Ben Davis

Ben Davis has a diverse work experience in the animation industry. Ben started their career as a 3D artist and modeler at Zac & Zoé Project in 2002, where they were responsible for modeling characters, sets, and props. Ben then joined Infographie Lecarpentier as a 3D generalist, where they worked on various architectural and urbanism projects and performed tasks such as compositing, tracking, and animation.

From 2004 to 2006, Ben worked at Delphis, Okiana, and Orca as a 3D artist and modeler, specializing in character, sets, and props modeling. Ben also developed a facial animation system and assisted with matchmoving and compositing.

Ben went on to work as a freelance 3D artist and generalist from 2006 to 2008, collaborating with different companies and associations on communication projects and integrating larger production teams for animation in architecture, industry, and communication.

In 2008, Ben joined Pïnka Studio as a lead modeler and senior 3D generalist. Ben'sresponsibilities included directing and supervising all modeling needs, pipeline integration of models, and collaborating in domains like special effects, rendering, and scripting.

From 2010 to 2012, Ben worked as a freelance 3D artist and senior 3D generalist, focusing on 3D animated project development and directing communication projects for companies and associations with a need for 3D visuals or animation.

In 2010, Ben also founded MOONDOG Animation Studio with JM Khayat and Bryan Ransom. As the Founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO), they were responsible for the overall vision and strategy of the studio.

In 2020, Ben took on the role of CEO and Creative Trailblazer at MOONDOG Animation Studio. In this position, they oversaw marketing and sales, directed the production team, partnered with the CFO on finance, cast multi-year leadership vision, and explored cutting-edge industry techniques.

Furthermore, in 2022, Ben co-founded Lunchbox Labs, a company with no specific role description provided.

Overall, Ben Davis has extensive experience as a 3D artist, modeler, and generalist, and has also held leadership positions as a founder, CTO, and CEO in the animation industry.

Ben Davis attended St. Petersburg College from 1996-1997, studying Fine Arts. From 1997-1998, they attended Ringling College of Art and Design, focusing on Illustration. Ben then went on to attend Ecole Supérieure d'Art de l'Agglomération d'Annecy from 1999-2002, earning a DNAP (BFA) degree in Fine Arts.