Ziva Dynamics
Matthew Muntean has a diverse range of experience in the field of animation and digital effects. Matthew is currently serving as the Head of 3D at Ziva Dynamics since January 2022. Prior to this, they worked at Weta Digital for several years, starting as a Creatures Lead from May 2007 to June 2011, and later becoming a Creatures Supervisor from June 2011 to December 2021. Matthew also held the position of Character Rigging Supervisor at MPC from December 2003 to October 2006. Before that, they worked at Tippett Studio as a Creature Rigging specialist from January 2001 to September 2003. Matthew started their career as a Senior Character Animator at Stardust Entertainment GmbH in Germany in 2000, and then worked as a Character Animator at Midland Productions from February 1998 to August 1999. Matthew also has experience in Technical Support at Internet Alaska from 1996 to 1997.
Matthew Muntean attended Vancouver Film School in 1997. Matthew studied 3D Animation & Visual FX for one year.
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Ziva Dynamics
Ziva Dynamics is a software company that specializes in character creation and human simulation. It provides a technology platform that empowers virtual humans and characters for all digital media. Ziva’s proprietary technology simulates the laws of real-world physics and anatomy, enabling virtual characters to move, jiggle, and flex the wayaudiences expect. Paired with Ziva’s robust machine learning processes, the Ziva Character Platform automates character creation and enables high-fidelity characters to transfer from film and TV into interactive, real-time games, VR, AR, and MR experiences.Ziva Dynamics building the next wave of character simulation and animation tools for film, game, and retail. The company fundamentally changes the character creation process, while providing greater control, speed, and capabilities.It was founded in 2015 by Academy Award-winner James Jacobs, Dr. Jernej Barbic, and Chris Godsall.