A CG Artist with 20 years of experience wearing multiple hats in 3D animation, motion graphics and VFX. Specialized skills in hard surface/inorganic modelling, texturing/surfacing, and environment creation. I have led teams of up to 25 artists and I strive to foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. When I’m not immersed in pixels and polygons, you’ll usually find me cracking a joke or two, helping to keep the team motivated and cohesive. _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_…

Michael Lockett

A CG Artist with 20 years of experience wearing multiple hats in 3D animation, motion graphics and VFX. Specialized skills in hard surface/inorganic modelling, texturing/surfacing, and environment creation. I have led teams of up to 25 artists and I strive to foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. When I’m not immersed in pixels and polygons, you’ll usually find me cracking a joke or two, helping to keep the team motivated and cohesive. _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_…

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A CG Artist with 20 years of experience wearing multiple hats in 3D animation, motion graphics and VFX. Specialized skills in hard surface/inorganic modelling, texturing/surfacing, and environment creation.

I have led teams of up to 25 artists and I strive to foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. When I’m not immersed in pixels and polygons, you’ll usually find me cracking a joke or two, helping to keep the team motivated and cohesive.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance CG Generalist at Mike Lockett Animation
January 1, 2017 - Present
Freelance CG Generalist offering 3D modeling, texturing, lighting and compositing across multiple studios and clients; built relationships with studios, agencies and producers; formed Mike Lockett Animation to run projects.
Lead Environment Artist at Jellyfish Pictures
June 30, 2024 - September 23, 2025
Led a team of 16 modeling artists on The Wolf King for Netflix; helped establish art style and environment look in Dreamworks’ Dog Man; contributed to environments, props and character work; integrated with new team mid-project.
Lead Environment Artist at Wild Child Animation
February 28, 2023 - September 23, 2025
Joined as freelance CG Generalist, progressed to Lead Environment Artist; contributed to pitches for children’s TV shows; helped integrate Unreal Engine into CG pipeline; managed a small team; involved in Scooby Doo and the Mystery Pups bid and development.
Head Of Assets at Flying Circus
September 30, 2016 - September 23, 2025
Head of CG Assets; oversaw production of 3D models and textures for vehicles, environments and props; created pipeline documentation and training materials; assisted with scheduling, bids and task assignments; contributed to pitch material for shows and asset bids.
Head Of Post-Production at DSPM
August 31, 2014 - September 23, 2025
Developed and managed post-production pipeline and team; oversaw creative direction; fully managed projects from concept through to delivery; coordinated shoots, on-set supervision and client interfacing.
CG Generalist at Masters and Savant Worldwide
December 31, 2011 - September 23, 2025
3D Generalist creating visual effects, character animation, motion graphics and set extensions for film and television; led projects from start to finish; earned long-form credit for Inside Story: The Science of HIV/AIDS.
CG Generalist at Ministry of Illusion
June 30, 2008 - September 23, 2025
3D Generalist creating visual effects, character animation, motion graphics and set extensions for film and television; contributed to feature film Number 10, including digital crowds for stadium shots.

Education

Bachelor of Information Technology at Bond University
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002
Animation Diploma at Boston Media House
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2004

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
    paper Dog Man

    “Dog Man” can refer to the 2025 animated film based on Dav Pilkey’s best-selling book series, the titular character of that series, or the 2023 film Dogman, a different story about a meek groomer. The animated Dog Man follows a canine-human hybrid who fights crime, while the 2023 Dogman is a crime drama about a man oppressed by a bully.

    I was involved in the early stages of the project as the Environment Modeller, working to solidify the stylized look of the sets and props for the show.

    paper Wolf King

    Wolf King is a British animated epic fantasy-adventure television series based on the Wereworld novels by Curtis Jobling, who wrote ten episodes of the series.

    Produced by Lime Pictures for Netflix, the series stars Cel Spellman in the lead role of Drew Ferran.

    I was the Lead Environment Artist on the project whilst working at Jellyfish Pictures.

    paper Toad and Friends

    Toad & Friends is a CG animated series of cartoons for kids based on Kenneth Grahame’s literary classic “The Wind in the Willows”.

    Set on the riverbank, these English stories for kids celebrate the countryside and the simple joy of being outdoors. Our young audience can follow Toad & Friends on brand new and funny adventures in which the characters.