A German-American film director, he is known for his work in both live-action and animated films. He began his career in animation, contributing to projects like "Stuart Little" and "The ChubbChubbs!" before making his directorial debut with "Hotel for Dogs." He gained recognition with "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" and "Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters." His style often combines humor and adventure, appealing to family audiences. He continues to work across various film and television projects.