I am a Senior Animator with 8+ years of feature film experience. I possess strong technical skills and a solid understanding of traditional animation principles. My work has been nominated for the VES Award Outstanding Animated Character in a Live Action Motion Picture and appeared in films including the Academy Award Winning Happy Feet and Disney’s Alice in Wonderland.
My main goal is to enjoy what I do, contribute on fun and challenging projects, and work with talented teams composed of great people from all backgrounds.
Skills
Expertise with Maya, Houdini and other proprietary animation software.
In-depth knowledge of film and CG production processes.
Strong application of animation principles and work methods in finding solutions to meet required quotas.
Effectively communicate and collaborate with different departments in executing a shot/sequence.
Excellent storytelling and acting skills in communicating simple ideas that develop character mood and emotion.
Proficient with Linux and shell scripting.
Career Highlights
Nominated for VES Award Outstanding Animated Character in a Live Action Motion Picture (G-Force).
Lead Animator for Yacht Sequence in Visual Effects Academy Award Nominated Superman Returns.
Animated on Visual Effects Academy Award Nominated Alice in Wonderland.
Animated on Academy Award Winning Films Golden Compass and Happy Feet.
Mentored in an Internship Program preparing animators for a film production.
Provided technical support and lectured classes on using Side Effects Houdini program.
Programs
Autodesk Maya
Side Effects Houdini
Voodoo Proprietary Animation Software
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe After Effects
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
“Ryan was our lead animator for the yacht destruction sequence on Superman Returns. He demonstrated his keen aesthetic sense as a great compliment to his technical chops. The success of this sequence is due in large part to Ryan's dedication and hard work.”
− Mike O'Neal, VFX Supervisor, Rhythm & Hues
“Ryan is a very talented animator with a strong knowledge of physical action and acting. On G-Force, Ryan was one of the "go-to" animator's for key scenes and always set the bar high for the rest of the crew. Ryan would be a welcome addition to any project looking for top-notch talent.”
− Michael Beaulieu, Lead Animator, Sony Pictures Imageworks
“Ryan is a keen animator. His skills grew quickly on G-Force, and he very early became an artist I relied on to complete work normally reserved for some one more senior. He takes direction enthusiastically and is a pleasure to work with.”
− Troy Saliba, Animation Director, Sony Pictures Imageworks
