Marlon Rivas

Marlon Rivas

Animation, Class of 2015

Marlon Rivas

Marlon Rivas, a seasoned visual effects artist and visualization generalist, has built an impressive career in Hollywood. A proud graduate of The Los Angeles Film School, Marlon holds both an associate and a bachelor’s degree in Animation. With over nine years in the industry, he has amassed 29+ credits, contributing to blockbuster films like Avatar: The Way of Water, Aquaman, and Netflix’s Rebel Moon (Parts 1 & 2). His journey from U.S. Army veteran to acclaimed VFX professional is a testament to his passion and perseverance.

Marlon’s foundation at The L.A. Film School played a crucial role in shaping his career. Under the mentorship of industry experts like Joffrey Black, Brian Bossin, and Daniel Fiske, he honed his technical and creative skills. His training proved invaluable when tackling complex projects, such as rigging the Demogorgon in Stranger Things 3.

“Don’t aim to be the best at just one thing; be versatile. It’s always a learning curve.”

His breakthrough came with Aquaman, his first major credit, which grossed over $1 billion worldwide. Marlon later joined the Avatar: The Way of Water team, fulfilling a lifelong dream of working on a James Cameron production. With each project, Marlon continues to push the boundaries of visual effects, solidifying his reputation as a top-tier artist in the industry.

Latest news featuring Marlon Rivas:

Marlon Rivas Interview at LAFS

Barrier Breakers with Animation Alum Marlon Rivas

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Animation alum Marlon Rivas has earned countless credits on major productions for post visualization and compositing work. From Stranger Things Season 4 to the highly anticipated release of Avatar: The Way of Water, Rivas has made a name for himself in the animation industry. Watch our full interview with Marlon Rivas in our latest Barrier Breakers video series.
Emmy Awards

Honoring the Largest Class of Alumni for Their Work on Emmy-Nominated Productions

We are proud to announce our alumni's contributions to this year's Emmy-nominated productions. This is the largest group of alumni to represent TV productions across networks including last year's breakout hit The White Lotus and this year's thrilling fourth season of Stranger Things. Four alumni were personally nominated for outstanding cinematography, picture editing and production design, and will be competing for individual awards. Read more.
Watchmen

Where to Stream Alumni Work

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LAFS Alumni have contributed to many popular TV shows and films. Here is where you can find them on major streaming platforms Our alumni network extends to many facets of the entertainment industry. From lighting technicians to digital…