Lyal Atkinson
About Lyal Atkinson
Lyal Atkinson is the Manager of Art and Graphic Design for Electronic Table Games at Scientific Games in Sydney, Australia. He has a background in animation and visual communication, with experience in various roles across the gaming and film industries.
Work at Scientific Games
Lyal Atkinson has been employed at Scientific Games since 2021, serving as the Manager of Art and Graphic Design for Electronic Table Games (ETG). In this role, he leads a global team of artists, focusing on the production of advanced user interface designs tailored for the gaming industry. His experience at Scientific Games follows a seven-year tenure as Art Team Lead, where he contributed to various projects and initiatives within the company.
Education and Expertise
Lyal Atkinson holds a Master of Animation from the University of Technology Sydney, which he completed in 2006. He also earned a Bachelor of Design in Visual Communication from Western Sydney University, graduating in 2002. In 2020, he furthered his education with a User Experience Design program at UNSW. His educational background supports his extensive career in animation and graphic design within the gaming and entertainment sectors.
Background in Animation and Design
Before joining Scientific Games, Lyal Atkinson transitioned from television commercials to feature film work as an animator at Animal Logic. His career includes roles such as Technical Animator and 3D Tracker Match Mover at Animal Logic, and Graphics Team Lead positions at Bally Technologies and Shuffle Master. He has worked on high-profile commercials for clients like Mitsubishi Motors and Johnson & Johnson, showcasing his skills as a visual effects artist.
Professional Experience in the Gaming Industry
Lyal Atkinson has significant experience in the gaming industry, having held various positions that emphasize his expertise in graphic design and animation. He worked as a Senior Motion Designer and Graphics Team Lead at Shuffle Master, and as Graphics Team Lead at Bally Technologies. His diverse roles have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the design processes and challenges within the gaming sector.
Leadership and Project Management
In his current role at Scientific Games, Lyal Atkinson not only manages art and graphic design but also produces and directs video shoots. His leadership of a global team of artists highlights his capability in project management and collaboration, essential for delivering innovative user interface designs in the competitive gaming market.