Hello. My name is Elbert Diaz-Nolasco, and I'm pursuing an animation degree at California State University. I am currently in the pre-production stage of my thesis film, slated for completion in December 2025. At CSULA, I gained experience in AutoDesk Maya, Dragon Frame, Adobe After Effects, and Toon Boom Harmony Advanced, artistically speaking. I also ventured into other film departments, such as video editing and sound design, particularly in the summer of last year, to make sounds related to monster characters. With all said and done, my goal within the animation industry is to make sure I make a good living off of it but, most importantly, get the chance to showcase my talent as a lifetime can go by in an instant, and I'm no longer waiting to shoot my shot.