Maurizio Curto, Specializing in Illustration, Art Direction and Entertainment. curtocreations.com

About

I strive to be creative, motivated and passionate in many areas of my job and life. People have told me that I am artistic in nature, and it shows through what I produce. From my illustration, design, art directing, or working on tv shows and games, I strive to excel at everything I do. I enjoy working with others, both learning and teaching, as well as keeping the team positive and focused, especially when things get stressful or challenging. I find it important to make work feel like something you look forward to doing and being a part of, because when you are enjoying what you do, that's when a person can deliver their best.

Experience

Curto Creations

May 2020 – Present

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Art Diretor

Developing an educational multimedia experience for kids. New initiative to inspire children to have a healthier lifestyle.

Ganz

Jul 2013 – Apr 2019

Vaughan, Ontario, Canada

Art Director

Directed and assisted with numerous interactive projects throughout the department. Primary responsibilities consisted of overseeing artistic elements, such as character and background designs, as well as supervising artists on style and consistency towards their projects. Collaborating with other departments, such as the development and quality assurance teams, I assisted towards coming up with solutions to produce a more user-friendly experience. While assisting the other teams, with both artistic and technical solutions, we were able to work in a collaborative and efficient environment. Appointed to overseeing deadlines, making sure quality of work was at its best, along with teaching and guiding artists to produce and create visually appealing artistic results.

Ganz

Feb 2006 – Jun 2013

Vaughan, Ontario, Canada

Senior Illustrator/Animator

Responsible for developing the artistic style and brand of Webkinz. Through my illustrations and designs, I worked on numerous products and interactive projects. Projects such as toy designs, website content, gaming experiences, marketing materials, and art assets for charity organizations. Produced a variety of animated projects, as well, which included: game and interface tutorials, online pet templates and music videos.

Urban Fairytales

May 2010 – Aug 2012

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Puppeteer & Co-Creator

Involved in plot development and assisting with theatre production of various fantasy nature related puppet shows for children. These shows were presented through a variety of venues such as festivals, fundraisers and private functions. Performed in many children’s live plays through the use of hand and string puppets; creating different personalities, character voices and animated expressions.

FYI On Demand

Jun 2002 – May 2004

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Lead Designer

Developed numerous branding products for clients. As well as presentation materials for client pitches and presentations. In charge of assisting with in-house printing and preparation of files for print. Working off both Mac and PC platforms.

Education

Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology

Jan 2000 – Jun 2002

Graphic Design

AGO Art Gallery of Ontario

Jun 1997 – Sep 1999

Advanced Illustration

Maurizio Curto

Specializing in Illustration, Art Direction and Entertainment. curtocreations.com

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