Jason Norgaar
About Jason Norgaar
Jason Norgaar is a Senior Tech Artist currently working at MobilityWare in Irvine, California, where he has been employed since 2017. He has extensive experience in 3D art and animation, having held various roles at several companies, including Jam City, West Health, and Forterra Systems.
Work at MobilityWare
Jason Norgaar has been employed at MobilityWare as a Senior Tech Artist since 2017. In this role, he has contributed to improving the quality of animation and effects for the game Vegas Blvd. Slots. He has also developed a 3D pipeline utilizing Maya and Blender, enhancing the production processes within the company. His ongoing work focuses on integrating advanced techniques in game development to elevate the overall user experience.
Previous Experience in Game Development
Prior to his current position, Jason worked at several companies in various capacities related to 3D art and animation. He served as a Tech Artist at Jam City from 2016 to 2017, and as a Tech Artist on a contract basis at Two Bit Circus from 2015 to 2016. His earlier roles include working as a 3D Generalist at West Health and as a Senior Content Developer at SAIC, where he played a key role in developing assets and processes for a Unity-based simulation platform.
Education and Expertise
Jason Norgaar studied 3D Animation at the Academy of Art University, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts from 2001 to 2005. He later attended Coding Dojo, completing a Boot Camp in Web Development from 2013 to 2014. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in game development and 3D art, enabling him to apply technical skills effectively in his roles.
Achievements in Animation and Game Development
Throughout his career, Jason has made significant contributions to various projects. Notably, he created inspirational animations for the Dallas Mavericks while at Green Grass Studios. He also designed and created all 3D assets for Vaka's award-winning demo at the 2005 International Mobile Gaming Awards. His work has extended beyond entertainment, as he has applied game development skills to assist in the treatment of children affected by autism.
Background in 3D Art and Animation
Jason Norgaar's career in 3D art and animation began at Forterra Systems Inc, where he worked as a Character Artist from 2008 to 2010. He continued to build his expertise as a Senior Animator at Subutai Corporation from 2011 to 2013. His diverse experience across different companies and roles has equipped him with a comprehensive skill set in 3D modeling, animation, and game development.