David J Hixon

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Hi, I'm David J Hixon, a tech-savvy and solution-oriented compositor and 3D artist based in Atlanta.

About

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.

  • Joined May 2024

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Computers & Electronics
  • Gaming

Projects · 1

  • 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.

Work experience· 4 roles

Compositor · Floyd County Productions, Atlanta, GAJan 2024 – Jul 2025 · 1 yr 7 mos

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.

Compositor · Floyd County ProductionsJan 2024 – Jul 2025 · 1 yr 7 mos

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 · ECG Productions, Atlanta, GAJan 2023 – Jul 2025 · 2 yrs 7 mos

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.

Lead 3D Animator · ECG ProductionsJan 2023 – Jul 2025 · 2 yrs 7 mos

Education· 6

BFA: Animation, Minor: Technical Direction · Savannah College of Art and Design2011 – 2014
BA: Art Studio, Digital Art · George Mason University2006
B.F.A. · Savannah College of Art and Design, Atlanta, GA0000
B.A. · George Mason University, Fairfax, VA0000

Certifications and awards

Vice Chair ACM SIGGRAPH Student Chapter2013 – 2015
SIGGRAPH Student Volunteer2013 – 2015

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