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Armando Soto Nieto 
3D Artist & Animator | Qro. México 
asoniet@gmail.com 
 
Summary 
3D Artist with over 20 years of experience in animation, lighting, and team leadership. Proven ability to 
deliver high-quality work on time, solve problems efficiently, and collaborate effectively in team 
environments. Passionate about storytelling and creating immersive visual experiences. 
 
Experience 
• Senior 3D Animator – Boxel Studio (2023) Disney Jr.: "Winnie the Pooh and Me & Mickey" 
Created high-quality animations following Disney’s artistic and technical standards. 
Collaborated with the animation team to meet project deadlines. 
• University Professor – Tec Milenio / UAQ (2021-2025) 
Taught courses in 3D animation and digital art. 
Mentored students in industry-standard software and animation techniques. 
• Senior 3D Animator & Lighting Artist – Imagination Films (2014-2020) Film: "Max" 
Animated and lit scenes for various productions. 
Worked closely with directors to enhance visual storytelling. 
• Animation Supervisor – Ánima Estudios (2014) Film: "Ana y Bruno" 
Led a team of animators to achieve the film’s artistic vision. 
Ensured quality control and adherence to production timelines. 
• Senior 3D Artist – Televisa Chapultepec (2012-2014) 
Developed 3D assets for television productions. 
Assisted in animation and post-production. 
• 3D Artist – Imagination Films (2007-2012) Film: "Z-baw" 
Modeled, textured, and animated characters and environments. 
Collaborated with the VFX team to enhance realism. 
• I/O Assistant – Ollin Studio (2005) Films: "KM 31", "Efectos Secundarios", "Fuera del Cielo" 
Assisted in rendering and data management for post-production. 
 
 
 
Education 
• Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Sciences & Techniques – UNID, Mexico (2001-2004) 
•  Professional Animation Diploma – Eunoia School, Mexico DF (2005) 
 
Awards & Achievements 
1st Place – 3rd Google-INAH Contest "Pon a México en el Mapa" (Category: Archaeological Sites 2012) 
 
Skills 
• 3D Animation & Rigging (Maya, Motion Builder) 
• ShotGrid (FPT)  
• Lighting & Rendering (Redshift)  
• Digital Art & Design (SketchUp, Photoshop, After Effects)  
• Audio Editing (Pro Tools, Adobe Audition)  
• Team Collaboration & Problem-Solving 
 
Languages 
Spanish – Native  
English – Intermediate 
 
Links 
Character animation reel 
MOCAP clean up reel 
Linkedin 


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Senior 3D Artist & Animator bringing over 20 years of experience in animation, lighting, and team leadership to the screen.

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A proven track record of delivering high-quality work on time, solving problems efficiently, and collaborating effectively in high-stakes production environments.

Link 1: 'Character Animation Reel' (URL: https://vimeo.com/1160937101). Link 2: 'MOCAP Clean Up Reel' (URL: https://vimeo.com/938518971). Use elegant text links with hover states or minimalist video thumbnail placeholders.

From high-quality keyframe animations for Disney Jr. to advanced MOCAP cleanup for feature films.

1. Boxel Studio (2023) - Senior 3D Animator for Disney Jr. 'Winnie the Pooh and Me & Mickey'. 2. Tec Milenio / UAQ (2021-2025) - University Professor. 3. Imagination Films (2014-2020) - Senior 3D Animator & Lighting Artist for 'Max'. 4. Ánima Estudios (2014) - Animation Supervisor for 'Ana y Bruno'. 5. Ollin Studio / Televisa - 3D Artist & I/O Assistant.

Two decades shaping visual narratives in film, television, and academia.

Skills: 3D Animation & Rigging (Maya, Motion Builder), Lighting & Rendering (Redshift), ShotGrid (FPT), Digital Art (Photoshop, After Effects, SketchUp). Awards: 1st Place - 3rd Google-INAH Contest 'Pon a México en el Mapa' (2012).

Industry-standard tools and award-winning execution.

Primary CTA: 'Get in Touch' (URL: mailto:asoniet@gmail.com). Social Link: 'LinkedIn Profile' (URL: https://www.linkedin.com/in/armand-soto). Secondary Link: 'Download Resume' (URL: https://s3.amazonaws.com/media-prod.butternut.ai/website_images/resume-image-upload/1775225991.8997018_Resume_Armando_Soto.pdf).

Available for new projects, leadership roles, and creative collaborations. Based in Qro. México.

Armando Soto Nieto

Passionate about storytelling and creating immersive visual experiences.

Selected Motion Work

Character Animation Reel

MOCAP Clean Up Reel

Selected Experience

Boxel Studio

Tec Milenio / UAQ

Imagination Films

Ánima Estudios

Ollin Studio / Televisa

Technical Arsenal & Awards

3D Animation & Rigging

Lighting & Rendering

Production Tracking

Digital Art

1st Place - 3rd Google-INAH Contest

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