After graduating from the University of Waterloo, Robert took a job at Alias Research Inc. which was promoting a Macintosh-based 3D modeling package called Alias upFront. In addition to giving product demonstrations, Robert wrote tutorials for Maya, Alias upFront, Sketch!, Studio and PowerAnimator. When Alias launched its well known animation package Maya in 1998, Robert designed and co-authored Learning Maya and the Art of Maya. In 2002, Robert began working with Side Effects Software where he continues to work with and teach 3D animation concepts to professional content creators. Robert has also taught Â"Introduction to Computer animationÂ" at Ryerson University in Toronto. At home, Robert likes to help his kids find their creative spirit making home-made comic books and movies.