Micah Henrie
About Micah Henrie
Micah Henrie is a VFX Lookdev Technical Director at Laika, LLC, where he has worked since 2017. He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Brigham Young University and has extensive experience in various technical roles within the visual effects industry.
Work at LAIKA
Micah Henrie has been employed at LAIKA, LLC since 2007. He currently serves as a VFX Lookdev Technical Director, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he focuses on the visual effects look development for various projects. Prior to this, he worked as a VFX Pipeline Technical Director from 2008 to 2017, where he contributed to the development and management of the visual effects pipeline. His initial role at LAIKA was as a Research + Development Technical Director from 2007 to 2008, where he was involved in innovative projects.
Education and Expertise
Micah Henrie studied at Brigham Young University, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in visual effects and technical direction. His expertise encompasses various aspects of VFX, including look development and pipeline management, which are critical for the production of animated films.
Background
Before joining LAIKA, Micah Henrie worked at Daz 3D as a Generalist from 2000 to 2003. This role allowed him to gain experience in multiple facets of 3D modeling and animation, contributing to his skill set in the visual effects industry. His career trajectory reflects a commitment to advancing his technical skills and expertise in visual effects.
Career Timeline
Micah Henrie's career in visual effects began at Daz 3D, where he worked from 2000 to 2003. He then transitioned to LAIKA in 2007, initially serving as a Research + Development Technical Director. He progressed to the role of VFX Pipeline Technical Director from 2008 to 2017, before taking on his current position as VFX Lookdev Technical Director in 2017. His extensive experience at LAIKA spans over 15 years.