17/10/2023
Meet Joma๐จ: Our Managing Director for Marketing and Creative Director ๐
Joma is a distinguished alumnus of the University of Santo Tomas and the creative mastermind behind our artistic endeavors at Red Door Animation. Notably, Joma is the talented husband of Joey Santiago, an artistic duo that inspires and captivates.
Joma's artistic journey has been nothing short of remarkable, with his talents evident from a young age when his work dazzled audiences in the prestigious Shell Arts Competition of 1989. ๐๏ธ๐
Following his educational pursuits, Joma embarked on a career at the Philippines' largest animation studio, where he began as a Clean-Up/In-Betweener and, with unwavering determination, climbed the creative ladder to become an Animator and, eventually, a Key Animator. ๐ฅ๐ฌ
Subsequently, he ventured into a new creative realm by joining a local studio renowned for producing Disney animated shows. Here, his artistic prowess shone brightly as he embraced the roles of Animator and, notably, Lead Animator. His indomitable spirit graced beloved projects such as Fox and the Hound 2, Kronk's New Groove, and even made a mark with his contributions to Character Animation for King Triton in Little Mermaid 3. ๐งโโ๏ธ๐ฆ
Yet, Joma's creative horizons extended beyond animation. He delved into the realms of design and storyboarding, crafting captivating visual narratives for advertising agencies and local cinematic gems. Notably, he played a crucial part in a team that breathed life into an animated feature, nurturing it from initial design concepts to the enthralling world of storyboards for an Independent International Producer. ๐จ๐ฝ๏ธ
His artistic tapestry expanded further as he took on the role of a senior 2D Concept Artist in a Game Studio, igniting the imagination with Fantasy-Themed concept art for an eagerly awaited online gaming sensation. ๐ฎ๐
Now, as our Managing Director for Marketing and Creative Director at Red Door Animation, Joma Santiago brings his boundless creativity and passion to redefine our artistic landscape. We are excited to witness his artistic journey unfold and to explore new realms of imagination under his guidance. ๐ช๐