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Gustavo Hemstreet

Animator

Gustavo Hemstreet

  • Location: Burbank, California
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    Mission / Career Statement

    Hi! I'm a previs artist, 3D animator, and CG generalist from LA. A grad with distinction from ArtCenter '26, I've worked on several animated shorts, and am eager to join teams on series and features!

      Education

    • Degree/Certificate: Bachelors of Science in Entertainment Design (Animation track, Graduation with Distinction)
    • School/Program: ArtCenter College of Design
    • Graduation Date: 2026
    • Degree/Certificate: Individual Study
    • School/Program: Gnomon School of Visual Effects
    • Graduation Date: 2025

      Professional Skills

    • Technical Skills: Adobe Premier Pro, Unreal Engine, Maya, Adobe Suite, Video Editing, Toon Boom Storyboard Pro
    • Professional Skills: Previs/Layout; 3D Animation; CG Generalist; Production Management; Teaching
    • Languages Spoken: English

      Experience

      Top 3 Experiences

    • Freelance Previs Artist, 2023-Present
    • Themed Entertainment Association- Member, ArtCenter Chapter, 2023-26
    • ASIFA-Hollywood- Student Member, 2025-26

      • Work Experience + Apprenticeships

    • Company: Freelance
      Position: Previs Artist
      Year(s): 2023-Present
      Description: Developed high-quality previs sequences for multiple animated shorts, translating story concepts into clear, cinematic visual storytelling from rough blocking through refined shots. Collaborated closely with directors, editors, and cross-functional teams to iterate on shot design, staging, and timing in a fast-paced production environment. Utilized Autodesk Maya as primary previs tool, with additional experience in Unreal Engine and Adobe Premiere for real-time visualization and editorial refinement.
    • Company: ArtCenter College of Design
      Position: Teaching Assistant- Previs 1 with Prof. Terry Moews, Rich Turner
      Year(s): 2024-26
      Description: Mentored students in cinematic storytelling, camera language, and shot composition, reinforcing principles of staging, lensing, and movement used in professional previs workflows. Helped students troubleshoot rigging, scene setup, and technical issues, improving workflow efficiency and reducing production bottlenecks. Reinforced best practices for file organization, version control, and pipeline awareness in a team-based production setting
    • Company: ArtCenter College of Design
      Position: Teaching Assistant- Computer Animation 2 with Prof. Yuriko Senoo
      Year(s): 2026
      Description: Supported instruction in 3D animation fundamentals, including timing, spacing, weight, and character performance. Demonstrated industry-standard workflows using Maya to reinforce classroom concepts. Encouraged creative growth by guiding students in developing polished shots for reels and final projects.
    • Company: ArtCenter College of Design
      Position: Peer Coach- Entertainment Design Dept.
      Year(s): 2026
      Description: Mentored artists across layout, previs, animation, and lighting, reinforcing cinematic storytelling principles including shot composition, staging, and camera movement. Supported cross-disciplinary development in modeling, rigging, sculpting, and animation, strengthening overall scene functionality and shot execution. Mentored students in production management and time management, improving their ability to meet deadlines and deliver polished work under pressure

      • Awards + REcognitions

    • Eagle Scout (2018)- Boy Scouts of America
    • Order of the Arrow (2018)- Boy Scouts of America