Braden studied Visual Effects and Animation at DAVE School achieving high honors in multiple categories. He continued his career as a Teaching Assistant after graduation to further his skills in all fields of the industry as well as his outstanding ability to work well under pressure. While being a Teaching Assistant, he pursued his own goals of creating a VFX studio. As a Co-Owner/Founder of Lucent Studios, Braden continuously pushes the boundaries of what is possible under strict time constraints. Leading a path to the fullest potential a project, person, or himself can have. His most recent work includes a short film, “Man of Fire”. The film has won several awards for “Best Short”, “Best Music”, and above all “Best VFX for Lucent Studios” in multiple competitions.