John Donkin, a renowned figure in the animation industry, began his remarkable journey in 1983 when he joined the prestigious Computer Graphics Research Group at The Ohio State University. Under the guidance of this world-renowned institution, Donkin honed his skills and laid the foundation for a career that would span decades.
As a senior animator at Cranston/Csuri Productions, a pioneering CG company, Donkin had the opportunity to work on various projects, further refining his expertise and building a strong foundation for his future endeavors.
In 1998, Donkin joined Blue Sky Studios as the managing technical director, where he played a pivotal role in the development of the production pipeline for the studio's first animated feature film, Ice Age. His contributions did not go unnoticed, as he went on to become the Associate Producer for the film, which earned critical acclaim and commercial success.
Donkin's impressive resume continued to grow as he produced several other notable projects for Blue Sky Studios, including Rio and Rio2, which became a global hit franchise, Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs, which grossed over $887 million worldwide, Ice Age: Continental Drift, Robots, and Blue Sky's Academy Award-nominated short, No Time for Nuts.
Throughout his illustrious career, Donkin has been recognized for his outstanding work, including an Academy Award nomination in 2003 for his role as producer of Gone Nutty, an animated short created at Blue Sky Studios featuring the beloved Scrat character from the "Ice Age" films.
John Donkin's remarkable journey serves as a testament to his dedication, perseverance, and passion for the animation industry, leaving a lasting impact on the world of computer-generated imagery and animation.
