Hello, I’m Diego B. Gleeson, 2D/3D /Hybrid Digital Animator based in Seattle WA.

I bring ideas to life

I design characters in 2D and 3D

I love to create animations and short films

Creative 2D/3D Animator and Digital Artist with expertise in Maya, Toon Boom, ZBrush, and After Effects. Experienced in character animation, modeling, storyboarding, video editing, and voice synchronization. Collaborative, adaptable, and self-driven, passionate about delivering high-quality, innovative animation projects for media, commercial, and creative audiences.

Residence USA
Freelance Available
Address Seattle, WA.
Phone (253)-378-4023 - (206-)403-8139
E-mail diegogleeson@animationscoutart.com

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Services

3D Animation

Animating your vision, frame by frame.

2D Animation

Animation that can create a distinct, memorable brand personality.

Logo Animation

The element that draws viewers' eyes.

Video Design / Edition

Imagination is like a giant stone from which we carve out new ideas.

Animatics & Storytelling

Key Skills

Maya

90%
After Effects / GarageBand

80
2D & 3D Animation

90%
Storyboarding / Character Design

90%
Video Editing

90%
Voice Acting / Dubbing

90%
Bilingual (Spanish / English)

80%

Education

Think Tank Training Centre – Vancouver, BC, Canada. Diploma in Computer Animation, Effects, and Game Design (Mar 2023 – Sep 2023) 3D animation, Maya, Motion Builder, 2D/3D drawing, portfolio production.

90%
Vancouver Institute of Media Arts – Vancouver, BC, Canada. Certificate in 3D Character Animation (Sep 2021 – Aug 2022) Character animation, visual storytelling, acting, demo reels.

90%
ESCENA Animation & Digital Arts – Mexico City, Mexico. Bachelor in 3D/2D Animation, Modeling, and Digital Video Editing (Sep 2013 – May 2017) Full animation pipeline, modeling, environments, digital cinematography.

90%
Historiem (2024): Professional voice recording, animation syncing, and performance refinement.

90%
Central Entertainment (2018–2019): Character voice interpretation, lip-sync, acting techniques.

90%
Magic Voices (2019–2020): Advanced dubbing techniques, timing, and character performance

90%
Voice Acting / Dubbing Training – Mexico.

90%

Experience

Profesional experience

MERCARUM S.A. de C.V. – Mexico City, Mexico. Video Editor & Translator (May 2018 – Mar 2021)
Edited and produced videos and animations for multiple topics.
Managed Spanish translations and subtitling.

Freelance projects

Tatta Chulha Restaurant – Vancouver, BC: Animated logo for social media (Feb–Mar 2023)

Fable Diner – Vancouver, BC: 2D holiday animations and short films for restaurant screens (Nov 2021)

Additional work experience

Wild Waves Theme & Water Park – Federal Way, WA: Seasonal Team Member (Mar 2025 – Present)

United Parcel Service (UPS) – Seattle, WA: Seasonal Driver Helper (Nov 2024 – Mar 2025)

The Salvation Army – Renton, WA: Volunteer, General Services (Jan 2024 – Apr 2024