Lee Dufour
About Lee Dufour
Lee Dufour serves as the Creative Lead at Guru Studio, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in various roles within the studio, including character design and production supervision.
Work at Guru Studio
Lee Dufour has been serving as the Creative Lead at Guru Studio since 2019. In this role, Dufour oversees creative projects and leads the design team. Prior to this position, Dufour held various roles at Guru Studio, including Character and Prop Designer for 'Justin Time 3' for five months in 2015, Designer for 'Ever After High' from 2013 to 2014, and Talent Scout and Production Development from 2017 to 2018 for nine months. Dufour also worked as a Digital Ink and Paint Supervisor on 'The Breadwinner' from 2016 to 2017 and as a Character Design Supervisor for 'Ever After High' in 2014.
Education and Expertise
Lee Dufour studied at Sheridan College from 2005 to 2010, where Dufour developed foundational skills in animation and design. Dufour furthered education at Ryerson University from 2012 to 2015, focusing on advanced design techniques and creative leadership. This educational background supports Dufour's expertise in character design, production development, and creative direction within the animation industry.
Background in Animation
Lee Dufour began a career in animation with an internship at major studios in 2009, which lasted for three months. This early experience laid the groundwork for a successful career at Guru Studio, where Dufour has taken on multiple roles, contributing to various animated projects. Dufour's diverse experience in character design, production, and creative leadership reflects a strong commitment to the field of animation.
Career Progression at Guru Studio
Lee Dufour's career at Guru Studio showcases a steady progression through various roles. Starting as a Designer on 'Ever After High' in 2013, Dufour advanced to Character Design Supervisor in 2014, and later took on roles such as Character Design and Clean-Up Supervisor for the same series until 2016. Dufour's journey continued with positions in digital ink and paint supervision and talent scouting, culminating in the role of Creative Lead in 2019.