Kuozheng Hao

Kuozheng Hao is a Professor of Animation at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), serving since Fall 2023. He holds an M.F.A. in Film and Television from UCLA and a B.F.A. in Animation from SCAD. His professional roles include IP Team Creative Director at Tencent (2021–22), Animation Department Lead at DA Culture International Inc. (2021), and Story Intern at Pixar Animation Studios (2020).

His expertise spans cinematic storytelling, game animation, and character design. Notable projects include the League of Legends cinematic A Hero Awakens (5M views) and the Arcane animated stickers (170k downloads). He has led teams in film, game, and children's educational book production, emphasizing visual consistency and creative collaboration.

Research interests focus on narrative-driven animation, cross-media storytelling, and the intersection of technology and artistry in visual media. His work bridges academic teaching and industry实践, with contributions to AAA game cinematics and independent film festivals.

• Awards: Red Dot Award (2017), BYD E Area Competition First Place (2020), and multiple film festival recognitions.
• Grants/Advising: No explicit grants mentioned; advising details unavailable.

Leadership roles include directing interdisciplinary teams, managing production pipelines, and mentoring artists across studios like Tencent and Pixar.