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Coralville, Iowa

4.7
(4)
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Teaches online
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate
Age: 5+
Speaks Spanish
Teaching since 2010
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Animation

    About Ben R.

    4.7
    (4)
    Since 2010, I have taught students the art of computer animation. Last year, two college-level animation teams I advised won first and third places at the National Business Professionals of America animation competition. These successes were the result of my sharing industry knowledge with students combined with their dedication and hard work. Prior to teaching, I animated at Reel FX in Dallas, TX on Open Season 3 for Sony Pictures Animation. While at Reel FX, I also did clean-up work on Open Season 3, Looney Shorts, Webosaurs, and DC Universe. My philosophy is simple, use the tools that most effectively help each student succeed. I look forward to helping each of you achieve your academic and professional goals!

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    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    3 PM-7 PM
    Tuesday
    3 PM-7 PM
    Wednesday
    3 PM-7 PM
    Thursday
    3 PM-7 PM
    Friday
    3 PM-7 PM
    Saturday
    7 AM-3 PM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $40
    45 minutes
    $50
    60 minutes
    $60
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    4.7
    4 Reviews
    Bryce Hettinger
    Teacher's studio
    Ben was very helpful when I had any questions about Maya. He instantly knew what to do to solve my problem. When ever I had a question on how to do something he would show me how to do it and make sure I understood how to do it. I would recommend Ben to any other student working with animation.
    Posted Apr 8, 2015
    Heidi Schickel
    Ben is a very talented artist and does great job of giving instructions while also supporting his students. He can give his opinion while still respecting someone else's opinion, which helps encourage students to express their creativity.
    Posted Apr 8, 2015
    Anna Aaberg
    Teacher's studio
    Ben is an excellent teacher. He is extremely knowledgeable in animation programs, such as Maya and Adobe After Effects. He explains things in a way that is easy to understand. He is very willing to help.
    Posted Apr 8, 2015
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    Experience

    Online Animation Instructor

    Aug, 2014 - Present

    Terra State Community College

    Teaching Animation & Character Development courses

    Animation/Intermedia Specialist

    Jan, 2015 - Mar, 2015

    University of Iowa

    Created assets for animation research projects Researched & wrote technology request proposals Created equipment management systems for the Intermedia program

    Animation Instructor/Club Adviser

    Aug, 2011 - Aug, 2014

    Southeastern Community College

    Taught all animation courses (beginner-advanced) Supervised animation club members in all activities Executed changes to the animation program in accordance with advisory board recommendations Created collaborative relations between the animation program & local industries

    Animator/Render Wrangler

    Sep, 2009 - Jul, 2010

    Reel FX Creative Studios

    Animated shots for Open Season 3 Performed quality control for Open Season 3, Looney Shortz, DC Universe, & Webosaurs Managed the render farm at night

    Education

    Bachelor of Science - Environmental Design

    Aug, 1998 - Dec, 2001

    Texas A&M University

    Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Animation

    Aug, 2005 - May, 2008

    Ringling College of Art + Design

    Entertainment Technology

    Aug, 2004 - May, 2005

    Carnegie Mellon University

    Languages

    Spanish

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