Joël Dos Reis Viegas is a French Canadian animation director, concept artist, and comic book creator born in Montreal, Quebec. A graduate of the prestigious Gobelins school in Paris, he has built a dynamic career across animation, video games, and visual storytelling. His credits include work on Black Dynamite, Batman: Arkham Origins, Godzilla, and Thief, showcasing his versatility and flair for stylized, high-energy visuals. In 2006, he cofounded Steambot Studios, a creative agency specializing in concept development for entertainment media. His original series Urbance?a bold, genre-blending project exploring youth, identity, and urban culture?was launched through a successful Kickstarter campaign and has since gained international recognition. Viegas continues to push artistic boundaries as both a director and visual innovator.