Jesse Woodward

Jesse Woodward is an Assistant Professor in the School of Art & Design at the University of Wisconsin-Stout, part of the College of Arts & Human Sciences. He teaches courses in animation, 3D modeling, and foundational design, and serves as the supervisor of the Vicon Motion Capture Studio. He is also the faculty advisor for the Tea Time Animation Club and actively integrates industry-standard tools into student learning experiences.

Education:

• M.F.A. in Animation & Visual Effects, Academy of Art University
• B.S. in Communication, Clarkson University

His expertise spans 3D and 2D animation, traditional animation techniques, game animation, motion capture technology, and audio-visual production. He emphasizes hands-on, industry-relevant training and frequently engages in STEAM outreach programs to introduce pre-college students to animation software and techniques.

While no formal academic publications are listed, his creative and professional output includes significant contributions to film and game projects such as Star Trek Renegades, Sonder, and The Darkening. He is currently directing and producing the animated short film Glow and working as an animator on an unannounced Sci-Fi film directed by Tim Russ.

Jesse maintains a strong professional presence through his studio website (ABT Studios), social media channels, and Vimeo portfolio, showcasing both educational demos and creative works.

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Jesse advises student projects and organizations, particularly through the Tea Time Animation Club. He does not currently list any externally funded grants, but his work with motion capture infrastructure and student production suggests active program development and potential institutional support. His efforts bridge academic instruction with real-world animation practice.

He is involved with the Vicon Motion Capture Studio, where he oversees operations and graduate assistant support, aiming to expand motion capture integration into animation and game design curricula.