Scott Smith
About Scott Smith
Scott Smith is an experienced animator currently working as a lead animator at Pixomondo in Los Angeles. He has held various positions in the animation industry, including roles at Blue Sky Studios, Digital Domain Holdings, and Weta Digital.
Work at Uncharted Territory
Scott Smith has been employed at Uncharted Territory as a previz artist since 2015. His role involves creating pre-visualization animations that help in planning and visualizing scenes for various projects. This position has allowed him to contribute to the creative process in a collaborative environment in Los Angeles, California.
Previous Experience in Animation
Scott Smith has a diverse background in animation, having worked at several notable studios. He served as a supplemental animation and technical assistant at Blue Sky Studios in 2001 and later worked on background animation at the same studio in 2004. His experience also includes roles as a previz artist at Proof Inc. for 'Fast and Furious 4' in 2009 and at Pixomondo in 2014. He was an animator at Method Studios and Weta Digital in 2009 and 2003, respectively.
Role at Digital Domain Holdings
From 2011 to 2012, Scott worked at Digital Domain Holdings as a Maya animation training specialist and VFX animator. This position involved training others in Maya software while also contributing to visual effects animation projects. His expertise in this area reflects his commitment to both animation and technical training.
Education and Expertise
Scott Smith holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Delaware, where he studied from 1994 to 1997. He furthered his education by obtaining a master's degree from the Academy of Art University, completing his studies from 1997 to 2000. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in animation and visual effects.
Current Role at Pixomondo
In addition to his role at Uncharted Territory, Scott Smith has been a lead animator at Pixomondo since 2014. His responsibilities include overseeing animation projects and guiding junior animators. His leadership role has contributed to the studio's success in delivering high-quality animation work in Los Angeles.