Lauren Simpson

Lauren Simpson has a diverse work experience in the field of FX artistry. Lauren has worked for various companies in chronological order, starting from Something Wicked Games in 2023 as an FX Artist. Prior to this, they served as a Senior FX Artist at Massive Entertainment - A Ubisoft Studio from August 2021 to May 2023. Before that, they held the position of Senior FX Artist at 343 Industries from April 2018 to August 2021. Lauren also worked as a Senior FX artist at Santa Monica Studio from June 2016 to March 2018. In addition, they worked as a VFX Artist at Naughty Dog from December 2014 to June 2016. Before their employment at Naughty Dog, Lauren was an Independent Music Video Director as a freelancer from 2004 to 2014. Additionally, they have experience as an FX Artist at Tippett Studio from January 2013 to April 2013 and at DreamWorks Animation from July 2008 to February 2012, where they worked on FX shot creation and integration using Maya and Houdini. Lauren's work at DreamWorks Animation also involved creating stylized fire, water, atmospherics, and ambient motion elements.

Lauren Simpson pursued their education in a chronological manner as follows. In 1999, they enrolled at Northwestern University, where they completed their Bachelor of Science degree in Communication in 2003. Afterward, they attended Texas A&M University from 2004 to 2008 as an MS degree candidate in Visualization Sciences. In 2010, Lauren continued their academic journey at the Musicians Institute and obtained a certificate in Music Video Television Film in 2011.