Leon Peter Cruz is a Los Angeles-based animator, educator, and digital artist with an MFA in Animation and Digital Arts from USC. With expertise in virtual production, 3D animation, and motion capture, he has worked on major projects like Mufasa: The Lion King and Snow White.

Leon has taught animation, virtual production, and visual effects at top institutions, blending technical expertise with innovative storytelling. Skilled in Maya, Unreal Engine, ZBrush, and Adobe Creative Suite, he creates compelling visuals and mentors the next generation of artists.