Saul Barreto
Saul Barreto
3d Artist - Senior CG Generalist
London, United Kingdom

Summary

Hello,
I'm a 3D Artist and Generalist with over 25 years of experience in the animation and VFX industry. My passion for computer graphics began back in 1982, when I first watched Tron. I was fascinated and knew right then that I wanted to create that kind of stuff when I grew up.
Back then in Spain, there were no 3D academies or structured paths into the industry, so I taught myself. I started out freelancing, creating small animations, flying logos, and 2D vector work using tools like 3ds Max, After Effects, and Photoshop. Over time, I worked for different advertising companies and transitioned into television animation, where I worked across nearly every stage of the 3D production pipeline, from modeling and look development to animation, lighting, and compositing.

As my career evolved, I dove deeper into lighting and compositing, taking on supervision roles in both areas. I’ve had the chance to contribute to various feature films, including Dogman, Spirit Untamed, How to Train Your Dragon: Homecoming, The Twits, and many more. Each project has helped me grow, not only in technical ability but also in understanding how to support a team and bring a director’s vision to life.
Although I find lighting and compositing incredibly rewarding, I still find asset creation, such as characters, hard-surface vehicles, and props absolutely fascinating. As a 3D Generalist, I’m committed to continually learning and improving across all aspects of the craft.

Skills

CompositingLook DevelopmentCharacter ModelingHard Surface ModelingLightingassets creation

Software proficiency

Blender
Blender
Houdini
Houdini
Maya
Maya
Substance 3D Painter
Substance 3D Painter
ZBrush
ZBrush
3DCoat
3DCoat
Nuke
Nuke
After Effects
After Effects
Photoshop
Photoshop
CorelDRAW Graphics Suite
CorelDRAW Graphics Suite
Gaea
Gaea

Productions

    • Movie
      Dogman
    • Year
      2024
    • Role
      Lighting and compositing supervisor
    • Company
      Jellyfish Pictures
    • Movie
      Spirit Untamed
    • Year
      2021
    • Role
      Lighting, Compositing and DMP Supervisor
    • Company
      Jellyfish Pictures
    • Movie
      How to Train Your Dragon: Homecoming
    • Year
      2019
    • Role
      Lighting and Compositing Supervisor
    • Company
      Jellyfish Pictures
    • Movie
      La Noria
    • Year
      2018
    • Role
      Additional technical support
    • Company
      Nightwheel Pictures.
    • TV Production
      Bitz and Bob
    • Year
      2018
    • Role
      Lighting and Compositing Supervisor
    • Company
      Jellyfish Pictures Ltd
    • TV Production
      Dennis and Gnasher: Unleashed
    • Year
      2017
    • Role
      Lead of Lighting
    • Company
      Jellyfish Pictures
    • TV Production
      Messy goes to Okido
    • Year
      2015
    • Role
      Head of Lighting
    • Company
      Squint/Opera
    • Movie
      Hiroku Defenders of Gaia
    • Year
      2013
    • Role
      Director
    • Company
      OEK
    • Movie
      La noche de los Feos
    • Year
      2006
    • Role
      Animation director
    • Company
      OEK