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Here is a little collection of events I had the pleasure of participating in!
Feel free to reach out if you would like me to participate in an event, I would love to take part!
Talks in the past have included: "Portfolio Essentials", "Character Animation Bootcamp", "Working in Film", "Animating under Pressure"... and many more! as well as participating in panels and hosting them as Moderator.
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Here is a collection of some newspapers and events I have had the honour to participate in!
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VIEW CONFERENCE 2025 Speaker
Talk, Panel and Portfolio Reviews with CG101

30 UNDER 30 - Bournemouth University
Bournemouth University's "30 Under 30" is an annual campaign to recognize and showcase alumni who are 29 and under and are making a significant impact in their careers

Movement Symposium 2025
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49 Annie Awards - Jury 2025
Jury Member for the ASIFA-Hollywood 52nd Annie Awards

Y tu como estas? - Interview with Julio Di-Bella Roldan

Alcala la Real Noticias - Newspaper Article 15/Jan/2025

BFX Festival Speaker 2024
BFX Speaker
TALK:
"Portfolio Essentials" and "Working in a Feature Film"
Portfolio Live reviews for the BFX Festival by Bournemouth University 2024
TALK:
"Portfolio Essentials" and "Working in a Feature Film"
Portfolio Live reviews for the BFX Festival by Bournemouth University 2024


Access VFX Podcast Ep:409
E-Mentoring Special, LIVE from Rainbow Conference 2024


Rainbow Conference 2024
Panel Discussion Moderator
Panel Discussion - Empowering Journeys: Inspiring the Next Generation
About the Panel Discussion
In an industry which is constantly changing, the path to success can often seem daunting. This panel will close the Rainbow Conference with an inspiring discussion that highlights the empowering journeys of four members of our industry. They will share their stories of overcoming challenges, embracing their unique perspectives, and thriving in the CGI industry. We aim to make our attendees feel a renewed sense of possibility, practical advice, and motivation to pursue their paths in the world of CGI.
Please keep in mind the information below:
Members can access all DAY 2 conference sessions with their member ticket. General Admission tickets will have either an evening or afternoon session, and you are only allowed entry during the time specified on your ticket. You can book a ticket for the evening session and a ticket for the afternoon session, so ensure you check the schedule to select the correct ones.
All tickets are FREE. Please be aware that entry to the Screening room is on a first-come, first-served basis as there is limited capacity. Members have priority entry to the Screening room.
Consider getting a membership from just £20 a year to get access to all our membership benefits, and to support our events now and in the future
Panel Discussion - Empowering Journeys: Inspiring the Next Generation
About the Panel Discussion
In an industry which is constantly changing, the path to success can often seem daunting. This panel will close the Rainbow Conference with an inspiring discussion that highlights the empowering journeys of four members of our industry. They will share their stories of overcoming challenges, embracing their unique perspectives, and thriving in the CGI industry. We aim to make our attendees feel a renewed sense of possibility, practical advice, and motivation to pursue their paths in the world of CGI.
Please keep in mind the information below:
Members can access all DAY 2 conference sessions with their member ticket. General Admission tickets will have either an evening or afternoon session, and you are only allowed entry during the time specified on your ticket. You can book a ticket for the evening session and a ticket for the afternoon session, so ensure you check the schedule to select the correct ones.
All tickets are FREE. Please be aware that entry to the Screening room is on a first-come, first-served basis as there is limited capacity. Members have priority entry to the Screening room.
Consider getting a membership from just £20 a year to get access to all our membership benefits, and to support our events now and in the future


Access VFX x Speakers for Schools 2024
Introducing students aged 14-19 to "Portfolio Essentials", sharing a bit about my journey as a 3D animator, and the work we do at London ACM SIGGRAPH.

NextGenAcademy speaker 2024
VFX Show and Tell speaker to introduce animation to upcoming talent

VFX Hangout #5 Festival Speaker 2024
VFX Hangout Speaker "Animating the Future: Journeying Through 3D Animation": Insights into industry trends, collaboration, and personal growth, and unveil the power of efficient animation in the ever-evolving landscape of animation workflows
including Education and AI.
Online conference by Static VFX Studio
including Education and AI.
Online conference by Static VFX Studio


International Womans Day Speaker 2024
Internatial Womans Dy speaker by World VFX Day

View Awards Jury Member 2024
Jury Member for the short film competition by View Conference 2024

BFX Festival Speaker 2023
BFX Speaker
"Portfolio Essentials" and Portfolio Live reviews for the BFX Festival by Bournemouth University 2023
"Portfolio Essentials" and Portfolio Live reviews for the BFX Festival by Bournemouth University 2023

Short film featured "Gaia" - Role: Director
The evening will start with an exclusive screening of multiple award-winning eco-friendly shorts, followed by an insightful panel discussion (plus Q&A) with industry experts and climate activists.
Short: "GAIA"
Short: "GAIA"

The View Conference - Speaker 2023
Moderator on Panel: "Filmmaking's role in healing our planet"

The View Conference - Speaker 2023
Panelist on Panel: "How to stay positive in the industry"

Guess Speaker at Bournemouth University 2023
Masterclass focused on the Junior Animator tips and tricks that I used on my first job. Animation demo class about different workflows and animation tools

Guess Speaker at University of Greenwich 2022
An online talk about my journey in 3D Animation, the industry, and tips and tricks on getting started

BFX 2022 - Speaker
Animator's survival guide. Masterclass about 3D Character Animation. Focused on skills for graduates and junior animators

BFX 2022 - Speaker
University Survival kit talk

The View Conference - Speaker 2022
Graduating After a Pandemic - From Student to Animator
This presentation showcases the journey of a recent graduate, and offers an insight into her journey from student to professional animator. Learning about her first job experience in fully remote, and hybrid working environments. She shares her tips and tricks on growing within the workplace. And, she will be presenting Blue Zoo recruitment tips and tricks as well as an introduction to London SIGGRAPH.This presentation showcases the journey of a recent graduate, and offers an insight into her journey from student to professional animator. Learning about her first job experience in fully remote, and hybrid working environments. She shares her tips and tricks on growing within the workplace. And, she will be presenting Blue Zoo recruitment tips and tricks as well as an introduction to London SIGGRAPH.
This presentation showcases the journey of a recent graduate, and offers an insight into her journey from student to professional animator. Learning about her first job experience in fully remote, and hybrid working environments. She shares her tips and tricks on growing within the workplace. And, she will be presenting Blue Zoo recruitment tips and tricks as well as an introduction to London SIGGRAPH.This presentation showcases the journey of a recent graduate, and offers an insight into her journey from student to professional animator. Learning about her first job experience in fully remote, and hybrid working environments. She shares her tips and tricks on growing within the workplace. And, she will be presenting Blue Zoo recruitment tips and tricks as well as an introduction to London SIGGRAPH.

49 Annie Awards - Jury 2022
Jury Member for the ASIFA-Hollywood 49th Annie Awards


BFX Mentor Animation 2022
BFX is the UK's largest computer game and animation festival. As part of this year's event, students will create animated work to support three charities - Firmitude, Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority, and Planet Purbeck Youth Group.
Over the course of nine-weeks, the students will be able to meet with industry mentors who are all BU alumni. As they develop their short animated pieces they will receive insight, guidance and support across various technical areas.
[...] Also returning to mentor students again this year is Brenda Ximena Roldan Romero, Animator at Blue-Zoo, who will guide students through sessions focused on developing character animation.
Over the course of nine-weeks, the students will be able to meet with industry mentors who are all BU alumni. As they develop their short animated pieces they will receive insight, guidance and support across various technical areas.
[...] Also returning to mentor students again this year is Brenda Ximena Roldan Romero, Animator at Blue-Zoo, who will guide students through sessions focused on developing character animation.























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