Stu Maxwell is an accomplished Art & VFX Director currently working at Maxis Studios (EA). With a passion for Game Design, VFX, and collaborative development, Maxwell's expertise lies in bringing game worlds to life and enhancing player experiences. Based in Vancouver, Canada, he has been involved in a range of projects, showcasing his talent in creating visually captivating and immersive game environments on several shipped titles, including Gears of War 4 and Gears 5, and bringing his indie game passion project to life, the colorful and trance-like first-person explorer, Shape of the World.

Stu Maxwell will be giving his talk “Passion Projects as a Catalyst for Career Growth” live at the Think Tank Campus on Thursday, February 15 at 6:15pm (PST). If you wish to attend, show up to the Life Drawing Room and grab a seat! Want to attend virtually? You can watch via Zoom.


In this talk Stu Maxwell will unravel his journey of transforming an idea for a passion project to completing an indie game that gave him a remarkable leap in his field. Discover how dedicating time to a personal endeavor can enhance your skills, showcase your talent, and open doors to new roles in a competitive field.

Who: Stu Maxwell
What: Art & VFX Director at Maxis Studios (EA)
Where: Think Tank Campus / Zoom
When: Thursday Feb 15, 2024 at 6:15pm (PST)
Why: Turning your passion into a career…that’s why

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