Jonnathan Mercado

Jonnathan Mercado is a Senior Staff Environment Artist at Bend Studio since May 2021, previously serving as a Senior Environment Artist. Prior experience includes a role as a 3D Designer at Teachley from October 2016 to May 2021, where Jonnathan contributed to the development of mobile games and optimized asset production pipelines. Earlier positions include Lead CG Artist at Space Dwarves Entertainment and Lead Design Intern at Mobile AUG, with responsibilities ranging from managing creative teams to creating UI layouts and 3D content. Jonnathan began a career in 3D design through internships at Solidoodle and Federico Solmi, and holds a Master of Science in Digital Media from Drexel University and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Game Art and Design from The Art Institute of Washington-Northern Virginia.