Shawn Lee
About Shawn Lee
Shawn Lee is an accomplished animator with a Bachelor of Science in Character Animation from Southern Adventist University. He has worked with notable studios including Pixar Animation Studios and Walt Disney Animation Studios, and currently serves as Founder and Mentor at KYOSIL.
Animator at Pixar Animation Studios
Shawn Lee has been employed as an Animator at Pixar Animation Studios since 2021. In this role, he contributes to the creation of animated films, utilizing his skills in character animation. His work at Pixar involves collaborating with a team of animators and artists to bring stories to life through animation.
Experience at Walt Disney Animation Studios
Prior to his current position, Shawn Lee worked as an Animator at Walt Disney Animation Studios from 2017 to 2021. During his four years there, he played a significant role in various animation projects, enhancing his expertise in the field and contributing to the studio's legacy of animated storytelling.
Education and Expertise in Animation
Shawn Lee studied Character Animation at Southern Adventist University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from 2009 to 2014. He furthered his education in 2015 at Animschool, where he completed a course in 3D Animation. This educational background provided him with a strong foundation in animation techniques and principles.
Founding KYOSIL and Mentorship Role
In 2019, Shawn Lee founded KYOSIL, where he serves as a Mentor. In this capacity, he guides aspiring animators and shares his industry knowledge. His experience in both mocap and keyframe animation for games and commercial cinematics enriches the mentorship he provides to students and emerging professionals.
Contributions to Animation Projects
Shawn Lee has worked on various animation projects throughout his career. Notably, he contributed to the previs animation for the film Aquaman and participated in the VR animation project 'Raising a Rukus'. His diverse experience across different studios and projects showcases his versatility as an animator.