Jorge Zambrano
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Jorge Zambrano recognized Venezuelan animator was born in Caracas
, Venezuela
in 1970. He finished his studies at the Central University of Venezuela, obtaining the degree of Bachelor of Arts, Film specialization, in the year 1999.
, where he met his master Felix Nakamura
, who would accompany during much of his career in Venezuela.
to organize several animation courses in ICREA (Training Institute for screenwriters and artists) and the Central University of Venezuela.
During 2008 and 2009 develop several illustrated material for Jakks Pacific
In 2005 he made 6 animated videos based on the successful book by Fabiana Malacarne "GOOD IDEA! Biotechnology for the youngest”, which was awarded the Honorable Mention scientist books at the second national prize book 2006 (Venezuela), the videos have had a successful broadcasts in different print media and audiovisual Venezuela, Argentina and Spain.
"DNA and Proteins" is an animation developed for the Museum of children in Caracas in 2007.
" (The observer) wider in audience of Venezuela. He Restructured the entire design team press, and becomes the first to use animations in Venezuela in three dimensions (3D) to represent facts news. In the same way creates together with Teo Castro “The Observer Junior" whose originality by integrating image live with cartoons, do one of the most popular programs from noon in Venezuela. This program won several awards during his stay on the air.
When he left RCTV, started again its activity in the production company M & R Independent Producers, with which develops animated television ads and animated presentations for TV programs, such as the popular program on Radio Caracas Television “Without Limit” who was on the air for nearly 2 years, “Peoples and Towns” broadcast as part of "El Observador
" of RCTV, among others.
His work in the States include an animated version of the “Chacal de la Trompeta” with the popular host Don Francisco
, in the Hispanic TV channel Univision
.
"International Animated Film Association".
In November 2008 was awarded by the Association of Marketing & Communication Professionals AMCP with the MarCom gold award, in the category Educational Video and also the same year was awarded with the Ava Award 2008 with the first place PLATINUM in two different categories; special effects and animation.
He received a nomination in 2008 as a semi-finalist in the illustration contest for the movie "Concrete Jungle" and his material was include in the DVD’s art gallery. This movie includes participation from the world-renown skateboard star Tony Hawk and is under the executive production of Quincy Jones III.
together with his daughter Rosa Nakamura, his next film "Love Underground" and "Rosaura on a Bike" this one in honor of his master Nakamura
.
Caracas
Caracas , officially Santiago de León de Caracas, is the capital and largest city of Venezuela; natives or residents are known as Caraquenians in English . It is located in the northern part of the country, following the contours of the narrow Caracas Valley on the Venezuelan coastal mountain range...
, Venezuela
Venezuela
Venezuela , officially called the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela , is a tropical country on the northern coast of South America. It borders Colombia to the west, Guyana to the east, and Brazil to the south...
in 1970. He finished his studies at the Central University of Venezuela, obtaining the degree of Bachelor of Arts, Film specialization, in the year 1999.
The Master
In the year 1989 he participated in the animation contest "Animathon" sponsored by the Canadian embassy in VenezuelaVenezuela
Venezuela , officially called the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela , is a tropical country on the northern coast of South America. It borders Colombia to the west, Guyana to the east, and Brazil to the south...
, where he met his master Felix Nakamura
Felix Nakamura
Felix Nakamura , was a latinoamerican animator. He was born in Peru from Japanese parents, he lived much of his life in Venezuela with his wife Isolina Nakamura and her daughter Rosa Nakamura...
, who would accompany during much of his career in Venezuela.
The Teacher
In the late 90's, Jorge Zambrano was recruited by Felix NakamuraFelix Nakamura
Felix Nakamura , was a latinoamerican animator. He was born in Peru from Japanese parents, he lived much of his life in Venezuela with his wife Isolina Nakamura and her daughter Rosa Nakamura...
to organize several animation courses in ICREA (Training Institute for screenwriters and artists) and the Central University of Venezuela.
Illustrations
In 1994 illustrated his first book "The Selfish Giant" with ALFADIL Publishing Company.During 2008 and 2009 develop several illustrated material for Jakks Pacific
Jakks Pacific
JAKKS Pacific, Inc. is a designer and marketer of toys and consumer products, with a range of products that feature numerous children's toy licenses...
Animator, Director and Producer
He develops several animated materials for the production company "CREATEL", also for the Video Games company "ALLOY 2027". Was hired by the “Foundation Magic Window” and produces for Ligia Vianchi, an animated short from the popular animated TV series "Magic Window," the episode "Foods that come and go" is among the short subjects of this well-known television series, which was disseminated in the different channels of Venezuela.In 2005 he made 6 animated videos based on the successful book by Fabiana Malacarne "GOOD IDEA! Biotechnology for the youngest”, which was awarded the Honorable Mention scientist books at the second national prize book 2006 (Venezuela), the videos have had a successful broadcasts in different print media and audiovisual Venezuela, Argentina and Spain.
"DNA and Proteins" is an animation developed for the Museum of children in Caracas in 2007.
Chief of Design at Radio Caracas Television
In 1999 he was hired in Radio Caracas Television RCTV as Section Chief of design in the vice presidency of information and special programs. There he renews and develops the image of the entire news called "El ObservadorEl Observador
El Observador is the Spanish language newscast of Radio Caracas Televisión . It is one of the first television news programs in Venezuela.-History:El Observador is one of the first television news programs in Venezuela...
" (The observer) wider in audience of Venezuela. He Restructured the entire design team press, and becomes the first to use animations in Venezuela in three dimensions (3D) to represent facts news. In the same way creates together with Teo Castro “The Observer Junior" whose originality by integrating image live with cartoons, do one of the most popular programs from noon in Venezuela. This program won several awards during his stay on the air.
When he left RCTV, started again its activity in the production company M & R Independent Producers, with which develops animated television ads and animated presentations for TV programs, such as the popular program on Radio Caracas Television “Without Limit” who was on the air for nearly 2 years, “Peoples and Towns” broadcast as part of "El Observador
El Observador
El Observador is the Spanish language newscast of Radio Caracas Televisión . It is one of the first television news programs in Venezuela.-History:El Observador is one of the first television news programs in Venezuela...
" of RCTV, among others.
In The States
In 2005, assuming the vice-presidency of MRZ Productions in Florida USA, where he continued his activity as a traditional animator and 3D.His work in the States include an animated version of the “Chacal de la Trompeta” with the popular host Don Francisco
Don Francisco
Don Francisco may refer to:*Don Francisco *Don Francisco *Don Francisco de Paula Marin, Hawaiian*Don Francisco...
, in the Hispanic TV channel Univision
Univision
Univision is a Spanish-language television network in the United States. It has the largest audience of Spanish language television viewers according to Nielsen ratings. Randy Falco, COO, has been in charge of the company since the departure of Univision Communications president and CEO Joe Uva...
.
Member
In 2008 he becomes a member of the prestigious animation association ASIFA-HollywoodASIFA-Hollywood
ASIFA-Hollywood, a non-profit organization in Los Angeles, California, USA, which is a branch member of the "Association Internationale du Film d'Animation" or "ASIFA"...
"International Animated Film Association".
Awards
Jorge Zambrano was hired in 1991 as an animator for the short "Ozone blue sky" from the directors Ana Eliza Misle and Yumei Silva, who was awarded the Special Jury Prize at the International Festival of national parks and protected areas. In that time develops several animations for Petrochemical company of Venezuela PEQUIVEN that explain how to develop the plastic. Same time to his studies of Art, serves as a producer of animated material for the main Venezuelan Oil Company, Petróleos de Venezuela and the Central Bank of Venezuela.In November 2008 was awarded by the Association of Marketing & Communication Professionals AMCP with the MarCom gold award, in the category Educational Video and also the same year was awarded with the Ava Award 2008 with the first place PLATINUM in two different categories; special effects and animation.
He received a nomination in 2008 as a semi-finalist in the illustration contest for the movie "Concrete Jungle" and his material was include in the DVD’s art gallery. This movie includes participation from the world-renown skateboard star Tony Hawk and is under the executive production of Quincy Jones III.
Personal Projects
Among his personal projects are the development of the website of his mentor and friend Felix NakamuraFelix Nakamura
Felix Nakamura , was a latinoamerican animator. He was born in Peru from Japanese parents, he lived much of his life in Venezuela with his wife Isolina Nakamura and her daughter Rosa Nakamura...
together with his daughter Rosa Nakamura, his next film "Love Underground" and "Rosaura on a Bike" this one in honor of his master Nakamura
Nakamura
-Places:*Nakamura, Kochi, a city in Japan*Nakamura-ku, Nagoya, a ward in Nagoya city in Aichi Prefecture, Japan...
.