Veteran industry exec will oversee development and launch of original IP and creative projects for kids at the Massachusetts-based animation, motion graphics, and mixed media studio.
A 15-year industry veteran and filmmaker, performer, and creative executive, Beck joined French Irish children’s entertainment company Fun Academy in 2015, where he produced, co-directed, and co-starred alongside Logan Lerman and Helena Bonham Carter in the 2018 animated feature, Sgt. Stubby, while also serving as a start-up executive. After the film’s release Beck served as chief operations officer, overseeing all aspects of its film, television, and digital content development.
“After a year where all of us were on the sidelines with the pandemic, everybody has had time to assess what matters most in both our personal and professional lives; for me, it’s working with passionate and creative people to deliver quality entertainment that families can share,” shared Beck. “Hero4Hire has already spent a decade creating world-class animation for clients and I can’t wait to get our original creations off the ground.”
Prior to his Fun Academy tenure, after graduating from University of Georgia, Beck started off working as a freelance graphic designer and session/touring musician for independent bands, music venues, theatrical performances, and recording studios. He also served as entertainment and creative director for the National Infantry Museum & Soldier Center near Ft. Benning, GA. Beyond his work in the entertainment industry, Beck is a decorated military intelligence officer in the Georgia Army National Guard.
Massachusetts-based Hero4Hire Creative is an animation, motion graphics, and mixed media studio that provides end-to-end production services for brands and agencies while also developing original IP. Founded in 2010, major international clients include Nickelodeon, Sesame Workshop, Cartoon Network, and Hasbro.
Source: Hero4Hire Creative
