Ryan Jewell

With over 10 years of experience in the game industry, Ryan Jewell brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the classroom. After graduating with a Bachelor's in Game Art and Design from the Art Institute of California, San Diego, he honed his skills at Sony Online Entertainment as an intern and went on to work at PlayStation Studios on iconic titles such as Uncharted 4, God of War, Marvel's Spider-Man, Death Stranding, The Last of Us Part 1, and most recently, Helldivers 2. Currently, as a Lead Environment Artist, he leads projects, trains both artists and project leads, and collaborates with vendor studios from all over the world to improve their skills. His passion for game art stems from the joy of witnessing worlds come to life, from initial concepts to immersive realities players can interact with. He is excited to share his experience and knowledge with students, helping them develop their skills and contribute to the magic of game creation.