Hi, I’m Casey Kreft. I’m a texture artist and lead at Reel FX with a strong eye for UVs, materials, and shading that align with a project’s artistic direction. My background includes a BFA in Media Arts and Animation from The Art Institute of Dallas, and I enjoy mentoring teammates, solving complex shading networks, and delivering high-quality assets under tight deadlines.

Casey Kreft

Hi, I’m Casey Kreft. I’m a texture artist and lead at Reel FX with a strong eye for UVs, materials, and shading that align with a project’s artistic direction. My background includes a BFA in Media Arts and Animation from The Art Institute of Dallas, and I enjoy mentoring teammates, solving complex shading networks, and delivering high-quality assets under tight deadlines.

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Hi, I’m Casey Kreft. I’m a texture artist and lead at Reel FX with a strong eye for UVs, materials, and shading that align with a project’s artistic direction.

My background includes a BFA in Media Arts and Animation from The Art Institute of Dallas, and I enjoy mentoring teammates, solving complex shading networks, and delivering high-quality assets under tight deadlines.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Texture Artist/Lead at Reel FX Entertainment
November 1, 2024 - September 14, 2025
Led UV mapping and surfacing for characters, props, vehicles, and environment assets in accordance with the production's artistic style. Created high-quality materials and shading networks on schedule, tackled complex assets, multitasked across artistic and leadership duties, and provided critique and direction to junior team members. Collaborated with clients to address notes and ensured assets integrated smoothly into pipelines.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Media Arts and Animation at The Art Institute of Dallas
January 11, 2030 - March 1, 2010

Qualifications

Outstanding Graduate, Media Arts & Animation Program
March 1, 2010 - September 14, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education