A Brief Professional Bio.

While studying Graphic Communications at Center for Creative Studies in the early 80”s, Dan engaged in pioneering computer animation experiments back when the Apple II and video tape were the only tools available. After being approached by the Computer Graphics Instructor at CCS to teach a class at Oakland University, Dan embarked upon a teaching career. Having mastered several disciplines, including general office applications, programming, networking, and computer aided design, he was proudly accredited by Novel as a Certified Netware Instructor in 1994.

Dan’s command of CAD programming skills allowed him to write applications which automatically created 3D CAD solid models from existing paper die designs for DataVision Corporation. His computer networking, programming, and IT support expertise, led to his founding Computer Support & Development Corporation in the late 90’s.

As both computer hardware and animation software matured during the 1990’s and early 2000’s, Dan’s growing knowledge of 3D animation and graphic arts took center stage causing Computer Support & Development Corporation to change its primary focus to 3D animation and graphic design. Now known as Zowada Animated Productions (ZAP), Dan is proud to have had his work seen on PBS’s NOVA, National Geographic Channel documentaries, and in several International Auto Show exhibits. Portions of his previously classified, work for GM Powertrain and GM Advanced Design, can now be seen on the GM blogs channel on YouTube.