Ryan Summers

Ryan Summers is a seasoned animation professional currently serving as the Creative Innovation Lead at Sarofsky. With a career that spans over two decades, Ryan has excelled as a character animator, creating visuals for industry-leading projects—including children's videos, high-profile slot machines, and the opening titles for acclaimed television shows and films. Ryan's previous roles include positions at renowned companies such as Digital Kitchen, where they led large format motion design projects, and Imaginary Forces, where they directed and animated for notable titles. Educated at the Illinois Institute of Art, Ryan's specialization in creative direction and team-building continues to shape their dynamic contributions to the animation industry.