Monty Oum

Animator and director of RWBY

Monty Oum - Animator and director of RWBY
Born

1981
44 years ago

Died

February 1st, 2015
10 years ago — 34 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An animator and director focused on creating engaging animated works, particularly in the realm of web series. Best recognized for developing the series RWBY, which garnered a significant following and was praised for its unique art style and storytelling. Initially began as a 3D animator for Rooster Teeth Productions, contributing to projects such as Red vs. Blue. Later transitioned to direct RWBY, which premiered in 2013, showcasing innovative animation techniques and a captivating narrative set in a fantasy world. Contributed significantly to the growth of online animation as a popular entertainment medium.

Created the animated series RWBY

Contributed to Red vs. Blue

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