A new entry to the Snail saga, which started in 2024 with ‘Simon Snail Goes To Work’
- Animator
- Film Director
- Film Producer
- +5
Hi, I’m Benjamin Nixon, an award-winning stop motion animator with hands-on expertise in model-making and armature puppetry.
Hi, I’m Benjamin Nixon, an award-winning stop motion animator with hands-on expertise in model-making and armature puppetry. I’ve gained substantial experience in content creation and filmmaking through Perth-based production houses and running my own animation brand, Blue Staircase Animations. I pride myself on being deeply involved across pre-production, production, and post-production as a collaborative member of a team.
My strengths include stop motion, writing, directing, set design, cinematography, film editing, and sound design, underpinned by strong communication and problem-solving skills. I’m seeking a new opportunity to contribute to a dynamic creative process and help grow an organisation by delivering imaginative, high-quality work.
A new entry to the Snail saga, which started in 2024 with ‘Simon Snail Goes To Work’
Character Animation Showreel from the Aardman Academy Stop Motion Professional Course - September to October 2025
A compilation of works between 2023 and 2025. Including ones made in the Aardman Academy Stop Motion 2 Course
Josie and Alex have to improvise when the neon lights for their nightclub don’t show up
Robert Clyde recites a holiday to France via email, describing his distaste and approval of certain photos
A young boy sneaks into the kitchen to steal some chips, only to encounter some night time monsters
Writer, director and animator for the short film The Nightclub; led concept development, storyboard alignment and animation, overseeing pre-production through post-production.
Writer, director and animator for Simon Snail Goes to Work; collaborated on story, animation and overall direction.
Head of Animation for Cut 2 Black: Warland; oversaw animation pipeline and team coordination.
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