Hi, I'm David J Hixon, a tech-savvy and solution-oriented compositor and 3D artist based in Atlanta. I have hands-on experience integrating 2D and 3D elements, managing animation projects, and creating compelling visual effects for TV shows and animated films. I enjoy collaborating with creative teams and developing tools to improve workflows. I'm passionate about problem-solving and bring creativity and leadership to every project I take on. With a strong background in compositing, animation, and VFX, I strive to bring both artistic and technical excellence to the projects I work on.…

David J Hixon

Hi, I'm David J Hixon, a tech-savvy and solution-oriented compositor and 3D artist based in Atlanta. I have hands-on experience integrating 2D and 3D elements, managing animation projects, and creating compelling visual effects for TV shows and animated films. I enjoy collaborating with creative teams and developing tools to improve workflows. I'm passionate about problem-solving and bring creativity and leadership to every project I take on. With a strong background in compositing, animation, and VFX, I strive to bring both artistic and technical excellence to the projects I work on.…

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Hi, I’m David J Hixon, a tech-savvy and solution-oriented compositor and 3D artist based in Atlanta. I have hands-on experience integrating 2D and 3D elements, managing animation projects, and creating compelling visual effects for TV shows and animated films. I enjoy collaborating with creative teams and developing tools to improve workflows.

I’m passionate about problem-solving and bring creativity and leadership to every project I take on. With a strong background in compositing, animation, and VFX, I strive to bring both artistic and technical excellence to the projects I work on.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Compositor at Floyd County Productions
January 1, 2024 - July 29, 2025
Composited for an animated TV show on Hulu. Built scripts, macros, and tools to enhance team proficiency. Integrated 2D, 3D, video, and particle elements into shots. Developed color, lighting, composition, and VFX for scenes including complex transitions.
Lead 3D Animator at ECG Productions
January 1, 2023 - July 29, 2025
Promoted to Lead 3D Animator; supported and trained team members in animation/VFX. Developed pipelines and managed many 2D, 3D, and VFX animation projects from inception to end within budget and time constraints.
Compositor at Floyd County Productions, Atlanta, GA
January 1, 2024 - July 29, 2025
Composited for an animated TV Show on Hulu. Built scripts, macros, and tools for team use to enhance proficiency. Integrated 2D, 3D, video, and particle elements into shots. Developed color, lighting, composition, and VFX for scenes, including complex scene transitions.
Lead 3D Animator at ECG Productions, Atlanta, GA
January 1, 2023 - July 29, 2025
Promoted to Lead 3D Animator. Supported and trained team members in animation/VFX. Developed pipelines. Facilitated numerous clients by creating 2D, 3D, and VFX videos using compositing and animation techniques. Planned and managed complex 2D and 3D animation projects from inception to completion within time and budget.

Education

BFA: Animation, Minor: Technical Direction at Savannah College of Art and Design
September 1, 2011 - May 1, 2014
BA: Art Studio, Digital Art at George Mason University
May 1, 2006
B.F.A. at Savannah College of Art and Design, Atlanta, GA
January 1, 0000 - January 1, 0000
B.A. at George Mason University, Fairfax, VA
January 1, 0000 - January 1, 0000
B.F.A. at Savannah College of Art and Design, Atlanta, GA
January 1, 0000 - January 1, 0000
B.A. at George Mason University, Fairfax, VA
January 1, 0000 - January 1, 0000

Qualifications

Vice Chair ACM SIGGRAPH Student Chapter
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2015
SIGGRAPH Student Volunteer
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2015

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Computers & Electronics, Gaming
    paper Hit Monkey, season 2
    • Composited for an animated TV Show on Hulu. Built scripts, macros, and tools for team use to enhance proficiency.
    • Integrated 2D, 3D, video, and particle elements into shots.
    • Developed Color, Lighting, composition, and VFX for scenes, including complex scene transitions.