Never Say Die

Allen Marin
Allen Marin graduated from Middle Tennessee State University with a Bachelor of Science in Animation in 2024. Allen has loved watching media and playing video games ever since he was young. Watching fantastic characters do things that are impossible, and playing games that pull into a new world. He admired it all and was inspired to be able to create work like that. Now he wants to be part of that inspiration for others.
Allen wants to go into the field as a 3D Generalist as he enjoys a majority of the 3D animation pipeline. Being able to be flexible in this industry can be extremely beneficial, so he wants to be
able to fit into any role. He wants to prove himself and learn as much as possible to grow into an artist that he always wanted to be

Brady Nabors
Brady Nabors is a 3D Generalist and Graphic Designer who recently graduated from Middle Tennessee State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Animation. Brady has been drawing characters from the moment he could pick up a pencil. He grew up watching cartoons and has a passion for animation and film in general. As a child, Brady said that he wanted to become a cartoonist. By the time he reached high school, Brady knew that his dream job would be a career in the field of animation where he could help tell inspiring stories and bring interesting characters to life on screen. Brady especially enjoys character modeling and character animation, and he is always looking to improve his skills.

Johannes Odom
Johannes Odom is a 3D generalist who recently graduated from Middle Tennessee State University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Animation in December 2024. Growing up inspired by animated movies and shows fueled his passion for storytelling through animation and guided his creative path. Johannes specializes in various aspects of the animation pipeline, including animation, modeling, texturing, and rigging. Johannes is dedicated to his craft and is constantly learning and striving to enhance and polish his skills.

Joshua Mahan
Joshua Mahan is a 3D animator and Unreal Engine enthusiast who graduated from Middle Tennessee State University with a Bachelor of Science in animation. Josh has had a love of animation since before he could pick up a pen and is able to put his dreams into reality through his education.

Madelyn King
Madelyn King is a recent graduate from Middle Tennessee State University with a Bachelor of Science in Animation. Madelyn has been passionate about animation ever since she was little. Her dream began in a small rural town in Arkansas where she immersed herself in all things Disney and Dreamworks. She picked up a pencil and began drawing Disney characters in first grade and has never stopped. Madelyn specializes in character design and animation and loves to bring characters to life. She is passionate about developing new ideas and trying new techniques.

Sid Creter
Sid Creter is a 3D Animation Generalist who graduated from Middle Tennessee State University with a Bachelor of Science in Animation, (2024). Sid had always wanted to work in the entertainment industry, and now he is able to make his dreams come true through animation. Sid Specializes is 3D
modeling, texturing, and animating, and he hopes to make more stylized animations in the future. Sid has previously written and published a Creative Thesis for his school about the similarities and differences in the 2D and 3D animating processes, (2023). Sid is excited to improve his animation skills and create more animations in the future.

Serena Stewart
Serena Stewart is an Animation Generalist who graduated from Middle Tennessee State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Animation in December of 2024. She always loved drawing and grew up doodling in her school notes. As she grew up, she found not only a deep appreciation for animation, but also that people make a living off drawing 24/7. She decided to pursue a career by the end of high school due to her growing interest. She tends to be a bit more cartoony in her personal work but adapts however she can. She is currently trying and learning different things in the realm of animation to see which ones she thrives in.

Star Akhom
Star Akhom is an 3D and Animation Generalist who graduated from Middle Tennessee State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Animation in December 2024. He has always been in love of animation since a child. He started his goal in Smyrna TN and attended Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU. Star started off as an 2D animator and realized the potential of a 3D Generalist and kept pursuing it. He specialized in 2D animation and a 3D Generalist and always pursues to learn more. His passion for this Industry will only grow each passing day.