About

Vanessa Batres

I am a 3D animator, comic book writer/artist, and character designer with expertise in 3D modeling, texturing, lighting, and illustration. Trained at the Art Institute of Dallas and the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), I have contributed to several short films, often expanding my skill set beyond assigned roles. Recognized by peers for diligence, adaptability, and quick learning, I bring both technical proficiency and creative storytelling to my work.

My passion lies in developing original characters, narratives, and animations, with an ultimate goal of producing my own animated series, Generation Defenders.

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Vanessa Batres

3D Animator

Education:

Art Institute of Dallas:

Studied 2D Animation and 3D Animation

2017-2019

Savannah College of Art and Design

Bachelor Degree of Fine Arts

Graduated in 2025

Skills

Leadership

Maya Software

Illustrator

Photoshop

After Effects

MS Office Suite

3D animation

3D modeling

Storyboarding

Texturing

Lighting

Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Occupational Goal

Creative and experienced 3D animator with a Bachelor's in Fine Arts from the Savannah College of Art and Design seeking to obtain a position within an animation studio to showcase and develop my skill sets. Utilizing my organizational talent to meet deadlines as well as my dedication to project guidelines, to bring forth outstanding graphic designs. Proficient in multiple programs, including but not limited to Maya, Illustrator, and After Effects.

Work Experience

Iwanciw Functional Funware

Lead Animator, 3D modeler, Texture Artist

January 2025-April 2025

● Lead animator for the full project

● Responsible for organizing meetings

● Created and responsible for the production logbook

● Assisting other interns with any needed help.

Yesterday

Animator, Texture Artist, Lighter

September 2023-May 2024

● Animated one shot in Maya

● Texture artist for 8 3D models in Substance Painter

● Lighter for 2 shots in Maya

● Tested out the character rigs in Maya

● Layout revisionist for 5 shots in Maya

Zerk

Animator, Concept Artist

September 2023-March 2024

● Character animator on 2 shots in Maya

● Layout revisionist for 4 shots in Maya

● Designed 3 sign fonts for cafes and restaurants in Photoshop ● Winner of Best Narrative Short of Animated Baltimore International Black Film Festival 2024

La Chancla

Director, Animator, Texture Artist, 3D Modeler

January 2023-May 2023

● Director for short

● Animated whole short in Maya

● Modeled 4 pieces of furniture in Maya

● Textured artist for 8 pieces of furniture in Substance Painter