Francois Valentyne

Francois Valentyne is an experienced animation compositor and FX artist with a career spanning several decades and diverse roles in the animation and gaming industries. Currently employed at 9 Story Entertainment since 2004, Francois has contributed as an After Effects compositor on notable series such as "Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood" and "Wild Kratts." Prior experience includes game design and artistic contributions at Francois Valentyne from 2003 to 2018, with several published board games, and roles at Cineplex Digital Solutions, ZAPiT Games, and Yowza! Animation, among others. With a diploma in Computer Programming from Herzing Institute and a comprehensive background in digital ink and paint services, Francois has played a pivotal role in the transition of animation from traditional to digital formats throughout the industry.