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Hi, I'm Abel Montes de Oca, a passionate visual media artist with a strong background in animation, graphic design, and video editing. I enjoy bringing stories to life through creative visuals and have directed and animated short films while working on projects involving character design and background illustration. I'm currently studying Visual Media at Nevada State University and have gained experience working with various teams, managing equipment, and coordinating events. I'm excited to continue growing my skills and contributing to creative projects in a collaborative environment.…Hi, I'm Abel Montes de Oca, a passionate visual media artist with a strong background in animation, graphic design, and video editing. I enjoy bringing stories to life through creative visuals and have directed and animated short films while working on projects involving character design and background illustration. I'm currently studying Visual Media at Nevada State University and have gained experience working with various teams, managing equipment, and coordinating events. I'm excited to continue growing my skills and contributing to creative projects in a collaborative environment.

Abel Montes de Oca

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Hi, I'm Abel Montes de Oca, a passionate visual media artist with a strong background in animation, graphic design, and video editing. I enjoy bringing stories to life through creative visuals and have directed and animated short films while working on projects involving character design and background illustration. I'm currently studying Visual Media at Nevada State University and have gained experience working with various teams, managing equipment, and coordinating events. I'm excited to continue growing my skills and contributing to creative projects in a collaborative environment.…Hi, I'm Abel Montes de Oca, a passionate visual media artist with a strong background in animation, graphic design, and video editing. I enjoy bringing stories to life through creative visuals and have directed and animated short films while working on projects involving character design and background illustration. I'm currently studying Visual Media at Nevada State University and have gained experience working with various teams, managing equipment, and coordinating events. I'm excited to continue growing my skills and contributing to creative projects in a collaborative environment.

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Hi, I’m Abel Montes de Oca, a passionate visual media artist with a strong background in animation, graphic design, and video editing. I enjoy bringing stories to life through creative visuals and have directed and animated short films while working on projects involving character design and background illustration.

I’m currently studying Visual Media at Nevada State University and have gained experience working with various teams, managing equipment, and coordinating events. I’m excited to continue growing my skills and contributing to creative projects in a collaborative environment.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

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Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Spanish; Castilian

Fluent

Work Experience

Equipment Manager at NSU Visual Media Keep

January 1, 2024 - Present

Worked alongside team members to manage and operate equipment in an organized manner. Guided and taught customers about equipment, solved technical problems, and set up equipment for various events.

Student Ambassador at NSU Sustainability Council

December 31, 2024 - July 10, 2025

Worked remotely and on site as an event coordinator and host. Managed social media accounts to promote sustainability knowledge to students and faculty. Led development of a website for the council.

Lead Background Designer at Freelance

January 1, 2025 - Present

Worked for the upcoming animated short film Krabus Exodus. Designed over 30 detailed sci-fi backgrounds, animated smoke for background shots, and contributed to overall creative design.

Director, Animator at Freelance

December 31, 2024 - July 10, 2025

Directed the short animated film Clownsburbia. Storyboarded, designed, and fully animated the short over several months. Illustrated 25 dynamic backgrounds and directed voice acting and music development, mastering character animation and movement.

Brand Ambassador at Promotions Plus

August 17, 2024 - August 20, 2024

Promoted the Cisco brand by working collaboratively with a team of ambassadors. Provided customers with help and directions while ensuring a safe and friendly environment.

Crew Member at Carl’s Jr.

December 31, 2022 - July 10, 2025

Worked alongside team members to serve customers effectively and speedily. Managed service appliances and ensured a clean environment for customers.

Ambassador for the Arts at NSU Office for the Arts

December 31, 2023 - July 10, 2025

Coordinated and hosted events to promote a pleasing environment for customers. Worked effectively with partners and managed multiple art exhibitions as a gallery assistant.