Josiah Haworth
About Josiah Haworth
Josiah Haworth is a Senior Animator at Riot Games, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in animation from Olympic College and Ringling School of Art and Design, and has held various positions in the gaming and entertainment industries.
Work at Riot Games
Josiah Haworth has been employed at Riot Games as a Senior Animator since 2019. His role involves creating animations for various projects, contributing to the studio's reputation for high-quality game design. He works in the Santa Monica, California office, collaborating with a team of animators and other professionals. His contributions include work on the popular game VALORANT, showcasing his skills in character and environment animation.
Education and Expertise
Josiah Haworth studied at Olympic College, where he focused on General Education and Animation, earning an Associate in Arts - DTA from 2002 to 2010. He furthered his education at Ringling School of Art and Design, obtaining a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Animation from 2009 to 2013. This educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in animation principles and techniques, which he applies in his professional work.
Background in Animation
Josiah Haworth has a diverse background in animation, having worked in both the gaming and entertainment industries. He began his career as an Animation Intern at Digital Domain in 2012. He then worked at Magic Leap, Inc. as an Animator from 2013 to 2014, before joining Blizzard Entertainment. At Blizzard, he held the positions of Associate Animator from 2015 to 2016 and Animator from 2016 to 2019, gaining extensive experience in game animation.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Riot Games, Josiah Haworth had a variety of roles in the animation field. He worked as a Freelance Animator at JibJab Media for three months in 2014. His experience also includes significant time at Blizzard Entertainment, where he contributed to multiple projects over four years. His career reflects a consistent focus on animation, with roles that required collaboration across different locations, including Santa Monica, Irvine, and Fort Lauderdale.
Contributions to Game Development
Throughout his career, Josiah Haworth has made significant contributions to game development, particularly in animation. His work on VALORANT at Riot Games highlights his ability to create engaging character animations that enhance gameplay. His experience at Blizzard Entertainment further solidified his skills in animation for interactive media, allowing him to contribute effectively to various gaming projects.