Robert Scopinich is an artist whose origins are rooted in advertising, surf culture, and fine art. Twice winner of the Emmy Award, and recipient of the 2000 Monitor Award, his work has been recognized as a contributing influence on the graphic styles in film and television from the eighty's to the present. His career began in advertising as an art director for the New York Agency Levine, Huntley, Schmidt, where he developed a keen understanding for both the print and the television media. His background as a painter and sculptor brought his artistic talents to early recognition at The Jasper Galleries on New York’s East 57th Street. Robert received his Bachelor's degree at Santa Clara University and a Masters degree in Design at Pratt Institute, New York. These credentials earned him positions as senior effects animator at Dolphin and Images West the leading effects companies at that time. He was recruited by NBC to develop their special effects animation department and to design high-impact graphics for Network On-Air Promotions. He then went on to develop his own company specializing in creative design and technical consulting. Robert has worked at several Los Angeles post houses as a digital effects artist and has traveled worldwide as a recognized Hollywood talent. He continues to perform high-end compositing and VFX for Feature Films and Commercials. Well acquainted with the tools of the new media Robert embraces many roles of production including VFX Supervision, Previsualization, Compositing, Digital Matte Painting, Editing, and Concept Design. Robert is an active member of The Visual Effects Society. His fine art art work is featured in the recent edition of VESAGE. He is an avid surfer and a fine arts painter. His love for the arts embraces both his personal and professional life.
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