Jason Donati

Jason Donati is a Teaching Professor in the College of Art + Design at Northeastern University, where he teaches animation and digital cinematography. An internationally recognized animator, his award-winning films have screened at SIGGRAPH, Ani Mundi, Seoul Film Festival, and ASIFA East events globally.

Education:

• M.F.A. from Rochester Institute of Technology
• B.F.A. from the University of Massachusetts Amherst

His research integrates artistic expression with technological innovation across 3D Animation, Digital Cinematography, and Visualization. Professor Donati explores how digital tools transform cinematic storytelling and visual communication, with particular focus on emerging applications in virtual reality and interactive media. His work bridges traditional animation techniques with cutting-edge production technologies.

Publications reveal an evolving trajectory from foundational digital cinematography principles to contemporary VR applications, demonstrating consistent innovation in media production pedagogy and practice. Recent work addresses industrial training solutions through immersive technologies.

Scientific Awards:

• Multiple first-place awards at Rhode Island International Film Festival and MIMC Awards
• Four-time winner at New York State Student Film Festivals (1999-2000)
• Three competitive scholarships from industry leaders including Rhythm & Hues Studios
• Eleven festival selections and honorable mentions at SIGGRAPH, ASIFA-East, and international animation festivals
• Features in Fortune Magazine, Animation Magazine, and Storybench for industry commentary

Professor Donati maintains active industry partnerships with organizations including Tufts Medical Center, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and Bose Corporation, translating academic research into applied media solutions. His courses span animation fundamentals to advanced game animation, shaping next-generation digital storytellers.

Current initiatives focus on public VR research applications for advanced manufacturing training, extending his expertise in digital visualization to industrial contexts while maintaining strong connections to animation pedagogy.