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Bruno Amezcua

Bruno Amezcua

Previsualization Supervisor/ Film and Arts Industry

Toronto, Canada

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Bruno Amezcua's foray into the cinematic and visual arts landscape was inevitably shaped by his upbringing under the guidance of his grandfather. This notable film editor worked from the 1950s until the 1970s. This early exposure to film production and a range of fine arts instilled in him a profound love for storytelling, which has guided his professional path over the last 15 years across various innovative projects.

Currently recognized for his roles in significant projects such as "Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3" (2023), "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2" (2011), "Next Gen" (2018), and "Maya and the Three" (2021), Bruno has made his mark as a Hispanic-Canadian animator and director of camera units. His specialties include CG camera operations, photographic work in films, staging, storyboarding, classic illustration, and artistic drawing, significantly enriching narratives in film and television.

Bruno's process revolves around detailed previsualization and visual storytelling development, which is essential in helping filmmakers craft captivating narratives. He enjoys the collaborative aspect of his work, facilitating the realization of creative visions, and continues to engage in personal artistic projects rooted in his lifelong habits of drawing and creating stories.

Educationally, Bruno is highly accomplished. He graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana in Mexico City. He further refined his artistic abilities at the Museo Gregorio Prieto in Ciudad Real, Spain, a museum known for its vast collection, including works from artists like Picasso. He completed his education at Centennial College of Fine Arts and Technology in Ontario, Canada, graduating with honors in 2008. There, he received a scholarship for outstanding international students and achieved the highest academic score in his faculty, a testament to his dedication and skill.

These rich educational experiences and early life influences have made Bruno a skilled visual artist and storyteller. His career has involved collaborations with renowned directors and studios across brands like Blue Sky, Disney, Marvel, Netflix, and Amazon, further enhancing his professional stature.

Bruno's achievements include receiving three awards at the 2017 Daytime Emmy Awards for his animation and compositional work in "Lost in OZ: Extended Adventure." He has held key positions such as Second Unit Director of Camera/Previsualization for Netflix's "Next Gen" and Layout Supervisor at Tangent Animation, contributing to projects including "Disney Planes – Air Spectacular" and "Ice Age: The Great Egg-Scapade."

Bruno Amezcua continues his influential career as a Senior Previs Artist at The Third Floor studio in Los Angeles and as a Previs Supervisor at a videogame startup in Toronto. Beyond his professional endeavors, he dedicates time to developing his intellectual properties and crafting screenplays and character designs through storyboarding and cinematic editing.

He also contributes his talents to community service, supporting Autism Canada and the Friends In Toronto Community Service and producing comic book-style art for campaigns against gang violence in Toronto. Through both his artistic and philanthropic efforts, Bruno Amezcua demonstrates his commitment to his craft and his community.

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  • Arts

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  • Arts Industry

Bruno Amezcua

Previsualization Supervisor/ Film and Arts Industry

Toronto, Canada

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