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Hi, I'm James. I build believable 3D worlds and expressive 2D visuals, with a foundation in modeling, animation, and compositing. I also bring rigging and texturing skills to the table, and I enjoy shaping concepts into polished assets for games, film, and television. I’ve led animation teams, mentored peers, and collaborated across departments to deliver high-quality visuals on schedule. When I’m not animating, I love exploring 3D printing, painting, maquettes, and sculpture, always aiming to push the boundaries of what’s visually possible.…Hi, I'm James. I build believable 3D worlds and expressive 2D visuals, with a foundation in modeling, animation, and compositing. I also bring rigging and texturing skills to the table, and I enjoy shaping concepts into polished assets for games, film, and television. I’ve led animation teams, mentored peers, and collaborated across departments to deliver high-quality visuals on schedule. When I’m not animating, I love exploring 3D printing, painting, maquettes, and sculpture, always aiming to push the boundaries of what’s visually possible.

James C. A Guas

3D Animator, Animator, Visual Effects Artist, +3

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Hi, I'm James. I build believable 3D worlds and expressive 2D visuals, with a foundation in modeling, animation, and compositing. I also bring rigging and texturing skills to the table, and I enjoy shaping concepts into polished assets for games, film, and television. I’ve led animation teams, mentored peers, and collaborated across departments to deliver high-quality visuals on schedule. When I’m not animating, I love exploring 3D printing, painting, maquettes, and sculpture, always aiming to push the boundaries of what’s visually possible.…Hi, I'm James. I build believable 3D worlds and expressive 2D visuals, with a foundation in modeling, animation, and compositing. I also bring rigging and texturing skills to the table, and I enjoy shaping concepts into polished assets for games, film, and television. I’ve led animation teams, mentored peers, and collaborated across departments to deliver high-quality visuals on schedule. When I’m not animating, I love exploring 3D printing, painting, maquettes, and sculpture, always aiming to push the boundaries of what’s visually possible.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m James. I build believable 3D worlds and expressive 2D visuals, with a foundation in modeling, animation, and compositing. I also bring rigging and texturing skills to the table, and I enjoy shaping concepts into polished assets for games, film, and television. I’ve led animation teams, mentored peers, and collaborated across departments to deliver high-quality visuals on schedule.

When I’m not animating, I love exploring 3D printing, painting, maquettes, and sculpture, always aiming to push the boundaries of what’s visually possible.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

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Expert

Expert

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Expert

Expert

Expert

Toon Boom Storyboard Pro

Expert

Toon Boom Producer

Intermediate

Language

English

Advanced

Work Experience

Senior Animator (Freelance) at Playlab Animation Studio

January 1, 2016 - Present

Provision of high-quality 3D animations.

Animation Lead at Minuscule Neun Farben Corporation

December 1, 2023 - December 1, 2025

Oversee the animation team and ensure the production of high-quality animation assets for gaming; projects still under NDA.

CGI Artist at Top Draw Animation

July 1, 2022 - August 1, 2023

Providing high-quality 3D assets and animations for a TV series, ensuring alignment with the creative vision and technical requirements.

Freelance 3D Artist at Top Draw Animation

October 1, 2016 - May 1, 2017

Providing high-quality 3D assets and animations for a TV series.

3D Generalist at Decenternet Technologies Corp.

February 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022

Designing 3D assets, animations, and immersive level environments for gaming and metaverse experiences.

Production Manager at Rubicon Studios Manila

August 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015

Overseeing budget planning, pipeline management, and scheduling for animation projects; conducted training on Autodesk Maya.

3D Artist/Animator at Rubicon Studios Manila

January 1, 2011 - August 1, 2013

Animator, modeler, and compositor supporting 2D production with toon shading; collaborated with 2D dept.

Senior 3D Artist/Generalist at Glow 3D Animation Studios, Inc.

November 1, 2007 - December 1, 2010

Modeling, animation, and compositing for films, TV series, and commercials; handled multiple projects.

Senior 3D Artist/Compositing Lead at Digital Eye Candy, Inc.

June 1, 2004 - July 1, 2007

Lead compositor; 3D modeling and animation tasks; ensured cohesive integration of 3D elements.

2D Digital Compositor at ImagineAsia, Inc.

June 1, 2001 - May 1, 2002

Constructing final images by combining layers of rendered animation, effects, and background plates.

2D Digital Painter, X-sheet and Scanner at ImagineAsia, Inc.

October 1, 1999 - June 1, 2001

Entered timing data, scanned pencil frames, and painted digitally to bring traditional animation to digital realm.

Freelance Senior Animator at Playlab Animation Studio

January 1, 2016 - Present

Provide high-quality 3D animations; collaborate with production teams to deliver animation assets and maintain quality across projects.

Animation Lead at Neun Farben Corporation

December 1, 2023 - December 1, 2025

Oversee the animation team and ensure the production of high-quality animation assets for gaming; ensure deliverables meet technical and creative standards.

3D Artist at Top Draw Animation

October 1, 2016 - May 1, 2017

Freelance 3D asset creation and animation work supporting TV series.

Education

Computer Systems Design and Programming at AMA Computer College, Shaw Blvd., Mandaluyong City, Philippines