I'm Samira, a Mexican animator and director focused on 2D and 3D animation, character design, and visual storytelling. I love leading creative and technical teams, building pipelines, and delivering polished sequences under tight deadlines. My work includes directing the Hanabi short at Tecnológico de Monterrey and co-directing/producing Stories, as well as creating Lily, all of which strengthened my collaborative, hands-on approach to production. I'm currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Animation and Digital Art at Tecnológico de Monterrey_Phone details not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_) and advancing through a Diploma at Wisom House (2025 - Current). I’m passionate about turning ideas into engaging visuals and collaborating with producers to synchronize visuals with music and narrative across platforms.

Samira González Salas

I'm Samira, a Mexican animator and director focused on 2D and 3D animation, character design, and visual storytelling. I love leading creative and technical teams, building pipelines, and delivering polished sequences under tight deadlines. My work includes directing the Hanabi short at Tecnológico de Monterrey and co-directing/producing Stories, as well as creating Lily, all of which strengthened my collaborative, hands-on approach to production. I'm currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Animation and Digital Art at Tecnológico de Monterrey_Phone details not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_) and advancing through a Diploma at Wisom House (2025 - Current). I’m passionate about turning ideas into engaging visuals and collaborating with producers to synchronize visuals with music and narrative across platforms.

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I’m Samira, a Mexican animator and director focused on 2D and 3D animation, character design, and visual storytelling. I love leading creative and technical teams, building pipelines, and delivering polished sequences under tight deadlines. My work includes directing the Hanabi short at Tecnológico de Monterrey and co-directing/producing Stories, as well as creating Lily, all of which strengthened my collaborative, hands-on approach to production.

I’m currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Animation and Digital Art at Tecnológico de Monterrey_Phone details not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_) and advancing through a Diploma at Wisom House (2025 - Current). I’m passionate about turning ideas into engaging visuals and collaborating with producers to synchronize visuals with music and narrative across platforms.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Beginner
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Director at Tecnológico de Monterrey (Hanabi Short Film)
January 1, 2022 - Present
Conceptualized the story, character design, and visual style for the 2D animated short Hanabi. Led and motivated a creative and technical team, defined a project pipeline, supervised all production stages, and animated sequences under tight deadlines. Served as Background Artist and Concept Artist; the short won 2nd place at the Final Frame Awards (2022).
Junior 3D Animator at Imagica
January 1, 2022 - Present
Optimized 3D animation with plug-ins. Developed a customized pipeline to improve efficiency and quality in animations. Recorded and analyzed references to ensure visual consistency. Collaborated with the team to meet standards and timelines. Adapted to remote work, effectively managing communication and time.
Co-director and Producer of 2D & 3D Animated Short Film Stories at Tecnológico de Monterrey (Stories)
January 1, 2024 - Present
Created the critical path or pipeline for the short film. Supervised the production process. Coordinated the creative and technical team. 2D Animation of sequences within a tight deadline. Short film awarded an honorable mention at the Final Frame awards, Tecnológico de Monterrey (2022).
Creator of Short Film Lily at Independent Project
January 1, 2024 - Present
Created, developed, and produced an original 2D animated short film. Conceived the idea, script, and storyboard, ensuring narrative and visual coherence. Designed characters, backgrounds, and props while maintaining stylistic consistency. Managed the complete production pipeline from pre- to post-production. Developed strong self-management, discipline, and problem-solving skills.
Social Service at Asilo Las Elodias A.C. | Tecnológico de Monterrey
January 1, 2023 - Present
Creation of Storybeats for the promotion and support of Asilo Las Elodias. Coordination of the creative team to generate a cohesive visual style. Character creation and illustration.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Animation and Digital Art at Tecnológico de Monterrey
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Diploma at Wisom House
January 1, 2025 - October 20, 2025

Qualifications

Final Frame Award - Best 2D Animation Show Reel
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Final Frame Award - Best Character Rig
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Final Frame Award - Best Art Installation
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Final Frame Award - 2nd Place Short Film (Stories)
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Final Frame Award - Honorable Mention
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet