Chuck DeGroot - Principal/Animator
Chuck was raised in the suburbs of Pittsburgh, PA, and educated at The Art Institute of Pittsburgh with a focus on Digital Media Production.
He began animating from the early age of 14, and for the last 6 years has directed multiple facets of design and animation in the professional realm. These projects have ranged from :30 branding spots for Verizon FiOS fiber optic system, to long format advertisements for Goodwill and Delallo Foods.
In addition to running the design studio, Chuck operates a small recording studio, where he lends a hand to local recording artists.
Josh Tumpak - Senior Animator
Also a graduate of the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, Josh finished the Media Arts and Animation program in 2003 and has been animating, compositing, and editing ever since.
With over 8 years of experience and hundreds of TV spots produced for a wide variety of clients including those in healthcare, automotive, political, telecommunications, and many more, he's created content for local, regional, and national markets. Having had an interest in all things artistic since childhood, he's been able to consistently meet and exceed clients' expectations throughout the years.
With over 8 years of experience and hundreds of TV spots produced for a wide variety of clients including those in healthcare, automotive, political, telecommunications, and many more, he's created content for local, regional, and national markets. Having had an interest in all things artistic since childhood, he's been able to consistently meet and exceed clients' expectations throughout the years.
When not strapped into the editing chair, he enjoys gaming, bicycling, hiking, and gardening.