Francisco Javier Molina, a multifaceted individual, born in the year 1986, in the vibrant city of Quito, Ecuador, has carved out a remarkable reputation for himself as a versatile professional, exceling in various fields, including engineering, acting, and media art.
With a solid educational foundation in telecommunications engineering from the prestigious Army Polytechnic School in Quito, Ecuador, Molina has continuously broadened his skill set, developing expertise in a diverse range of areas, including virtual reality, motion capture, interactive installations, performance art, and experimental film.
Molina's thirst for knowledge drove him to relocate to the vibrant city of New York, where he enrolled in the esteemed NYU School of Engineering, simultaneously pursuing a minor in acting at the illustrious HB Studio under the tutelage of the renowned Uta Hagen.
As a result of his academic pursuits, Molina has been actively engaged in various endeavors at NYU MAGNET, where he has been instrumental in researching the vast and rapidly evolving fields of Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) technologies.
In addition to his research, Molina has also been involved in teaching motion capture workflow for virtual reality applications, demonstrating his expertise and passion for the subject matter.
Through his work at NYU MAGNET, Molina has not only honed his skills in these cutting-edge technologies but has also contributed to the advancement of knowledge in the field, solidifying his position as a rising star in the world of engineering and technology.
Molina is actively pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy degree at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where he is delving into the intricate intersection of ritual performance and immersive media. This interdisciplinary focus has enabled him to explore the vast expanse of creative expression, venturing beyond the confines of traditional performing arts to pioneer innovative and unconventional forms of performance art.
Molina's illustrious career has been marked by his extraordinary capacity to harmoniously conflate his fervent enthusiasm for performance with his profound understanding of technology, thereby yielding innovative and engaging art forms that captivate and mesmerize audiences of all backgrounds and demographics.
