LAIKA
Kristian Larsen is an accomplished Stop Motion Animator with extensive experience in the animation industry. Currently employed at LAIKA, LLC since June 2022, Larsen has previously contributed to notable projects at ShadowMachine, including Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio, from November 2020 to June 2022. Larsen's career began at Qvisten Animation AS, where roles included Animator and Junior Animator, and included positions at Funcom and LAIKA in various capacities, from Assistant Animator to Junior Animator. Educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Animation from Volda University College and an exchange program at The Animation Workshop focusing on Character Animation.