Mike Dacko

Mike Dacko is a seasoned animation professional currently serving as a Senior CG Animator at LAIKA, LLC since April 2022. Prior experience includes a role as Senior Cinematic Animator for God of War Ragnarök at PlayStation and leadership positions as Lead Animator at Rodeo FX, Method Studios, and Atomic Fiction. Early career highlights include contributions as Lead Animator and Cinematic Artist at Visual Concepts, and work as a 3D Story Artist at Lucasfilm on Star Wars - Detours. Dacko also has teaching experience from Academy of Art University, instructing character animation. Educational credentials include a Certificate of Completion from Richard Williams Animation Workshops and an Associate degree in Cinema from Bucks County Community College.