Lara Cochetel
About Lara Cochetel
Lara Cochetel is a designer with a background in computer graphics and fine arts. She has worked at various studios, including Guru Studio and Topix VFX, and has gained experience in roles such as CG Generalist, Character Designer, and Lighting Artist.
Current Role at Guru Studio
Lara Cochetel currently holds the position of Designer at Guru Studio, where she has been employed since 2020. Based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, she has accumulated four years of experience in this role. Her responsibilities include contributing to various design projects within the studio, leveraging her expertise in visual aesthetics and design principles.
Previous Experience at Guru Studio
Before her current role, Lara Cochetel worked as a Lighting Artist at Guru Studio from 2018 to 2020. During her two-year tenure, she focused on enhancing the visual quality of animated projects through effective lighting techniques. This role allowed her to develop her skills further in the animation and design industry.
Experience at Topix VFX, Animation & Design
Lara Cochetel served as a CG Generalist and Character Designer at Topix VFX, Animation & Design for seven months in 2017. Located in the Toronto region, her role involved creating and designing characters, contributing to the studio's visual storytelling efforts.
Internship Experience
Lara Cochetel completed internships at Cirkus in Auckland, New Zealand, and Mainframe in London, UK. Her internship at Cirkus lasted for two months in 2015, while her time at Mainframe was also two months in 2016. These experiences provided her with foundational skills in the animation and design sectors.
Education in Computer Graphics
Lara Cochetel studied at Supinfocom, where she earned a Master's degree in Computer Graphics and Graphism from 2012 to 2017. This five-year program equipped her with advanced knowledge and skills in computer graphics, which she applies in her professional work. Additionally, she studied Fine Arts and History of Fine Arts at Atelier Hourdé for one year in 2011-2012.