Juan Martinez

Juan Martinez is a seasoned technology and animation professional with extensive experience in the video game industry. Currently serving as Principal Technical Designer at Discord since March 2021, Juan previously held the position of Principal Technical Animator at Playful Studios from April 2013 to February 2021. Juan also contributed to academia as an Adjunct Professor at Southern Methodist University, training students in rigging and animation for video game development. A technical animator at Robot Entertainment from February 2009 to April 2013, Juan was instrumental in creating workflows for titles such as Orcs Must Die. Earlier in Juan's career, significant roles included Lead Animator at Ensemble Studios, Animator at Terminal Reality and Ritual Entertainment, and Character Artist at Mesa Logic. Educational qualifications include studies at The Art Institutes and Rio Hondo.