stephenchristensen
ART DIRECTOR • DESIGNER • WORLD BUILDER
IMAGINE • BETTER • worlds
SELECTED • WORK
ABOUT • BIO
stephenchristensen
Stephen Christensen is a freelance Art Director & Designer in the entertainment industry. He is known for his work on such projects as: The Avatar Sequels, Tenet, The Ballad of Buster Scruggs, Kong: Skull Island, Tomorrowland, Doctor Strange, Captain America: Winter Soldier, Guardians of the Galaxy, Saving Mr. Banks & the Star Trek Franchise. Other clients include Apple, The Olympics, & Walt Disney Imagineering. He has been privileged to work with some of the best artists, producers & directors in the industry including: JJ Abrams, Brad Bird, James Cameron, The Coen Brothers, Christopher Nolan & Steven Spielberg.
Stephen’s interest in art & storytelling began at an early age. Growing up, he won many awards in 4H and state competitions for his painting, sculpture & design projects. He was a leader in his Boy Scout Troop and earned the rank of Eagle. His love for movies started in high school while working at a small neighborhood video store. Stephen created his own college degree & graduated from the University of Utah with a Bachelors of Universal Studies with an emphasis in Entertainment Design.
Stephen grew up in the western United States & in South America. He currently lives in Southern California with his wife, 3 children & a pack of bulldogs. He & his wife have had the privilege to foster children in need.
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ART DIRECTOR
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WORLD BUILDER
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CONCEPT
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Initial Brainstorming, Concept Exploration
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Workshop, & Prototype Ideas
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Visual Reference Research
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LookBook Presentation
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Pitch Package
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DESIGN
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Concept Illustration, CAD Drafting, Build Drawings, 3D Models, Physical Models, Previs Animation, VR/AR Walk Trough
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ART DIRECTION
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Project Management
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PUBLIC SPEAKING / WORK SHOPS
* We have the resources to put together the right Team & Talent for the Budget and Size of your Project.