Dave Johnson

Dave Johnson is a seasoned professional in the gaming and animation industries, currently serving as Chief Product Officer and Executive Producer at SHRAPNEL since July 2022. Prior experience includes a notable tenure at Xbox Game Studios Publishing from 2008 to July 2022, where contributions as Senior Producer on "Contraband," Senior Art Director on "Crackdown 3," and Art Director/Animator on various projects such as "State of Decay" and "Ryse: Son of Rome" were significant. Additional roles featured freelance artwork for Bonanza Press, adjunct instruction at The Art Institutes, and animation work at L7 Pictures. Earlier career stages included SDET roles at Microsoft and engineering at Sierra On-Line. Educational achievements encompass degrees from The Art Institutes and specialized training in animation.