David Jarred
Animation Director | Producer | Visual Artist
Curriculum Vitae
Artistic Vision
David Jarred is an award-winning animation director, producer, and visual artist specializing in stop-motion animation, cinematography, and lighting. His work challenges the boundaries of animation by integrating sculpture, theatrical elements, and experimental cinematography, pushing the physicality of stop-motion animation beyond traditional formats. Through a commitment to artistry, technical craft, and redefining animation, David collaborates with ad agencies, producers, and artists to craft visually stunning, high-impact content for film, advertising, and immersive experiences.
Selected Art Exhibitions (Reverse Chronological Order)
2023
The Fluorescent Forest – Cincinnati Nature Center (Commissioned)
2022
The Electric Garden at Light in the Forest – Cincinnati Nature Center (Commissioned)
Blink, a Festival of Light and Art – Wearable blacklight sculptures (Commissioned by ArtWorks Cincinnati)
London International Monthly Film Festival – Animation Award, UK
2021
International Moving Film Festival – Finalist Best Animated Film, Iran
4th Dimension Independent Film Festival – Finalist Best Animated Film, Indonesia
Medusa Film Festival – Best Short Award Winner, USA
Wilson Arts’ National Multi-Media Juried Art Show – Featuring Riptide Rhapsody
Tokyo Lift-Off Film Festival – Judges Selection, Japan
2020
Blue TV Eyes – Animated short featuring music from Woody Trinkle
2019
Gwendolyn at CampSITE – Large-scale illuminated sculpture
Blink Parade – Grant-funded 32-foot puppet performance
2018
LOOK, People’s Liberty – Interactive video installation
Featured Artist, The Next Edition – Felsenhaus242 Gallery
2016
Contemporary Arts Center – Screening of Riptide Rhapsody
Montreal International Animation Festival (ANIMAZE) – Museum of Fine Arts, Montreal
Spotlight Short Film Awards – Platinum Award, Atlanta
2015 & Earlier
Numerous screenings, gallery exhibitions, and multimedia installations, including the Cincinnati Fringe Festival, Symbiotic Gallery, Wexner Center for the Arts, and Painted Birds Film Festival.
Golden Brown Enterprises – Produced Animation (Selected Works)
2024
Better at Work with Liz – Web series (Adobe Illustrator & After Effects)
2023
Instructions Set in Bone – Stop Motion Animation
2022
Spotify Animation for The Dan Gootner Band – Animated looping visual
NDA Corporate Training Video – Commissioned animation for internal training
Why Do Ticks Bite? – Animated explainer for Ranger Ready insect repellent
2021
Why Do Mosquitoes Bite? – Animated explainer for Ranger Ready
2016
Riptide Rhapsody – Stop-motion animation with The Happy Maladies
2014 & Earlier
Frankenstein – Cincy Fringe Festival projection mapping
Whisper – Silent digital video exploring commercial aesthetics
The Body Speaks: Captured – Video installation with Pones Inc.
Education & Professional Development
BFA in Sculpture & Electronic Arts – Xavier University
Guest lecturer at University of Tampa, Miami University of Ohio, and various industry events
Contact & Collaboration
📩 Looking for an animation director or stop-motion specialist for your next project? Contact David Jarred to bring your vision to life.