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Brandon Oldenburg (He/Him)

Concept Artist Traditional Artist Environment Artist Character Artist Director Storyboard Artist Modeler/Sculptor Animator
Brandon Oldenburg is an Academy Award-winning film director, renowned for his work on "The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore," and a celebrated designer and immersive storyteller. Beyond his Oscar, Brandon boasts an impressive collection of accolades, including multiple Emmys, Gold Lions (including the prestigious Grand Prix), and numerous other industry honors. Fun fact: Brandon once even co-hosted a show of his own creation on TCM called "Movie Camp." Most recently, his executive production, "Lost Ollie," garnered significant acclaim, winning five out of its ten Emmy nominations. Brandon's entrepreneurial spirit led him to co-found Reel FX Animation, Moonbot Studios, and Flight School Studio—all pioneers in animation and emerging technology. In 2022, he launched The Dept. of Wonder in Houston, Texas, a 10,000-square-foot immersive theatrical experience that blended real and digital actors and puppets for a year-long run. Since 2023, Brandon and his co-creative partner Limbert Fabian have been managed by Anonymous Content as the directing duo, InBetween.

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Art of the Unexpected

Brandon Oldenburg | Limbert Fabian

Our journey is a masterclass in the unexpected. We’ll share a creative path defined by surprise and delight, from founding Reel FX and creating magic for Disney and Dreamworks, to an unexpected turn launching the award-winning Moonbot Studios.

Just as we found success, we pivoted again to create Flight School, a studio dedicated to gaming and immersive storytelling. This isn’t a typical talk—it’s an interactive experience where your participation unlocks hidden stories, unexpected anecdotes, and real-time insights from our successes and setbacks. Come prepared to play and discover that the only wrong turn is the one you don’t take.

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