Joel Fletcher
Joel Fletcher, an accomplished artist and animator, boasts a remarkable 35-year career in the entertainment industry, leaving an indelible mark through his expertise in character animation and visual effects. Hailing from Madison, Wisconsin, his early passion for the arts led him to prolific painting endeavors as a teenager. However, his fascination with stop-motion animation prompted a decisive shift in his creative trajectory. His journey led him to Los Angeles in pursuit of animation opportunities, initially navigating various roles such as model maker and animator. Joel's commitment and unwavering persistence opened doors, enabling him to contribute to renowned projects including iconic titles such as Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas, Disney's Dinosaur, and Peter Jackson's King Kong. As the landscape of animation evolved, Joel embraced computer graphics, eventually becoming a pioneering figure in the world of CGI. He played a pivotal role in Disney's CGI division, supervising animation and mentoring upcoming talents. Beyond his animation career, Joel's multidisciplinary interests span photography, filmmaking, and sculpture. Notably, his passion for 3D photography further enriched his artistic pursuits. Eventually returning to his artistic roots, he ventured back into canvas painting and found solace in traditional art forms. With an illustrious journey marked by innovation, dedication, and a commitment to personal expression, Joel Fletcher's impact resonates both on screen and on canvas.
Known for
Visual EffectsGender
MaleKnown Movie Credits
17![](https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/original/mdMLj91uWlLaWXbO4uLW7dKMABK.jpg)
Crew credits
![](https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/h632/3GwTPQkAcgDeAirRpEuJG8HDdRz.jpg)
Moonwalker
Animation![](https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/h632/yh1I8pMrXMnjb98gGECfykwu8xX.jpg)
Oblivion
Animation![](https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/h632/4fNOp3itFBw7L28kAHxwRPqyZ2K.jpg)
King Kong
Animation![](https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/h632/nC88F3tNp1MKSFWMPGEixjqvhu9.jpg)
Oblivion 2: Backlash
Animation![](https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/h632/qbtZewU6EGvxi8yFVzwZ31NijLX.jpg)
A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors
Special Effects![](https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/h632/AcFFHZGkpLUs31bKf42z8UVLimS.jpg)
Iron Man & Captain America: Heroes United
Animation![](https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/h632/rSje3FS7ycJSglowlngjsvDt7vO.jpg)
Dinosaur
Animation Supervisor, Supervising Animator![](https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/h632/2xa8UzUiOQP3lJa9kkQSYDXCdZZ.jpg)
Magic Island
Animation![](https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/h632/oQffRNjK8e19rF7xVYEN8ew0j7b.jpg)
The Nightmare Before Christmas
Animation![](https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/h632/720enBtdvWBRLge8jlJubLTl9Sf.jpg)
Puppet Master 5
Animation, Visual Effects![](https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/h632/a2xicU8DpKtRizOHjQLC1JyCSRS.jpg)
X-Men: The Last Stand
Animation![](https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/h632/zQaX3xNp8ENIQpi3vMgcjVKVYIm.jpg)
Bloodlust: Subspecies III
Animation, Visual Effects![](https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/h632/uR0EPkE66y2DU21NOZAu6xtfpQL.jpg)
The Stupids
Animation![](https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/h632/9651UNV3Mj45IOYCD9vlxFpYiw0.jpg)
Piranha 3D
Animation![](https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/h632/36RXGobVYfVXoyj4ip6EDROUHxk.jpg)
Dragonworld
Animation![](https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/h632/hSW5Msz5Cr6vUQxChPSPdxufnss.jpg)
Straw Dogs
Animation![](https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/h632/2WDmjUlSAPlA27i2OwEC7sRTFw3.jpg)
The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water
Animation