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30+ years of experience creating compelling content for television, film, commercial, educational, and short-form productions. Accomplished director, animator, and visual storyteller with expertise spanning segments, inserts, commercials, broadcast content, and animated productions, with a track record of strong visual storytelling and collaborative leadership.
Proficient in Adobe Animate, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Premiere Pro, with the ability to lead projects from concept through delivery. Career highlights include directing award-winning work for the National Film Board of Canada and UNICEF, contributions to acclaimed animated series, and most recently co-directing The Adventures of Buff Chunky.
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Filmmaker (Writer, Director, and Animator) at Beat Street Records
February 1, 2025 - June 1, 2026Writer, director, and animator on 11 promotional spots with oversight of voice direction, sound design, and music supervision.
Filmmaker at Beat Street Records
February 1, 2025 - June 1, 2026Writer, director, and animator on 11 promotional spots. Oversaw voice direction, sound design, and music supervision to support rhythm, pacing, and narrative delivery.
Co Director at Binocular Films
August 1, 2024 - March 1, 2026Co-directed the short film “The Adventures of Buff Chunky” with Gaetano Frangella. Independently handled storyboarding, background design, animation, editing, and art direction, and served as co-writer.
Co-Director at Binocular Films
August 1, 2024 - March 1, 2026Co-directed the short film The Adventures of Buff Chunky with Gaetano Frangella. Independently handled storyboarding, background design, animation, editing, and art direction; also served as co-writer.
Filmmaker at Upside Down Press
May 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024Created The 2 Minute Murder Mystery using repurposed public domain live-action footage. Applied motion tracking in Adobe After Effects, integrated animated elements, performed compositing and post-production, and designed/mixed sound effects to support narrative pacing.
Art Director at Global Mechanic
January 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024Art director on Acoustic Rooster (PBS Kids). Developed concept, world, characters, and color; collaborated with director Jonas and Company, Inc.
Filmmaker at Collaborated with director (Jonah & Co.)
August 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023Developed concept/world/characters/colour and handled artwork, animation, and backgrounds.
Filmmaker at Filmmaker (Jonas & Co.)
August 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023Developed concept, world, characters, and color in collaboration with director Jonas & Co.; handled artwork, animation, and backgrounds.
Sheet Timer at Awesome Inc Animation Timer
October 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023Sheet timer on The Ren & Stimpy Show. Coordinated scene timing, dialogue synchronization, and action pacing; worked closely with the Animation Director.
Sheet Timer at Awesome Inc Animation
October 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023Sheet timer on The Ren & Stimpy Show. Coordinated scene timing, dialogue synchronization, and action pacing with the animation director.
Filmmaker at Elliott Animation
March 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022Developed concept/world/characters and handled artwork, animation, and backgrounds in collaboration with a director.
Filmmaker at Filmmaker
March 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022Developed concept, world, and characters; collaborated with director; handled artwork, animation, and backgrounds.
Animation Director Supervisor & Sheet Timer at Cartoon Network
August 1, 2019 - March 1, 2022Animation Director Supervisor and sheet timer on Tig N Seek. Coordinated scene timing, dialogue synchronization, and action pacing with the Director.
Animation Director Supervisor and Sheet Timer at Cartoon Network Animation
August 1, 2019 - March 1, 2022Animation Director Supervisor and sheet timer on Tig N Seek. Coordinated scene timing, dialogue synchronization, and action pacing and worked closely with the director.
Animation Director Supervisor / Sheet Timer at Cartoon Network Animation Director Supervisor
August 1, 2019 - March 1, 2022Animation director supervisor and sheet timer on Tig N Seek. Coordinated scene timing, dialogue synchronization, and action pacing; worked closely with director and other supervisors to support schedules and quality.
Storyboard Artist at Doberman Pictures
September 1, 2018 - November 1, 2019Created storyboards translating scripts into clear visual sequences. Developed compositions, camera movement, character acting, and staging to support storytelling goals; collaborated with directors and unit director.
Creator, Producer & Designer at Upside Down Press
August 1, 2017 - August 1, 2018Hobo Divine: “The Hobo Radio Show vol. 3”. Produced a 40-minute collage/quickmix released as a physical record. Directed full visual identity (cover, inner sleeve, label design), coordinated physical pressing/manufacturing through an independent imprint, and delivered an audio-visual release from concept to finished product.
Creator / Producer / Designer at Upside Down Press
August 1, 2017 - August 1, 2018Produced Hobo Divine: The Hobo Radio Show vol. 3 (40-minute collage/quickmix) released as a physical record. Directed full visual identity (cover, inner sleeve, label), coordinated pressing and manufacturing, and delivered end-to-end audio-visual release.
Key Animation Supervisor at DHX Media
February 1, 2017 - June 1, 2018Key animation supervisor on The Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle. Used Cintiq as a digital replacement for traditional 2D animation; produced fluid character movement and expressive performances; collaborated with directors and supervisors to ensure high-quality, efficient delivery.
Creator, Producer & Designer at Upside Down Press
August 1, 2016 - August 1, 2017Hobo Divine: “The Hobo Radio Show vol. 2”. Produced a 40-minute collage/quickmix released as a physical record. Directed full visual identity (cover, inner sleeve, label design), coordinated physical pressing/manufacturing through an independent imprint, and delivered an audio-visual release from concept to finished product.
Creator / Producer / Designer at Upside Down Press
August 1, 2016 - August 1, 2017Produced Hobo Divine: The Hobo Radio Show vol. 2 (40-minute collage/quickmix) released as a physical record. Directed visual identity (cover, inner sleeve, label) and coordinated physical pressing/manufacturing.
Creator, Producer & Designer at Upside Down Press
August 1, 2015 - August 1, 2016Hobo Divine: “The Hobo Radio Show”. Produced a 40-minute collage/quickmix released as a physical record. Directed full visual identity (cover, inner sleeve, label design), coordinated physical pressing/manufacturing through an independent imprint, and delivered an audio-visual release from concept to finished product.
Creator / Producer / Designer at Upside Down Press
August 1, 2015 - August 1, 2016Produced Hobo Divine: The Hobo Radio Show (40-minute collage/quickmix) released as a physical record. Directed full visual identity (cover, inner sleeve, label) and coordinated pressing and manufacturing.
Key Animation Supervisor at DHX Media
August 1, 2014 - November 1, 2016Key animation supervisor on The New Mr. Peabody and Sherman Show. Used Cintiq for expressive, on-model character animation; collaborated with directors and supervisors; ensured quality and efficient production delivery.
Character Designer at Warner Bros. Entertainment Group of Companies
May 1, 2014 - May 1, 2014Created character explorations for Wabbit Reimagined legacy characters with new shape language and visual design exploration.
Animator at Great Guns Marketing
October 1, 2013 - November 1, 2013Animator on the music video Donna Summer "Love To Love You Baby" (remix). Created Flash animation using Illustrator-supplied vector artwork; rebuilt/optimized assets into animation-ready Flash symbols; managed complex Flash assets for broadcast-quality delivery under a tight deadline.
Animator at FORii Inc.
October 1, 2013 - December 1, 2013Animator on the short film Katchi-Katchi. Developed stylized animation timing and movement to support strong illustrative posing and character performance.
Filmmaker at Horizon Intertainment, LLC
September 1, 2013 - February 1, 2014Developed concept/world/characters in collaboration with director; handled artwork, animation, and backgrounds.
Character Designer at Disney ABC Television Group
May 1, 2013 - August 1, 2013Created secondary characters for Wander Over Yonder. Developed concept/world/characters and collaborated with assistant director.
Art Director at 1One Productions
May 1, 2013 - September 1, 2013Art director for Natrel Organics promotional spots (x4). Developed concept/world/characters/colour and collaborated with director.
Character Designer at Inuit Broadcasting Corporation
March 1, 2013 - March 1, 2013Character designer and promotional art for the puppet show Amaudla & Johnny.
Animator at Elliott Animation
March 1, 2013 - May 1, 2013Animator on Grojband using Flash/Adobe Animate. Animated characters for television deadlines; maintained animation builds and organized symbol libraries; produced keyframe animation while ensuring characters remained on-model.
Character Designer at Warner Bros. Entertainment Group of Companies
December 1, 2012 - March 1, 2013Developed concept/world/characters in collaboration with director; handled artwork, animation, and backgrounds.
Art Director at Horizon Intertainment, LLC
October 1, 2012 - February 1, 2013Art director on short film Powerful Words. Developed concept/world/characters/colour and collaborated with director.
Filmmaker at Disney Consumer Products
September 1, 2012 - September 1, 2012Developed a stylized version of legacy characters in collaboration with director; handled artwork, animation, and backgrounds.
Animator at Sesame Workshop
September 1, 2012 - September 1, 2012Animator on the song segment "ABC Song" using Flash/Adobe Animate. Animated characters for TV deadlines; maintained animation builds and symbol libraries; ensured on-model consistency with production standards.
Animator at 9story Entertainment Inc.
April 1, 2012 - November 1, 2012Animator for Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood using Flash/Adobe Animate. Produced keyframe animation for TV deadlines; maintained animation builds and symbol libraries; ensured characters remained on-model; collaborated with supervisors and fellow animators.
Filmmaker at Pixel Pirate Studio LLC
January 1, 2012 - May 1, 2012Designed world/characters for Apple Dap segment in collaboration with director; handled artwork, animation, and backgrounds.
Filmmaker / Animator at Warner Bros. Entertainment Group of Companies
September 1, 2011 - March 1, 2012Developed concept/world/characters for MAD tv and handled artwork, animation, and backgrounds.
Filmmaker at Warner Bros. Entertainment Group of Companies
September 1, 2011 - March 1, 2012Developed concept/world/characters for MAD tv in collaboration with director; handled artwork, animation, and backgrounds.
Art Director of Storybots segment at JibJab Media
January 1, 2011 - June 1, 2012Art director of Storybots segment; collaborated with the director and handled artwork, animation, and backgrounds.
Art Director at JibJab Media
January 1, 2011 - June 1, 2012Art Director of Storybots segment. Collaborated with director; handled artwork, animation, and backgrounds.
Filmmaker at JibJab Media
July 1, 2010 - December 1, 2011Writer, Director, and Animator for “Dance Series” (4 segments). Oversaw voice direction, sound design, and music supervision.
Filmmaker (Writer, Director, Animator) at JibJab Media
July 1, 2010 - December 1, 2011Writer, director, and animator for a Dance Series (4 segments). Oversaw voice direction, sound design, and music supervision.
Filmmaker at Filmmaker
July 1, 2010 - December 1, 2011Writer, director, and animator for "Dance Series" (4 segments). Oversaw voice direction, sound design, and music supervision.
Key Animation Posing at Elliott Animation
February 1, 2010 - February 1, 2011Key animation posing for Jimmy Two-shoes.
Animator at Elliott Animation
February 1, 2010 - February 1, 2011Key animation posing for Jimmy Two-shoes.
Animator at Elliott Animation
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009Animator for Total Drama Action using Flash/Adobe Animate. Produced animated characters for TV deadlines; maintained animation builds and symbol libraries; ensured characters stayed on-model.
Animator at Mugisha Enterprises
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009Animator for the pilot Angora Napkin using Flash/Adobe Animate. Animated characters for TV deadlines; maintained animation builds and symbol libraries; collaborated closely with supervisors and fellow animators to deliver scenes on schedule.
Writer, Director, Art Director and Animator at Chuck Gammage Animation
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008Writer, director, art director and animator on The Kid-Man and Lemon Show (promo), overseeing voice direction, sound design, and music supervision.
Animator at Studio B Productions
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008Animator on Peanuts Mobile Shorts using Flash/Adobe Animate. Animated characters for TV deadlines; maintained animation builds and symbol libraries; produced keyframe animation while ensuring on-model consistency.
Writer / Director / Art Director / Animator at Chuck Gammage Animation
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008Worked on The Kid-Man and Lemon Show (promo), overseeing voice direction, sound design, and music supervision.
Filmmaker at Nick Jr.
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007Developed concept/world/characters for "Dancin'" an animated segment for Yo Gabba Gabba; collaborated with director; handled artwork, animation, and backgrounds.
2D Animator and Music Composer at Library Editions
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006Animated and composed the short film Ten Counting Cat. Animated scenes from rough to clean-up using classical hand-drawn animation on paper; interpreted storyboards/exposure sheets for expressive performances; composed and produced original musical score with themes and cues to enhance narrative, pacing, and emotional impact.
2D Animator & Music Composer at Library Editions
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006Animated and composed the short film Ten Counting Cat. Animated scenes from rough to clean-up using classical hand-drawn animation on paper; interpreted storyboards and exposure sheets to create expressive performances and strong visual storytelling. Composed and produced the film’s original musical score, developing themes and cues to match pacing and emotional impact.
Animator at Studio B Productions
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006Animator for Pucca using Flash/Adobe Animate. Animated characters for TV deadlines; maintained animation builds and symbol libraries; produced keyframes with on-model consistency and delivered scenes on schedule.
Episode Writer at Studio B Productions
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006Wrote an original episode selected for production and broadcast as part of the Pucca television series (1 episode). Developed story concepts, plot structure, and character-driven comedy while adhering to series tone and guidelines.
Assistant Director at Nelvana
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007Assistant Director on Wayside (TV series). Assembled and refined animatics with editorial; oversaw exposure sheet timing when required; supervised a digital animation team and provided creative/technical direction. Conducted storyboard revisions and supported pitch sessions; worked with director to resolve story and script issues with focus on B-story structure and comedic timing.
Animation Director at Nelvana
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005Animation Director - Wayside: The Movie (Direct-to-Video Animated Feature). Led production of a 48-minute traditionally animated feature in Seoul, South Korea. Oversaw hand-drawn paper animation through marker-based clean-up, digital colour, and compositing. Responsible for exposure sheet timing across scenes, performance/pacing direction, and quality review; supervised artists and coordinated workflows for timely delivery.
Animator at Nelvana
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005Animator for Gruesomestein's Monsters using Flash/Adobe Animate. Animated characters for TV deadlines; maintained animation builds and symbol libraries; produced on-model keyframe animation and delivered scenes on schedule.
Vignette Director at Nitrogen Studios Canada Inc
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004Directed promotional vignettes (x4).
Creator, Producer & Designer at Upside Down Press
September 1, 2003 - September 1, 2004Hobo Divine “Magic Super Blast”. Produced a 40-minute plunderphonics composition CD release only. Directed full visual identity (cover, inner sleeve, label design) and delivered audio-visual release from concept to finished product (initial release and reissue indicated in resume).
Creator / Producer / Designer at Upside Down Press
September 1, 2003 - September 1, 2004Hobo Divine "Magic Super Blast" plunderphonics CD release only. Produced a complete audio-visual release from concept to finished product and directed visual identity (cover, inner sleeve, label), coordinating pressing and manufacturing.
Animation Timer at Carbunkle Cartoons
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003Animation timer for Ren & Stimpy (Adult Party Cartoon).
Animation Timer at Bardel Entertainment
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2002Animation timer for ¡Mucha Lucha!
Director at Studio Pascal Blais
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001Directed animated commercials. For Nestlé (Chocomania), developed key poses/performance direction, reviewed and refined animation, and maintained consistency/quality with a team. For Coca-Cola (Colatoons), directed animation pipeline from layout through final animation, including acting/timing/continuity review, delivering broadcast-quality work on schedule.
Filmmaker at National Film Board of Canada
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001Developed concept/world/characters for UNICEF’s Micronutrients. Collaborated with director and handled artwork, animation, and backgrounds for a UNICEF clip used in a global leadership initiative.
Director at National Film Board of Canada
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2001Director for the short film The Magic Of Anansi; also handled animation, art direction, key posing, layouts, and backgrounds.
Animation Director at Bardel Entertainment
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998Animation Supervisor/Director on Stickin' Around (as listed) and supported animation production responsibilities.
Traditional 2D Animator at Bardel Entertainment
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998Animated Stories From The Seventh Fire / Winter using traditional paper-based techniques. Animated scenes from layouts to develop performances through posing/timing/spacing; ensured consistency with design/volume and delivered on pipeline standards.
Animation Supervisor at Bardel Entertainment
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998Animation supervisor for Stickin' Around.
Character Designer at Bardel Entertainment
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1996Character designer for Dark Dog promo; developed concept/world/characters; collaborated with director; handled artwork, animation, backgrounds.
Character Designer at Splash Holdings Limited
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1996Character designer for Little Monsters IP; developed concept/world/characters; collaborated with director; handled artwork, animation, and backgrounds.
Pre-Production Supervisor at Network of Animation
September 1, 1995 - August 1, 1996Supervised pre-production including character/location design, storyboards, and key background artwork to establish cohesive visual style and production-ready assets. Reviewed creative work for continuity and storytelling; responsible for storyboard slugging and production planning; supported animation pipeline structure and workflow.
Traditional 2D Animator at Natterjack Animation
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1994Animated Tank Girl (feature-length animated film). Applied timing/spacing/draftsmanship/acting to create believable performances while maintaining design consistency; collaborated with directors and supervisors for theatrical quality.
Traditional 2D Animator at International Rocketship
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1994Animated Tales From The Far Side III using traditional paper-based techniques. Animated from layouts, developed performances through posing/timing/spacing, and maintained consistency in design/volume for broadcast television.
Game Designer & Creative Director at Gray Matter Games
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1993Created and designed the video game Chameleon Boy, defining gameplay mechanics, characters, world, and visual identity. Led creative direction throughout development and collaborated with artists/programmers/designers to deliver a cohesive player experience.
Traditional 2D Animator at Bear Spots
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1993Animated Stick Figure Theater using traditional paper-based techniques for broadcast television. Animated performances through posing/timing/spacing while maintaining character design/volume consistency.
Game Designer / Creative Director at Gray Matter Games
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1993Conceived and designed the Chameleon Boy video game: gameplay mechanics, characters, world, and visual identity. Led creative direction across development while collaborating with artists, programmers, and designers to deliver a cohesive player experience.
Traditional 2D Animator at Gerhard Hahn
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1993Animated Asterix Conquers America (feature-length animated film). Created hand-drawn animation with strong timing/spacing and acting to maintain consistency in design/volume and appeal.
Traditional 2D Animator at Carbunkle Cartoons
April 1, 1992 - September 1, 1992Animated The Ren & Stimpy Show using pre-timed exposure sheets and approved key poses. Translated stylized layouts into punchy action through precise spacing and timing, maintaining appeal across dramatic model shifts.
Traditional 2D Animator at Karen Johnson Productions
August 1, 1991 - November 1, 1991Animated The Wish That Changed Christmas (traditional paper-based animation). Produced hand-drawn animation from layouts to develop expressive performances while maintaining design consistency and delivering scenes on schedule.
Traditional 2D Animator at Karen Johnson Productions
August 1, 1991 - March 1, 1992Animated Fish Police using traditional paper-based techniques for broadcast television. Developed character performances through posing/timing/spacing and maintained consistency in design and volume; delivered on production pipeline standards.
Inbetween Artist at Inbetween Artist
May 1, 1991 - August 1, 1991Inbetween drawings for the feature film FernGully: The Last Rainforest. Produced clean, accurate inbetweens from animator roughs/exposure sheets supporting smooth movement while maintaining volume/draftsmanship and consistency.
Inbetween Artist at Karen Johnson Productions
May 1, 1991 - August 1, 1991Inbetween artist for FernGully: The Last Rainforest. Produced clean, accurate inbetweens to smooth movement between key animation while maintaining character volume, draftsmanship, and consistency using animator roughs and exposure sheets.
Education
Screen Printing at Sheridan College
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1991Ceramic Arts and Ceramics at Central Technical School
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009Children Book Illustration at Langara College
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004Writing For Children at Langara College
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004Screen Printing at Sheridan College
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1991Ceramic Arts and Ceramics at Central Technical School
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009Children Book Illustration at Langara College
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004Writing For Children at Langara College
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004Screen Printing at Sheridan College
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1991Ceramic Arts and Ceramics at Central Technical School
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009Children Book Illustration at Langara College
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004Writing For Children at Langara College
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