Jason Bennett

Jason Bennett is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Communication Arts Department at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCUarts), where he has taught since 2016. His professional work bridges academia and the gaming/entertainment industries, with affiliations spanning major studios and creative teams.

• Education: BFA in Computer Animation from Ringling College of Design
• Additional training: Illustration and classical figurative art at School of Visual Arts, Art Students League, and Grand Central Atelier

Bennett specializes in game art, animation, and illustration across diverse genres including first-person shooters, sports simulations, and VR/tabletop adaptations. His practice integrates traditional figurative techniques with digital innovation.

Current projects focus on hybrid analog-digital design approaches and immersive media storytelling. He actively explores observational painting and outdoor recreation in Virginia's natural spaces.