CAM KANIA

Sr. Technical Artist & Ride Animator

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Nice to meet you, I'm Cam. I love telling stories through motion.

I spent the first ten years of my career designing rides and shows in the themed entertainment industry.

At Universal Creative, I led ride animation for the Ride Design & Show Technology group. I delivered final ride vehicle choreography as well as any custom software needed to translate the curves into positional data.

I founded Pretend Simulations in 2024. We help clients use visual and empirical data to design new forms of entertainment.

When I'm not animating, I'm usually working on my robotics degree, traveling to new destinations, or chowing down on some Lexington-style BBQ.

I also love mentoring students as they navigate this rapidly-expanding industry. I've spoken to student clubs and judged competitions like the Ride Engineering Competition.

Check out my resume & projects to get a rundown of my work. You can shoot me an email or hop on my calendar if you'd like to connect.

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