Travis Murray
About Travis Murray
Travis Murray serves as the Head of Creative Studio at Skillz Inc., bringing over a decade of experience in creative operations leadership within the entertainment industry. He previously held significant roles at Activision Blizzard, Lucasfilm, and Stereo D, where he focused on team well-being and talent development.
Current Role at Skillz
Travis Murray serves as the Head of Creative Studio at Skillz Inc., a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing creative operations and leading a team focused on innovative projects within the gaming industry. His leadership emphasizes team well-being and aims to create a supportive work environment that fosters creativity and prevents burnout.
Previous Experience at Activision Blizzard
Before joining Skillz, Travis Murray worked at Activision Blizzard as Senior Manager & Head of Operations, Marketing Creative from 2019 to 2021. During his tenure in Santa Monica, CA, he managed creative projects and operations, contributing to marketing initiatives that supported the company's gaming franchises.
Background in Visual Effects and Animation
Travis Murray has a strong background in visual effects and animation, having studied at The Art Institute of California Orange County. He earned a Bachelor of Media Arts and Animation, specializing in 3D Animation, Particle Effects, and Dynamics. His education laid the foundation for his extensive career in the entertainment industry.
Career at Stereo D
Travis Murray held multiple positions at Stereo D, where he worked from 2011 to 2015. He started as a Visual Effects Artist, then progressed to roles including Creative Supervisor and Senior Creative Supervisor/Production Manager. His experience at Stereo D involved overseeing creative processes and managing production teams in both Pune, India, and Burbank, California.
Experience at Lucasfilm
Travis Murray worked at Lucasfilm as Manager - Franchise Creative from 2016 to 2018. Based in San Francisco, CA, he was responsible for managing creative projects related to the company's franchises, contributing to the development of marketing and promotional materials that aligned with Lucasfilm's vision.