HELLO! I am a Rigger / Technical Artist / Generalist. My passion is to generate 3D assets that are animation ready (modeled, textured, rigged). I am transitioning from a previous career as a Geoscientist with 20 years of experience. Started as a Geophysicist and ended as International Manager. Since I was a little boy, I have been very passionate about CG: I grew up watching movies like Star Wars, ET, Toy Story, Shrek, and others. I always wanted to be part of creating such wonderful masterpieces! Sadly, being from where I am from, this is almost an unattainable dream: I was persuaded “to put it aside for “keeping it real” and “focusing on things in life that would yield to a decent living”. So, I studied something more “practical”: Geosciences. It was a very fulfilling journey and I really enjoyed it. It was technical and artistic; allowed me to travel and explore the world and work with intelligent people in the hunt for energy. However, my passion for CG and VFX always kept itching at me. When 2020 and the pandemic hit, it made everybody run checks and balances on their priorities. I asked myself: If I was to die today, what would I have regretted missing in life? CG came up towards the top of the list! So, I set my goals: Learn CG and become part of The Industry within the next three years. Become a Generalist in CG, trying to capitalize in my previous career skills. Someone who produces models that are rigged and ready for animation and production. THU represents a wonderful opportunity for me to learn from the world leading industries in CG. I am gathering a set of skills for Modeling, Rigging, Scripting, Texturing, Lighting and Rendering in Maya and other Industry-reference packages. I am still learning and taking classes. However, I believe that the general skillset I bring to the table would add value to your company or studio. Also, rest assured that my previous career experience, team playing, and soft skills not only would render a good fit but will ultimately bring good and positive value to your organization. I currently have the right to live and work without needing any kind of visa sponsorship in the United States and the European Union. I speak, read, and write English and Spanish fluently, Portuguese at a high level and French at a basic level.