 submissions. Completed the work within 50 hours.
Animator at University of Florida
March 31, 2024 - August 28, 2025Placed 43/193 in animated 11 seconds of two character lip-synced animation completed in 50 hours.
Education
BA in Digital Arts and Science, Specialization in Story Art & Media Production at The University of Florida
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2025BA Digital Arts and Science at University of Florida
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2025Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education
Experience Level
Expert
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