Rich Ponte

Rich Ponte is an experienced professional in the fields of human resources and digital art, currently serving as a Human Resources Consultant at Wake County since August 2019. With a diverse background, Rich Ponte has worked as a CG Artist/Animator since July 2004 at richponte.com, demonstrating ongoing commitment to the creative industry. Previous roles include Content Designer/Graphic Artist at Larmer Brown Limited, Education Consultant at CA Technologies, and Associate Professor of Animation & Game Design at Living Arts College. Additional experiences encompass leadership positions as Art Director at both Aten Inc. and Firebreather Studios, as well as instructional roles as an Online Adjunct Instructor at the Art Institute Online. Rich Ponte's career began with foundational roles in animation and design, including Animator/Artist at Radical Axis and Animation Art Director at X Factory Studios.