monsalve mao
@monsalvemao
I create visual stories through illustration, graphic humor, and 2D animation for cultural, educational, and editorial projects.
MexicoWhat I'm looking for
I'm a Colombian illustrator, graphic cartoonist, and animator creating visual stories through illustration, humor, and 2D animation. My work spans animated films and short films, children’s illustrated books, editorial illustration, podcasts, documentaries, and cultural and educational projects.
I've worked as a creative producer at La Finka Studios, an independent illustrator and animation director, and a university animation instructor at Politécnico JIC. I bring experience directing, producing, and leading animation departments, supported by character design, storyboarding, creative direction, and motion graphics.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Animation Director
Independent
Jan 2017 - Present (9 years 8 months)
Animation director for independent projects, directing and leading animation productions.
Freelance Illustrator
Independent
Jan 2017 - Present (9 years 8 months)
Freelance illustrator working on various illustration and visual storytelling projects.
Creative Producer
La Finka Studios
Jan 2025 - Jan 2026 (1 year)
Creative producer at La Finka Studios, responsible for producing and leading creative projects.
University Animation Instructor
Politécnico JIC
Jan 2018 - Jan 2021 (3 years)
Instructor of animation at Politécnico JIC, teaching university-level animation courses.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
ESCENA
Specialization, 2D Animation
2024 -
Pursuing a 2D Animation Specialization at ESCENA from 2024 to 2026.
ESCENA
Bachelor's Degree, Illustration and Concept Art
2021 - 2024
Completed a Bachelor's Degree in Illustration and Concept Art at ESCENA from 2021 to 2024.
Politécnico JIC
Course, University Teaching
2020 - 2020
Completed a University Teaching Course at Politécnico JIC in 2020.
University of Medellín
Communication and Audiovisual Languages
2012 - 2017
Studied Communication and Audiovisual Languages at the University of Medellín from 2012 to 2017.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
MexicoAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
Job categories
Skills
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