Mike Dietz

Mike Dietz is a seasoned animator and animation director with extensive experience in the animation industry. Currently serving as a Senior Animator at Dlala Studios since April 2023, Mike has also owned and directed animation projects at Pencil Test Studios, Inc. since October 2009. Additional roles include Animator/Illustrator at Slappy Pictures LLC, Principal Artist/Animator at PeopleFun, and a brief stint as a CG Animator on Netflix Animation's "Wendell & Wild." Mike has held significant positions such as Art Director at Intellivision Entertainment and Senior Animator at FoxNext, contributing to projects such as the Avatar mobile game and various stop motion animated productions. Educational background includes a BFA in Advertising Design/Illustration from Syracuse University, along with various animation masterclasses and training from esteemed institutions.