Biography

Peter Ahern is a multi-award winning filmmaker, animator and illustrator based in Brooklyn, New York. He's worked as a 2D animator and director for prestigious clients such as Pokémon, the NBA, Eminem & Snoop Dogg, Netflix and Disney. In addition, his indie films have played at a variety of prominent festivals, illustrations have been published and featured in prominent gallery exhibitions and he's served on several film festival juries. Recently, his short BUZZKILL screened at 60+ festivals, winning 12 awards including "Best Animated Short" at ScreamFest, Flicker's RIIFF Vortex, GenreBlast and Woodstock - the latter resulting in its Oscar qualification. His new short POPPA is currently playing at festivals. Learn more @ PeterAhern.com