Rudie Schaefer is an art director with over a decade of experience in film and virtual production. With a B.F.A. in fine art and illustration from Art Center College of Design, Rudie has become a leader in integrating traditional design with cutting-edge virtual production techniques.

He has contributed to high-profile projects like The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, and Avatar sequels, where his expertise in art direction and LED volume design played a key role in creating immersive environments. Rudie served as lead virtual art director on the Avatar films, helping seamlessly merge physical and virtual elements, which contributed to the film’s Academy Award nomination for Best Production Design.

Rudie is passionate about shaping the future of film production by pushing the boundaries of storytelling through innovative design. He excels in leading cross-functional teams and fostering collaboration across departments to bring creative visions to life. With a strong foundation in both artistic vision and technical execution, Rudie is seeking new opportunities to continue innovating in virtual and physical production design.