Troy Griffin

Troy Griffin is an Associate Professor of Instruction at the Harry W. Bass Jr. School of Arts, Humanities, and Technology, The University of Texas at Dallas. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design from Bellevue University (2022) and an Associate of Applied Arts in Animation from The Art Institute of Dallas (1999).

His professional preparation includes over two decades of industry experience in animation and film, with Oscar-winning achievements and expertise in both technical and artistic production. He specializes in storytelling, supervising cinematic disciplines, and fostering creative talent through leadership and educational outreach.

• Key Research Interests: Animation techniques, film production workflows, narrative development, and interdisciplinary creative collaboration.

Griffin’s career emphasizes bridging industry practices with academic instruction, focusing on hands-on mentorship and expanding technical-artistic competencies in students. His industry contributions include leading production teams and advancing innovative storytelling methods.