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I’m Zoé Morel, a 3D animation and special effects graduate based in Lyon, passionate about turning character ideas into clear, engaging animation. I enjoy working on every stage of the pipeline—from defining roles and timing to producing consistent character animation—so the audience immediately understands what’s happening and why it matters.
Experience Level
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Language
French
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Work Experience
Lead Animator at ESMA (Lyon) – Project “Beyond Memories”
April 1, 2025 - July 1, 2026Led character animation on the “Beyond Memories” short project as part of a student team. Managed the animation workflow and helped define animation guidelines to keep consistency across production. Oversaw animation organization at the team level: coordinated tasks, monitored progress, ensured deadlines were met, and supported overall animation department coordination including communication and production efficiency.
Lead Animator at ESMA (Lyon)
April 1, 2025 - July 1, 2026Lead Animator on the short film “Beyond Memories”, coordinating character animation throughout the project as part of a student team. Developed the animation workflow and created animation guidelines to ensure consistency across production. Managed the animation team by assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and making sure deadlines were met, while also overseeing overall animation department organization to improve communication and production efficiency.
BSMEC MENTION BIEN ESMA Student at ESMA (Lyon)
February 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025Studied in an ESMA track with a focus on preparation for professional 3D animation and special effects pathways.
Animation/Training (Bac mention Bien) at ESMA (Lyon)
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025Completed coursework leading to a Bac with “mention bien,” as part of the ESMA (Lyon) training period.
Lead Animator at Project “Beyond Memories” (team production)
January 1, 2024 - PresentLed animation on the project “Beyond Memories” as part of a team of students. Oversaw character animation throughout the film and developed the animation workflow and animation guidelines to maintain consistency across the production. Managed the animation team by coordinating tasks, monitoring progress, and ensuring deadlines were met. Also supervised the overall organization of the animation department by facilitating communication, planning, and production efficiency to support the full pipeline and deliver a coherent final result.
Lead Animator at Student film / project “Beyond Memories”
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Led and oversaw character animation throughout the project as part of a team of students. Developed and maintained the animation workflow and animation guidelines to ensure consistency across production. Coordinated the animation team by assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and ensuring deadlines were met, while also overseeing the broader animation department organization to improve communication, planning, and overall production efficiency.
Animation/Training (BA/Bachelor track) at ESMA (Lyon)
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021Participation in the ESMA (Lyon) program to build education and project experience in 3D animation and special effects.
Entertainment Preparatory Class (student) at Lycée Marlioz (Aix-les-Bains)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Completed an entertainment-oriented preparatory program, supporting foundational training relevant to animation and media.
Student (Applied Arts Upgrade Program) at EMANA (UPGRADING IN APPLIED ARTS)
January 1, 2020 - PresentParticipated in an applied arts upgrading program to strengthen creative and production fundamentals.
Entertainment Preparation Class Student at Lycée Marlioz (Aix-les-bains)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Completed an entertainment preparation program, building foundational skills and preparation for further studies in creative production.
Animation team member / student animator (Condé team) at Condé (Lyon)
January 1, 2020 - PresentContributed to animation activities as part of a team experience described in the resume, supporting production organization and animation execution within the program context.
Entertainment Preparation Class Student (animation training) at Lycée Marlioz (Aix-les-Bains)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Participated in an entertainment preparation class as part of early training related to creative and performance preparation.
Lead Animator at ZAPPING PROJECT – KIDNADO
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Served as Lead Animator on “Kidnado” within a team of six students. Developed the animation workflow for the project and supported consistent execution across the team. Focused on organizing production so that animation decisions and timing stayed aligned with the overall creative direction.
Animation/Training (cinema/entertainment preparation) at Entertainment Preparatory Class – Lycée Marlioz (Aix-les-Bains)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Completed an entertainment-focused preparatory class to build foundational skills for creative and cinematic studies.
Lead Animator at ESMA (Lyon) – Project “Kidnado”
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Served as Lead Animator on the “Kidnado” project as part of a team of six students. Developed the animation workflow to support coordinated production and team execution.
Education
RNCP40876 – Design and Production Expert – 3D Animation and Special Effects at ESMA (Lyon)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026RNCP40876 – Design and Production Expert – 3D Animation and Special Effects at ESMA (Lyon)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026Cycle of studies (final-year project and placements mentioned) at ESMA (Lyon)
April 1, 2025 - July 1, 2026Bac mention Bien at EMA (Lyon)
February 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025EMAA (upgrading in applied arts) at EMAA (Upgrading in Applied Arts)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020RNCP40876 – Design and Production Expert – 3D Animation and Special Effects at ESMA (Lyon)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026RNC P40876 – Design and Production Expert – 3D Animation and Special Effects at ESMA (Lyon)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026Qualifications
Houdini / VFX specialization (inferred from resume skills context)
January 11, 2030 - September 23, 2026RNCP40876 – Design and Production Expert – 3D Animation and Special Effects
January 1, 2022 - September 23, 2026B.A.C mention Bien
February 1, 2020 - April 1, 2025Acting and Lip Sync (focused training within 3D Animation and Special Effects)
January 1, 2022 - September 23, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Computers & Electronics
Experience Level
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