Jan Philip Cramer

In addition to being an award-nominated Visual Effects Supervisor, Jan Philip (Phil) Cramer has earned a reputation as one of the industry’s most successful and innovative animation directors. His passion for pushing the boundaries of digital animation and his unwavering commitment to excellence have set him apart in the industry.

Since joining Digital Domain, Phil has been at the forefront of innovation in digital character and human animation. As Head of Animation, he transformed the creative possibilities of photoreal creatures and facial animation, elevating the studio’s reputation for producing groundbreaking work. His vision and expertise were instrumental in crafting Thanos for “Avengers: Infinity War,” a performance that garnered a VES Award, and She-Hulk for “She-Hulk: Attorney at Law,” which earned him a VES Award nomination and a Silver Telly Award. Phil’s relentless pursuit of excellence has helped Digital Domain push the boundaries of digital human realism, establishing benchmarks for both artistry and technology in the visual effects industry.

Throughout his 15-year tenure at Digital Domain, Phil has been a guiding force in some of the most ambitious and acclaimed projects in film and entertainment. He has overseen over 43 projects spanning blockbuster films, episodic series, video games, and high-profile advertising campaigns. His extensive credits include “Deadpool,” “Ender’s Game,” and “X-Men: Days of Future Past.” Before joining Digital Domain, Phil acted as the animation lead on James Cameron’s “Avatar” at Weta. He later served as Animation Director on “Avengers: Endgame,” contributing to two of the highest-grossing films of all time. His ability to lead teams through complex creative and technical challenges has solidified his standing as one of the industry’s most accomplished visual effects leaders.

Phil is currently overseeing the highly anticipated project “The Fantastic Four: First Steps.” This project is set to be released in theaters on July 25, 2025.