Andres Salvatierra, known online as Jase_3D_artist, is a 3D character artist whose portfolio includes work with global giants like Supercell, DreamWorks, and Epic Games on titles like Fortnite. But behind the highlight reel is a story of navigating burnout, culture shock, and the harsh realities of working in high-pressure creative industries.In this episode, Andy walks us through his artistic journey, from his first job in Korea to moving all over the globe to work in the animation and gaming industry. He shares how his early dreams of working at Pixar evolved as he faced toxic work environments, career missteps, and the mental toll of studio life.We explore the challenges of adapting to international studio culture, the importance of trusting your gut in client relationships, and how personal values can guide project choices. Andy opens up about work environments, invoicing mistakes, and how mentorship and feedback helped him grow from junior roles to leadership positions.He also reflects on the balance between paid gigs and passion projects, the impact of AI on the art world, and what success looks like when happiness, not clout, comes first.Whether you’re breaking into the industry or trying to stay sane within it, this conversation is a powerful reminder that creative careers are marathons, not sprints. And that fulfillment starts with protecting your peace.