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    croquetor@gmail.com
  • Phone

    +34 620987504
  • Location

    Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain

Who I'm I?

Juan Pardo, Art Director and Game Enthusiast

A versatile artist and leader with over 15+ years of experience in both creative and production aspects of the games and design.  I’m passionate about efficient problem-solving and thinking outside the box for fresh ideas. My skillset includes Art Direction, Team Leadership, Art Mentorship, 3D Art & Animation, Art Outsourcing, 2D Art, Storyboarding, Graphic Design, Motion Graphics, and even dabbling with AI.

I’m excited to collaborate and bring projects to life with a touch of innovation!

Notable Projects Projects

Senior VR Artist & Studio Founder
July 2023 - Current

Freelance artist and founder of a digital studio dedicated to immersive visual storytelling and architectural projects. Specializing in VR, interactive design, AI and strategic 3D solutions across games, architecture, and digital media.

Art Lead at TSG, Wrocław, Poland
March 2022 - June 2023

Led the art team for Deadlander, a mobile realistic shooter game set in a post-apocalyptic universe made in Unity Engine. Team leadership: 11 artists (concept, 2D, 3D, animators, technical, VFX)

Art Director, Naduku, Barcelona, Spain
May 2021 - March 2022

Directed art for Benevine, a multiplatform fantasy indie game developed in Unity for console game play. Team leadership: 7 artists, mentorship, production pipelines, documentation, milestones, and delivery tracking.

Art Director at GameHouse, Madrid, Spain
September 2018 - July 2020

Directed art for My Original Stories mobile game and consultant for Delicious Emily's Family Road Trip, developed in Unity Engine.

Lead 3D Artist at GameHouse, Barcelona, Spain
May 2015 - September 2018

Led the 3D team for Delicious World and several titles in the Delicious Emily franchise.

Lead Artist & Game Designerat Omnium Lab
May 2013 - Feb 2015

Maya · Game Development VR projects.

London Film Academy logo VFX ArtistVFX Artist at London Film Academy
2012-2013

FX Artist at London Film Accademy in charge of CGI Backgrounds for Melaka film pitch

Expertice & Solutions Expertice

Art Direction

Defining and elevating visual themes for immersive, cohesive game worlds.

Leadership & Collaboration

Fostering a collaborative atmosphere for effective teamwork and innovation.

VR/Interactive Design

Designing immersive VR experiences and interactive environments.

Visual Storytelling

Building emotional depth through powerful, evocative visual narratives.

Creative Consulting

Providing strategic advice to elevate projects from concept to execution.

Teaching & Mentoring

Mentoring creative talent and providing valuable insights through industry talks and workshops.

MY Portfolio Portfolio

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Testimonials Testimonials

Krzysztof Samborowski
Product Manager at Ten Square Games.

As an Art Lead, Juan always manages to find the sweet spot between quality and speed, delivering high-quality art pieces within tight deadlines. He is an excellent communicator who collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure that the artistic vision is aligned with project's goals. As a leader, Juan brings out the best in people. He was a mentor to many, and he fostered a positive and collaborative team environment that encouraged creativity and innovation, all while keeping the mood light with his witty humor.

Cieszyslawa Tichonow
Lead Game Producer at Ten Square Games

His diverse expertise in 2D and 3D art, combined with his professionalism and dedication, consistently results in outstanding work. Juan excels at balancing direction with collaboration, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that boosts team morale. His keen eye for detail, proactive approach, and ability to deliver high-quality results within budget make him an invaluable asset to any project. His leadership and consistently resulted in amazing outcomes that exceeded expectations.

Artur Wiernicki
Character Concept Artist at PixelAnt Games

I had the pleasure of working with Juan. Not only is Juan an excellent Art Leader for our team, but he's also a nice, down-to-earth, and open-minded person which makes him so easy to work with. Juan is always hands-on with everything that is going on in the project, providing clear, constructive feedback and is open to discussions and ideas from the team. He's respectful of his colleagues and their expertise, creating a collaborative and supportive work environment where everyone feels valued and appreciated.

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    Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain

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