Ethan Hurd
Ethan Hurd is an animation artist with over two decades of experience in Animation. Classically trained in 2D animation at California Institute of the Arts (CalArts), Ethan switched to working on computer animation in order to work on Toy Story 2. He has worked at such studios as Pixar, DreamWorks, Disney, Sony Imageworks and Framestore to name a few.
Ethan has helped bring characters to life on such films as Bolt, Detective Pikachu, Madagascar, I Am Legend, Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, Shrek, and Surf’s Up. Ethan has enjoyed teaching every level at Animation Mentor, from the basics to acting. He is currently the Animation Lead at Sony Picture Entertainment’s Torchlight division.
Ethan’s Credits
Pokémon Detective Pikachu
Toy Story 2
Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs
Shrek
Recent Films
- Venom 3: The Last Dance
- Red One
- Kraven the Hunter
- Pokémon Detective Pikachu
- Planes
- Arthur Christmas
- Gnomeo and Juliet
- Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs
- Bolt
- Beowulf
Other Films
- Surf’s Up
- Open Season
- Madagascar
- Shrek 2
- Shrek
- Toy Story 2
Short Films
- It’s Tough to Be a Bug
- Hubert’s Brain
- Shrek 4-D
- Far Far Away Idol
Television
- Marvel’s What If…?
- Road of Vengeance
What Ethan’s Students are Saying
I HIGHLY Recommend Him to Anyone
Ethan Hurd is a great mentor and I HIGHLY recommend him to anyone that has the opportunity to do so. Good humored as a person and clear cut in his feedback. He will let you know what you need to hear and I can appreciate that.
Makes Himself Super Available for His Students
Well prepared Q&As, Ethan makes himself super available for his students (for mid critics, moral support, every question we may have, etc …) Definitely Ethan has made this Class 3 very comforting with pertinent and well explained critics about what was wrong and how to improve it. He always gave tips and explained to us his way of working in the industry.
Helpful, Straight to the Point, and Well Explained
I find Ethan’s Q&A’s very helpful, straight to the point, and well explained. He is organized, prepared, his examples are clear and visual. He uses great references to show his points. He gives extra to answer questions and is attentive to students. I am very happy! Which is why I registered for AN03 with him as well!
The Best Mentor I’ve Ever Had so Far
The best mentor I’ve ever had so far in my opinion. Even if all mentors are great ! His courses are very complete and clear and he doesn’t hesitate to stay longer in the zoom call if needed. Joyful personality.
Rooting for Us to Be the Best Animators We Could Be
My mentor, Ethan Hurd, was phenomenal! He really pushed us to be better without insulting or degrading our work in any way. I could tell he was rooting for us to be the best animators we could be.
I Would Definitely Recommend Him!
Ethan’s a great mentor! His eCritiques are always very helpful and easy to follow. His powerpoint presentations are always informative and he does a good job at showing pictures and videos that help explain what he’s talking about. I would definitely recommend him!
Inspired by His Teaching
Ethan explains everything in a very understandable way. His critiques are precise and to the point and never make you feel like you can’t do it. Time and time again I find myself inspired by his teaching and demos. His years of experience also helps not be able to thwart him on any question thrown his way overall a wonderful mentor.
Always Super Helpful and Never Overwhelming
Ethan has been amazing! He’s been encouraging and accommodating and helped me stay focused and motivated. His eCritiques are always super helpful and never overwhelming, and the Q&As have a great balance of question time along with prepared lessons. I have really enjoyed being in his class this semester.
I HIGHLY Recommend Him to Anyone
Ethan Hurd is a great mentor and I HIGHLY recommend him to anyone that has the opportunity to do so. Good humored as a person and clear cut in his feedback. He will let you know what you need to hear and I can appreciate that.
Makes Himself Super Available for His Students
Well prepared Q&As, Ethan makes himself super available for his students (for mid critics, moral support, every question we may have, etc …) Definitely Ethan has made this Class 3 very comforting with pertinent and well explained critics about what was wrong and how to improve it. He always gave tips and explained to us his way of working in the industry.
Helpful, Straight to the Point, and Well Explained
I find Ethan’s Q&A’s very helpful, straight to the point, and well explained. He is organized, prepared, his examples are clear and visual. He uses great references to show his points. He gives extra to answer questions and is attentive to students. I am very happy! Which is why I registered for AN03 with him as well!
The Best Mentor I’ve Ever Had so Far
The best mentor I’ve ever had so far in my opinion. Even if all mentors are great ! His courses are very complete and clear and he doesn’t hesitate to stay longer in the zoom call if needed. Joyful personality.
Rooting for Us to Be the Best Animators We Could Be
My mentor, Ethan Hurd, was phenomenal! He really pushed us to be better without insulting or degrading our work in any way. I could tell he was rooting for us to be the best animators we could be.
I Would Definitely Recommend Him!
Ethan’s a great mentor! His eCritiques are always very helpful and easy to follow. His powerpoint presentations are always informative and he does a good job at showing pictures and videos that help explain what he’s talking about. I would definitely recommend him!
Inspired by His Teaching
Ethan explains everything in a very understandable way. His critiques are precise and to the point and never make you feel like you can’t do it. Time and time again I find myself inspired by his teaching and demos. His years of experience also helps not be able to thwart him on any question thrown his way overall a wonderful mentor.
Always Super Helpful and Never Overwhelming
Ethan has been amazing! He’s been encouraging and accommodating and helped me stay focused and motivated. His eCritiques are always super helpful and never overwhelming, and the Q&As have a great balance of question time along with prepared lessons. I have really enjoyed being in his class this semester.
Courses Taught By Ethan
Courses may vary from term to term.
Feature Animation
Acting & Polish
12-Week Course
Animate a shot the pros would be proud of and finish your demo reel.