Reel FX Animation Studios is a Golden Globe-nominated animation studio with over two decades of experience producing award-winning animated films, mobile/interactive content and beyond. Its slate includes the Golden Globe–nominated The Book of Life with 20th Century Fox and Free Birds with Relativity Media. The studio is based out of Dallas, Texas, with offices in Hollywood and Montreal.

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Reel FX

Reel FX's headquarters in Dallas, TX, United States

Steve O'Brien

Colleen Cartmill

Stephanie Morel

Emmanuel Laurent

Chuck Peil

Joanna Ferguson

Jonathan Bouchard

Trevor Roe

Donna Henry

Kneeland Youngblood

Jim Wiatt

The Animation and Visual Effects team at Reel FX collaborates to produce high-quality animated films and visual content. Comprised of specialists in animation, matte painting, lighting, compositing, character development, and effects, they bring stories to life through meticulous design, character rigging, and visual enhancements. This team ensures that every project, from feature films to interactive content, delivers visual excellence and captivating storytelling.

Animation and Visual Effects

The Technical Team at Reel FX Animation Studios is responsible for developing and maintaining the production pipeline, ensuring seamless integration of various software tools and systems used in the creation of animated content. This team includes specialists in pipeline development, full stack development, IT support, and FX technical direction, all working closely to optimize workflows, troubleshoot technical issues, and implement new technologies to enhance the overall efficiency and quality of the studio's projects.

Technical Team

The Production and Finance team at Reel FX manages the financial planning, budgeting, and accounting processes for the studio's animated projects. They ensure that productions stay within budget, oversee financial reporting, and provide strategic financial insights to guide decision-making. This team collaborates closely with production managers to align financial goals with project timelines and deliverables, ensuring a seamless integration between creative and financial operations.

Production and Finance

The Creative Team at Reel FX Animation Studios is responsible for developing and executing the artistic vision for the studio's projects. This involves crafting original stories, designing characters, directing animation sequences, managing artistic talent, and ensuring the seamless integration of lighting and compositing. The team works collaboratively to bring innovative and visually captivating animated films and interactive content to life.

Creative Team

The Leadership Team at Reel FX is responsible for guiding the studio's strategic direction and managing its overall operations. This team collaborates across various functions, including partnerships, human resources, finance, and executive leadership, to ensure the studio's growth and creative vision are aligned. They play a critical role in fostering a collaborative culture, driving innovative projects, and strengthening relationships within the animation industry.

Leadership Team

This department oversees the creation and management of visual effects for various media projects.

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Reel FX

Org chart

Board & advisors

Teams

Animation and Visual Effects

Technical Team

Production and Finance

Creative Team

Leadership Team

Visual Effects

Offices

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