Bruno Amezcua embarked on his artistic journey, influenced heavily by his grandfather, a notable film editor from the 1950s to the 1970s. He introduced him to the nuances of film production and fine arts. This early inspiration was pivotal in shaping his passion for visual storytelling, prompting him to pursue a formal education in the arts and undertake numerous projects over his 15-year career span. He, a Hispanic-Canadian, has made significant contributions to the film industry as an animator and camera unit director. His expertise spans CG camera and photography, staging, storyboarding, classic illustration, and artistic drawing. Bruno, a Hispanic-Canadian animator and camera unit director, has made significant contributions to several high-profile projects, including “Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3” (2023), “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2” (2011), and “Next Gen” (2018). His expertise encompasses CG (computer-generated) camera and photography for film and television, along with staging, storyboarding, classic illustration, and artistic drawing. He enjoys the collaborative process, working closely with filmmakers to bring their creative visions to fruition. His endeavors include drawing and writing his own stories, a passion rooted in his childhood. Bruno's education is as rich as his experience. He obtained a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana in Mexico City. Further, he honed his skills in life drawing at the Museo Gregorio Prieto in Ciudad Real, Spain. He continued his studies at Centennial College of Fine Arts and Technology in Ontario, Canada, graduating with honors in 2008. There, he earned a scholarship for Outstanding International Student and achieved the highest academic score in the Faculty of Communications, Media & Design, benefiting from the college's strong emphasis on integrating high-end digital art with classical art training. His early exposure to the arts and comprehensive education has been instrumental in his development as a professional visual artist and storyteller. He has worked closely with notable studios such as Blue Sky, Disney, Marvel, Netflix, and Amazon, enhancing various projects with his visual and storytelling skills. Bruno Amezcua's career achievements are notable. In 2017, he was recognized at the Daytime Emmy Awards with three acknowledgments for his roles in animation, layout, and lighting/compositing for his work on "Lost in OZ: Extended Adventure." He has held significant roles as the second unit director of camera/previsualization in Netflix's "Next Gen" and layout supervisor at Tangent Animation, where he collaborated with industry giants. Presently, Bruno thrives as a Senior Previs Artist at The Third Floor studio in Los Angeles, California, and as a Previs Supervisor at a videogame startup in Toronto, Ontario. His career also includes time spent as a Senior Layout Artist at Industrial Brothers and work on projects like "Disney Planes – Air Spectacular" and "Ice Age: The Great Egg-Scapade." Bruno also dedicates time to developing his intellectual property, writing screenplays, and designing characters. His commitment extends beyond professional endeavors; he contributes to causes like Autism Canada and Friends In Toronto Community Service and produces art to combat gang violence in Toronto. Bruno Amezcua's rich and varied career is a testament to his deep commitment to the arts and community. It reflects his values and the influence of his early mentorship under his grandfather.
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