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Hi, I’m Vania Alban Zapata, a CG/VFX supervisor with 20+ years’ experience spanning Paris, London, New York and Los Angeles. I’ve worn the hats of CG generalist, VFX supervisor, consultant and mentor, gaining in‑depth knowledge of pre‑production prototyping, set supervision and post‑production. Along the way I’ve balanced 2D/3D generalist work with supervisory duties, and in the last decade I’ve focused on lighting and photography, as well as character development and animation direction.
I’ve led teams across major studios in multiple cities, from Sweet Dreams in London to Axis Animation, Technicolor VFX, Squint Opera, Unit VFX and Eight VFX. I’m passionate about strong artistry, collaboration and storytelling, and I enjoy mentoring, pre‑production prototyping, bidding and on‑set supervision, always aiming to elevate both the craft and the process.
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Language
French
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English
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Work Experience
Animation Free lance CG generalist at Sweet Dreams
February 1, 2024 - PresentFreelance CG generalist focusing on animation supervision and visual effects for London-based projects.
CG SUPERVISOR at Axis Animation
January 1, 2024 - September 14, 2025Led CG supervision for animation projects, coordinating previs/prototyping, lighting, and post workflows.
Film CG SUPERVISOR at Technicolor VFX
December 1, 2020 - September 14, 2025Oversaw film CG tasks, supervising pipelines and coordinating between preproduction and post.
Character development CG SUPERVISOR at Squint Opera
September 1, 2019 - September 14, 2025Focused on character development and animation direction within CG supervision.
Film CG SUPERVISOR at Unit VFX
July 1, 2018 - September 14, 2025Directed CG supervision for film projects, coordinating multiple teams.
CG/VFX SUPERVISOR, GENERALIST at Eight VFX
January 1, 2017 - September 14, 2025Contractual work across on-site, remote and shoot supervision; managed CG/vfx teams for advertising.
CG TUTOR at Escape Studios
October 1, 2016 - September 14, 2025Provided CG instruction and mentorship to aspiring artists at a leading London school.
REPRESENTED ARTIST at Happy Finish
September 1, 2013 - September 14, 2025Represented as CG artist and director for advertising projects in London.
CG SUPERVISOR at Absolute Post
June 1, 2009 - September 14, 2025Advertising CG supervision across projects in London and New York.
FX SUPERVISOR at Sony SCEE
April 1, 2007 - September 14, 2025Game development FX supervision for London-based projects.
SENIOR CG ARTIST at A52
October 1, 2005 - September 14, 2025Senior CG artist for advertising projects in Los Angeles.
VFX SUPERVISOR at Bermuda Shorts
April 1, 2005 - September 14, 2025VFX supervision for London advertising projects.
VFX SUPERVISOR at Creo
January 1, 2005 - September 14, 2025Film VFX supervision (London); earlier advertising work in LA.
SENIOR CG ARTIST at Creo
June 1, 2004 - September 14, 2025Advertising CG and generalist work in Los Angeles.
LEAD DYNAMICS at MPC
March 1, 2004 - September 14, 2025Lead dynamics role on London film projects.
SENIOR CG ARTIST at Method Studios
March 1, 2003 - September 14, 2025Advertising CG artistry in Los Angeles.
FX ARTIST at Duboi
September 1, 2001 - September 14, 2025Film FX artist in Paris.
CG/VFX SUPERVISOR, GENERALIST at Mac Guff
October 1, 2002 - September 14, 2025Advertising and film CG/VFX supervision and generalist work in Paris.
Animation Free-lance CG Generalist at Sweet Dreams
February 1, 2024 - PresentFreelance CG generalist providing animation, lighting and VFX support for projects.
Animation CG SUPERVISOR at Axis Animation
January 1, 2024 - October 16, 2025CG Supervisor overseeing animation pipelines, on-set supervision and team coordination for multiple projects.
Film CG SUPERVISOR at Technicolor VFX
December 1, 2020 - October 16, 2025CG Supervisor delivering high-end VFX for feature film projects; coordinating with departments to ensure delivery on schedule.
Character development CG SUPERVISOR at Squint Opera
September 1, 2019 - October 16, 2025Character development CG Supervisor focusing on look-dev and animation direction for key sequences.
Film CG SUPERVISOR at Unit VFX
July 1, 2018 - October 16, 2025CG Supervisor for film projects, overseeing CG pipelines and team collaboration.
CG/VFX SUPERVISOR, GENERALIST at Eight VFX
January 1, 2017 - October 16, 2025Contracted CG/VFX Supervisor and generalist across multiple advertising campaigns; led 2-5 strong teams.
CG TUTOR at Escape Studios
October 1, 2016 - October 16, 2025CG tutor teaching Maya, Nuke, Houdini, and related workflows to aspiring artists.
REPRESENTED ARTIST at Happy Finish
September 1, 2013 - October 16, 2025Represented CG artist providing client-facing and production support for advertising work.
Advertising CG SUPERVISOR at Absolute Post – London, New-York
June 1, 2009 - October 16, 2025CG Supervisor on advertising projects across London and New York.
FX SUPERVISOR at Sony SCEE
April 1, 2007 - October 16, 2025FX Supervisor for game development projects at Sony SCEE.
SENIOR CG ARTIST at A52
October 1, 2005 - October 16, 2025Senior CG Artist on advertising projects.
VFX SUPERVISOR at Creo
January 1, 2005 - October 16, 2025Film VFX Supervisor for London-based projects.
SENIOR CG ARTIST at Creo
June 1, 2004 - October 16, 2025Senior CG Artist on advertising projects.
LEAD DYNAMICS at MPC
March 1, 2004 - October 16, 2025Lead Dynamics on film projects at MPC London.
SENIOR CG ARTIST at Method Studios
March 1, 2003 - October 16, 2025Senior CG Artist for advertising projects.
FX ARTIST at Duboi
September 1, 2001 - October 16, 2025Film FX Artist on projects in Paris.
Advertising, CG/VFX SUPERVISOR, GENERALIST at Mac Guff
October 1, 2002 - October 16, 2025CG/VFX Supervisor, Generalist across advertising and film projects in Paris.
Freelance CG Generalist (Animation) at Sweet Dreams
February 1, 2024 - PresentFreelance CG generalist focusing on animation, lighting and look development; collaborated with directors and producers to prototype concepts, deliver shots, and maintain pipeline continuity.
CG Supervisor, Animation at Axis Animation
May 1, 2021 - January 31, 2024CG Supervisor for animation projects; leads cross-discipline teams (lighting, shading, layout) on broadcast and feature projects; performs pre-production prototyping, on-set supervision, and post-production reviews to ensure client satisfaction and timely delivery.
Film CG Supervisor at Technicolor VFX
October 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020Film CG Supervisor; oversees CG pipelines for feature work, coordinates with VFX supervisor and production, and mentors artists on pipeline best practices.
Film CG Supervisor at Unit VFX
December 1, 2017 - July 31, 2018Film CG Supervisor; led CG teams, supervised shot pipelines, and collaborated with production to meet creative and technical requirements.
Advertising CG/VFX Supervisor, Generalist at Eight VFX
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2017Contractual CG/VFX supervision and generalist work across multiple advertising campaigns; on-site, remote, and shoot supervision, leading 2-5 person teams.
CG Tutor at Escape Studios
May 1, 2014 - October 31, 2016CG Tutor; taught and mentored students in Maya, Nuke, Houdini and related software; supported pre-production prototyping and portfolio development.
Represented Artist at Happy Finish
April 1, 2012 - September 30, 2013Advertising CG artist representation; contributed to advertising campaigns from a CG and VFX perspective.
Advertising CG Supervisor at Absolute Post
April 1, 2007 - June 30, 2009Advertising CG Supervisor; oversaw CG/VFX for campaigns, managing pipelines and teams across projects.
FX Supervisor at Sony SCEE
March 1, 2006 - April 30, 2007FX Supervisor; game development FX supervision, contributing to FX pipelines and integration.
Film VFX Supervisor at Creo
August 1, 2004 - January 31, 2005Film VFX Supervisor; supervised visual effects for film projects, coordinating with production and CG teams.
Advertising Senior CG Artist at Creo
April 1, 2004 - June 30, 2004Advertising Senior CG Artist; contributed to CG and VFX work for advertising campaigns.
Lead Dynamics at MPC
March 1, 2003 - March 31, 2004Lead Dynamics; led simulation work and dynamics pipeline for film and advertisement projects.
Advertising, Generalist at Mac Guff
April 1, 1999 - October 31, 2002Advertising, Film CG/VFX Supervisor, Generalist; oversaw CG/VFX on advertising and film projects.
Freelance CG Generalist / Animation at Sweet Dreams
February 1, 2024 - PresentFreelance CG generalist and animation work with a focus on lighting, shading and integration for client projects; collaborated with directors and art department to deliver high‑quality visuals.
Animation CG Supervisor at Axis Animation
May 1, 2021 - January 31, 2024Led CG/Animation teams, oversaw pipelines and on‑set supervision; client facing and mentoring of junior artists to realise creative vision.
CG/VFX Supervisor, Generalist at Eight VFX
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2017Contractual work across on‑site, remote and shoot supervision; led 2–5 strong teams; contributed to multiple advertising projects.
Represented CG Artist & Director at Happy Finish
April 1, 2012 - September 30, 2013Represented as CG artist and director; contributed to multiple advertising projects and client engagements.
CG Supervisor / Generalist at Mac Guff
April 1, 1999 - October 31, 2002CG supervisor and generalist across advertising and film VFX; led teams and managed shot pipelines.
Senior CG Artist at Creo – London
August 1, 2004 - January 31, 2005VFX supervisor for film; oversaw look development and shot execution.
Senior CG Artist at Creo – Los Angeles
April 1, 2004 - June 30, 2004Advertising senior CG artist; contributed to large-scale commercial work.
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Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other, Software & Internet, Education
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