INTRODUCING OUR RANDOM42 TEAM

BA Computer Visualisation and Animation
Bournemouth University

Music Production
Academy of Contemporary Music

Since joining Random42 in 2010, Leo has seen the company through major stages of its development and growth. In those eight years he has progressed to the role of Production Director. As Production Director Leo is responsible for managing Random42’s team of artists, overseeing projects through every step of the production process and orchestrating pipeline development. He previously worked in music, producing tracks and SFX for the medcoms, television and games industries. His music experience includes co-writing and producing the soundtrack for the viral game ‘Surgeon Simulator’. At Random42, he marries his expertise in 3D graphics and music to ensure that all animations are visually and sonically cohesive.

HND Technical Illustration and Visual Communications
Warwickshire College

C&G Photography
Warwickshire College

PTLLS Teacher training
Warwickshire College

Matthew has over 12 years of experience creating 3D animation and graphics for broadcasters such as BBC, ITV, Channel 4 as well as The Discovery Channel and The History Channel. Matthew has worked on many high profile projects including several episodes of ‘Horizon’ for BBC and a major US adaptation of Brian Greene’s bestselling book ‘The Elegant Universe’. As well as a career in broadcast graphics he has also taught 3D animation and photography at a local college. Matthew is also a keen landscape photographer and has had his work exhibited. As Creative Director Matthew is responsible for leading the animation team and for co-ordinating the overall look for projects.

MA (Hons) Computer Visualisation and Animation
Supinfocom

Tolga is a Senior Art Director at Random42. He studied animation at Supinfocom, France, where he co-directed an award-winning animation short. Before joining Random42, Tolga worked at a creative studio specialised in the fields of design, commercial and visual arts but also spent over 5 years at a leading British visual effects and film production company. His filmography includes Oscar winning ‘Ex Machina’, along with ‘The Dark Knight Rises’, ‘Avengers’, ‘Spectre’ and more. Fascinated by science, Random42 is the right place to combine both of his passions.

Bacherlor of Arts in Media Studies
Universidad Complutense de Madrid

Digital Animation and Visual Effects Production Diploma
The Dave School (Orlando, USA)

Professional photography diploma
EFTI (Madrid)

Víctor joined Random42 as a 3D artist, coming from a previous working experience as 3D artist in the film industry. He began his career as an editor in television before he decided to dive into the 3D and VFX world. As an Art director, Victor leads the creation of an animation work, from its starting storyboard and look development stage to the final edit, based on a client’s needs regarding the marketing of their product. Outside of work he dedicates his time to some of his biggest passions: photography, animals and nature, concerts, travelling, and spending time with his closest people.

3D Digital Animation
The University of Hertfordshire

Nicola has recently rejoined Random42 as an Art Director. She was previously with us from back in 2014 for 3 years before leaving in 2017 to work as a Lighting Technical Director within the film industry, some of the projects she worked on include, The Lion King, Fast & Furious, No Time To Die, Little Women. At Random42 Nicola is responsible for directing the creation of animations from storyboards, through to the final edit whilst taking into account, client needs, values and scientific accuracy. Outside of work, Nicola enjoys rock climbing, painting, gaming and films

BA(Hons) Computer Visualisation and Animation
Bournemouth University

Chun You has joined us all the way from Singapore. He has always enjoyed mathematics and physics, but also liked to dabble around with art and see “pretty stuff”. Chun You found that 3D Animation sparked his interest, and decided to come to Bournemouth where they taught both the aesthetic and technical aspects of 3D Animation, which he found really exciting. In his spare time, Chun You enjoys gaming, baking, sports and sleeping!

BA (Hons) Visual Effects for Film and TV
University of Hertfordshire

Simeon studied at the University of Hertfordshire, graduating with first class honours in visual effects for film and TV. In his spare time he likes to further his knowledge in 3D and its surrounding disciplines including photography. Simeon also has a passion for music, enjoys going to the cinema, hitting the pub and reminding people that he can… read!

BSc (Hons) 3D Animation
Bellecour Ecole Lyon

Tristan is from France, where he has lived all his life, until he joined Random42. He graduated in 3D Animation and has a professional background of two years with a studio based in Lyon, however, he decided to leave France to come to England to join his girlfriend and find a job to really kickstart his 3D career! Tristan has a passion for the 3D world, stating ‘every day since working in 3D, is not a working day at all’, he loves what he does and wants to learn more. In his spare time, he loves to explore things in 3D and work on personal projects. Tristan is also a gamer and enjoys discovering new places, walking and photography.

Electrotechnical Computer Systems
PSE Havirov

Jiri is originally from the Czech Republic but has now lived in the UK for eight years. He studied Electrotechnical Computer Systems in Havirov, Czech Republic, but later fell in love with 3D modelling and animation. Before working for Random42, Jiri was working as a freelance 3D Generalist. He has a big family back in the Czech Republic and loves to go back to visit. Jiri loves all the good stuff, like great music, tasty food and holidays in sunny countries. He also likes Thai boxing, hockey and squash.

BSc (Hons) Digital film and 3D Animation Technology
Staffordshire University

Connor has always been inspired by Art, from primary through to secondary, followed by studying graphic design and illustration in college and then finally the big move to Staffordshire Uni to study 3D animation and VFX. In his spare time Connor loves spending quality time with family, friends and work colleagues, venturing to new places and being from Cornwall, obviously enjoys a good pasty. Connor also likes, trampolining which he discovered at University, along with exercising, scenic walks and of course relaxing with a good pc/console game at the end of the day.

Graduation – Architecture
UNAMA Universidade da Amazonia

Post graduation – 3D Design
SENAC Sao Paulo

Artur graduated in Architecture and post graduated in 3D Graphics in Brazil. He came to London in 2013 and started working at a 3D printing company, which happened to send him to Random42 to deliver a 3D printer. When he arrived at the office, it was love at first sight (at least for Artur!). He found himself surrounded by beautiful medical images, that he didn’t even know what they were… but he wanted to do it too. “Lucky me, they hired me! I’ve been working as a 3D artist since” he says. Coming from a ‘hand tight’ architectural 3D visualization background, Artur was amazed by how Random42 allows employees to work freely, exploring the different skills on each artist.

BSc (Hons) Visual Effects and Motion Graphics
Brunel University London

Jourdain was born in London and has lived there for most of his life. In his free time Jourdain’s interests include dancing, gaming and creating abstract 3D art.

B.Des (Hons) Graphic Design
Centro Universitário da Cidade 

Marcelo is originally from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where he graduated in Graphic Design and worked in motion graphics for the most part of his career prior to moving to London in October of 2017. He has always enjoyed sci-fi and horror movies and his hobby is designing monsters using traditional techniques of sculpture and CGI. Marcelo is also a great Skydiving enthusiast.

BSc (Hons) Multimedia and Graphic Arts
Cyprus University of Technology

Andreas graduated from Cyprus University of Technology, where he studied Multimedia and Graphic Arts. He moved to London on the night of his graduation ceremony back in 2015 and has lived there ever since. His interests include watching series, such as, Game of Thrones or the Walking Dead, as well as drawing or walking around with his camera taking pictures, and exploring London.

Digital Animation BA (Hons)
University of Hertfordshire

Harvey joined our production team as a Junior 3D Artist. He has always been interested in art, from a young age, and eventually found himself wanting to make experimental abstract pieces in his spare time. In his spare time, he enjoys going on adventures with friends, the occasional book and playing lots and lots of video games.

BA (Hons) Computer Visualisation and Animation
Bournemouth University

MA Digital Effects
Bournemouth University 

Originally from Cyprus, Stefanie graduated from Bournemouth University, where she studied (BA) Computer Animation and Visualisation and MA Digital Effects. As a 3D Artist, her favourite part of the job is learning so many interesting scientific facts and the ability to visualize them creatively as well as working with great people who share similar interests. Stefanie’s biggest passions include VFX and Dance.

BA (Hons) Animation for Film and Games
University of Hertfordshire

Pan studied Animation for Film and Games at The University of Hertfordshire, where he also coached gymnastics and was involved in the music society. Before starting work here at Random42, Pan was freelancing in graphic design and 3D animating/modelling. In his spare time, he enjoys doing an array of activities such as going to the gym, gymnastics, playing instruments, photography, personal projects and planning world domination! Just as per your average Joe.

BA (Hons) Computer Animation Art
University of Bournemouth

Emma studied computer animation arts at the University of Bournemouth. She has a background in film, TV, and advertising, working at companies including MPC and DNEG, with her last role working in TV as a Senior Artist. Outside of work, Emma’s interests include skiing, sailing in the sun, and baking brownies!

Filmmaking and audiovisual
Institut Mare de Déu de la Mercè

Master of 3D modelling and texturing
Animum Creativity School

Hector studied filmmaking and audiovisual communication in Spain before later specialising in 3D modelling and texturing with an online master at Animum Creativity School. His previous experience is in cartoon TV shows and phone videogames, mainly as a texture artist. Hector is originally from Barcelona and has also lived in Dublin, before recently moving to join us in London. In his spare time, he enjoys videogames, theme parks and trap music.

BA (Hons) Games Art
University of Bolton

Steven studied Games Art at the University of Bolton. He has a background in marketing, doing 3D modelling and animation for major tech and engineering companies, including giants Samsung and LG. Steven joined Random42 to get away from technical engineering clients, and into more creative and inspiring abstract work. Steven enjoys being in a room full of amazing talent to learn from, and he says that’s definitely on the cards here. Outside of work Steven enjoys hitting the gym and hitting the pub in equal measures. It is all about balance.

BSc Chemical Engineering
Bosphorus University (Istanbul, Turkey)

Digital Animation and Visual Effects School Production Diploma
The DAVE School (Orlando, USA)

Turker studied Chemical Engineering because he loved to create things using science and technology. As a result of this natural artistic tendency, he later combined this dream with his life long love of computers and became a CG artist. For many years he worked as a freelance artist in Turkey which allowed him to gain experience of a variety of aspects across the industry, from script development to negotiations, rigging to animating, sculpting to simulations. Turker is new to London and enjoys long walks, is a big Alex Garland fan, and he is passionate about quality mystery movies. He has the ambition to one day write the most mind-bending movie script ever, and preferably direct it to.

BA (Hons) Visual Effects for Film and Television
University of Hertfordshire

Lyubo has recently joined us after gaining significant experience interning in a Visual Effects studio and a Design & Brand agency. He brings this experience to Random42 where he enjoys a variety of different projects you can work on as a 3D Generalist. Lyubo has a huge interest in anything that is computer-generated, he likes watching animated movies and going to the cinema, especially to see Marvel or Star Wars movies. In his free time, Lyubo likes going to the gym, watching football, going out with friends and being the tourist in London, and occasionally playing video games… He also likes petting cats, dogs and other lovely animals.

BSc (Hons) CGI & Digital Effects
Staffordshire University

Dan graduated from Staffordshire University with a first in CGI & Digital Effects. Ever since a young age, he has been aspiring to work in the animation industry, creating many personal projects in his spare time. Dan also loves any new technology including virtual reality and 3D printing. Away from the computer he enjoys hiking in the countryside and exploring new places.

BA Computer Animation Arts
Bournemouth University

MA Digital Effects
Bournemouth University

Victoria was born in Taiwan and moved to the UK when she was very young and has lived here ever since. She studied at Bournemouth University for both her undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. Since graduating in September 2019, Victoria joined MPC to work on the Oscar-nominated film ‘Cats’ (2019) and Golden Globe Award winner ‘1917’ (2020). In her free time, Victoria likes to explore the different restaurants and cafes around London with friends and family, watch films and tv shows, read and bake. She also loves to travel and would like to do more of it in the future!

BA (Hons) 3D Computer Animation and Modelling
University of Hertfordshire

Sarah studied 3D modelling and animation at the University of Hertfordshire. Following this she returned to the University of Hertfordshire to teach as a visiting lecturer, working predominantly with first-year students. In her free time, Sarah enjoys watching anime, eating, sleeping and visiting unusual places and galleries.

BSc (Hons) Digital Arts
University of Kent

MSc Digital Visual Effects
University of Kent

Sam graduated from the University of Kent, gaining his bachelor’s in Digital Arts and his Master’s in Digital Visual Effects. In his final year of study, his work reached the finals for the 2020 Lumen Arts Student Award. Sam brings this experience and passion to Random42 as a Junior 3D Generalist. Sam is fascinated with simulations, which inspired him to learn Houdini.  Outside of work, Sam loves to play the piano and enjoys composing his own music. He also has a passion for cinematography, such as camera motion, lighting, and framing. In his free time, you will find Sam walking his dog, cycling in the Kent countryside, or doing Pilates to keep fit and help with the aches and pains that come with working at a computer for hours on end.

BA (Hons) Computer Animation Art and Design
Bournemouth University

Jeffrey has always had a passion for visual art. Raised in France, it was not until he entered Bournemouth University that he truly fell in love with the world of 3D. Graduating with a degree in Computer Animation Arts and Design, Jeff has focused on developing his skills in look development. Outside of work, he enjoys series, graphic novels, and competitive team sport.

BE Digital Media Technology
Beijing Institute of Graphic Communication

BA Video Production
Ball State University

MA Digital Effects
Bournemouth University

Xinyu has recently joined us as a Junior 3D Generalist. She originally grew up in Beijing but moved to Indiana, US, and Bournemouth, UK, for her studies. Xinyu has previous experience as a Motion Graphic Designer for a live-broadcasting studio in China Central Television, Beijing.  In her spare time, she is interested in sketching, watercolour painting, and visiting museums and art galleries.

Game Art
Escape Studios London

Whilst studying art Jakub was always drawn towards the tech responsible for any scene running in real-time. He is mostly self-taught in Unreal’s shader creation and blueprint logic, which has allowed him to develop tools for the Epic Games marketplace. Jakub also started learning Houdini, opening completely new workflows. At Random42 Jakub combines everything he has learned to help create beautiful, abstract environments and interactive experiences all in UE4. Outside of work hours he likes to work out to counter his “sitting” lifestyle and loves to play with large cats.

BA (Hons) Computer Animation Arts
Bournemouth University

Illustration diploma
Reykjavik School of Visual Art

Gudny grew up in Iceland. Her family owns the oldest café in Reykjavik, where she worked until moving into the industry. Gudny grew up surrounded by artists and studied violin and opera singing as a hobby, igniting her love for visual art in all its forms. Gudny worked at Blue Zoo as a modeller for animated series, creating props and environments. Before that, she did illustrations for children’s books and educational material. At Random42, Gudny is responsible for creating fun and aesthetic ways to visualise the unseeable as a Junior Generalist. Gudny loves survival games, role-playing games, horror stories, music, and film. If an animated film exists, she has probably seen it (even the bad ones). Show her a dog and she will instantly fall in love with it.

BA (Hons) 3D Computer Animation and Modelling
University of Hertfordshire

From hot and sunny Singapore, Victoria moved to England to study at the University of Hertfordshire. Victoria previously worked in the marketing sector but decided 3D was a better fit for her as she enjoys creating beautiful and realistic pieces of art and seeing them come to life. Outside of work, Victoria enjoys playing the piano, video games, experimenting with makeup, and hitting the gym during her free time!

BA (Hons) 3D Animation and Visual Effects
University of Hertfordshire

Even before discovering her passion for 3D animation, Aleksandra had a keen interest in biomedical sciences. Joining Random42 allowed her to combine two of her passions into a career that will hopefully pave the way for her as a growing artist. In her spare time, she enjoys both creative and movie/game-centered academic writing, going out dancing and exploring a variety of what London has to offer.

BSc (Hons) Multimedia Computing & Animation
University of Westminster

Patrick studied at the University of Westminster in Multimedia Computing & Animation. Since graduation, he has been working in the VFX film industry, starting as a render farm wrangler to his eventual move towards animation, where his interests lie, working on such projects as Jungle Book, The Lion King, Dumbo, The One and Only Ivan and Clifford. At Random42, Patrick is responsible for bringing characters from humans to microscopic molecules to life through motion. Outside of work, Patrick enjoys going to the cinema, playing games, crafting, and occasionally escaping from a hoard of goblins in Dungeons and Dragons.

BSc (Hons) Multimedia Technology
University of Greenwich 

Mac studied Multimedia Technology at the University of Greenwich, which he found very interesting, covering all aspects of digital media production. Since graduating, Mac has had experience working in different media agencies, in addition to broadcast post-production houses, as a Motion Designer. As the 2D Graphics Director, Mac is responsible for overseeing all the motion design and print work carried out in the marketing and production departments. In his spare time, he enjoys listening to music, playing sports and creating personal motion design projects.

Bachelor in Design & Communication
Billy Blue College of Design

Oliver is from Sydney, Australia. He finished studying at Billy Blue College of Design and since then has had a history in graphic design, film production and custom fabrication. In his spare time he writes music, attends gigs and enjoys skateboarding.

Ba(Hons) Graphic Design
Ravensbourne University

Satnam is a Graphic Designer and Illustrator, who recently graduated Ravensbourne with a First-class Ba(Hons) in Graphic Design. Within Random42, he works alongside the 2D department designing assets for both production and marketing. In his spare time, he likes to: draw, read comic books and watch films.

BA (Hons) Graphic Design
Coventry University

Ana has worked as an in-house graphic designer and as a freelancer for the past two years, with experience mostly in print design, recently focusing more on motion graphics. Ana’s role at Random42 includes designing 2D assets for production and marketing. During her spare time, she likes to play games, watch films, and read books. Ana also studies astronomy/astrophysics part-time, as that’s one of her biggest passions other than design.

BA Computer Visualisation and Animation
Bournemouth University

As lead of the Interactive Department, Leon likes to focus on the technical side of Random42’s interactive experiences, using his broad programming knowledge to provide robust code bases and smooth releases across projects. Having previously worked in the company as a 3D artist, Leon is able to bridge the two departments and ensure quick and effective communication between artists and developers. His passion for problem-solving and robust software development lead him to develop most of the company’s pipeline as well, creating tools which are now a core part of Random42’s technical infrastructure and constantly striving to improve production workflow. In his free time he likes to take on personal projects, some of which got featured on popular outlets like the Time Magazine, the ProductHunt website and Channel Asia. He also has a keen interest in gaming culture, and enjoys regular physical exercise and weightlifting in-between long hikes immersed in nature.

BSc (Hons) Human-Computer Systems
Edinburgh Napier University

MSc Computer Science
University of Glasgow

Since completing his Masters in Computer Science David has worked as a VR developer building interactive games and applications. Previously he worked as a web and IT consultant helping businesses adopt new technologies. He joined our interactive team to helps us create new and exciting AR and VR experiences. His hobbies include hiking, cycling, gaming and creating his own personal AR and VR projects.

BSc Computer Games Development – University of East London

MSc Games Development – Kingston University

In the two and a bit years since finishing his Masters in Games Development, Zack has spent his time teaching programming and developing VR games at an indie studio he co-founded. He’s since joined Random42’s interactive team to help expand the AR/VR development pipeline and create interesting interactive experiences. In his free time, Zack enjoys running, cooking and playing a variety of computer/board/card games.