Jeff Kleiser's illustrious career in computer animation has been a cornerstone of innovation and creativity in the medium's history. With a wealth of experience, he has contributed to numerous films featuring groundbreaking visual effects, including the iconic "Tron", "Stargate", "Judge Dredd", "Clear and Present Danger", "Mortal Kombat Annihilation", "X-Men", and "X-Men United". His expertise has also been showcased in films such as "The One", which required the development of cutting-edge digital face replacement techniques, and more recent projects like "Exorcist The Beginning", "Son of the Mask", "Fantastic Four", "Scary Movie 4", and "X-Men: The Last Stand".
In collaboration with Diana Walczak, Kleiser has directed ambitious CG-animated stereoscopic films for various projects, including the award-winning "Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man" thrill ride, "Monsters of Grace" digital opera, "Santa Lights Up New York" for the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, and "Corkscrew Hill" ride attraction. Their work has been recognized at esteemed festivals and institutions, such as the Thea and EDDY Awards, the New York International Children's Film Festival, and the Guggenheim Museum.
Kleiser's dedication to his craft has also led to the creation of "Little Miss Spider: Lost and Found", a CG-animated short film based on David Kirk's best-selling children's book. The film has received widespread acclaim, including being honored as the best of the shorts for tots at the New York International Children's Film Festival and screening at the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C.
Throughout his career, Kleiser has presented papers at numerous international events, including the London Effects and Animation Festival, SIGGRAPH, INAIMAGINA, NAB, Opera Totale, and the Virtual Humans Conference. He has also served as an industry expert in interviews with prominent publications such as The Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, and The ABC Evening News with Peter Jennings.
In addition to his professional achievements, Kleiser is actively involved in various organizations and institutions, including the Visual Effects Society, the Norman Rockwell Museum, the Center for Integrated Media at the California Institute of the Arts, the Williamstown Film Festival, the CGSociety Advisory Board, the Grid Institute, and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
