I am a seasoned animator and storyboard artist with over 30 years of experience shaping visuals for animation and film. I’ve collaborated with studios globally, translating scripts into clear, compelling storyboards and character layouts. I’m known for reliability, creative problem solving, and a collaborative approach that helps teams stay aligned with the show’s look and feel. I thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy mentoring junior artists, refining sequences with directors, and pushing for high-quality assets that enhance storytelling. I am passionate about the craft and continually refine my skills with tools like Toon Boom Storyboard Pro, Photoshop, and Sketchbook Pro to deliver strong visuals on time.

LAZARINO BAARDE

I am a seasoned animator and storyboard artist with over 30 years of experience shaping visuals for animation and film. I’ve collaborated with studios globally, translating scripts into clear, compelling storyboards and character layouts. I’m known for reliability, creative problem solving, and a collaborative approach that helps teams stay aligned with the show’s look and feel. I thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy mentoring junior artists, refining sequences with directors, and pushing for high-quality assets that enhance storytelling. I am passionate about the craft and continually refine my skills with tools like Toon Boom Storyboard Pro, Photoshop, and Sketchbook Pro to deliver strong visuals on time.

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I am a seasoned animator and storyboard artist with over 30 years of experience shaping visuals for animation and film. I’ve collaborated with studios globally, translating scripts into clear, compelling storyboards and character layouts. I’m known for reliability, creative problem solving, and a collaborative approach that helps teams stay aligned with the show’s look and feel.

I thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy mentoring junior artists, refining sequences with directors, and pushing for high-quality assets that enhance storytelling. I am passionate about the craft and continually refine my skills with tools like Toon Boom Storyboard Pro, Photoshop, and Sketchbook Pro to deliver strong visuals on time.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Storyboard Artist at Big Bad Boo Studios
December 1, 2023 - October 12, 2025
Focused on checking and improving submitted episodic storyboards by artists to align with the show's overall look; collaborated with local and overseas directors to maintain consistency with the show's aesthetic.
Storyboard Revisionist at Yellow Animation
May 1, 2022 - October 12, 2025
Provided revisions to storyboard sequences, ensuring consistency with character design and show direction, and collaborated with directors to maintain a cohesive visual narrative.
Storyboard Supervisor at DHX/Wildbrain Studios
May 1, 2021 - October 12, 2025
Directed and supervised storyboard teams, ensuring adherence to style guides and timely delivery across multiple shows.
Storyboard Artist at Atomic Cartoons, Inc.
February 1, 2020 - October 12, 2025
Created storyboards for multiple shows, collaborating with directors and cross-functional teams; utilized Toon Boom Storyboard Pro and related tools.
Storyboard Artist at Microsoft Studios (Van.)
April 1, 2018 - October 12, 2025
Storyboarding for Microsoft Studios projects, coordinating with directors and other artists to translate scripts into clear storyboards.
Storyboards Revisionist at Bron Studios
March 1, 2016 - October 12, 2025
Revised storyboards in coordination with supervisors to ensure consistency with show style and pacing.
Storyboard Artist at Nerdcorps Ent. (DHX)
January 1, 2016 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard Artist; collaborated with the storyboard supervisor to develop layouts and scenes from script for the benefit of artists.
Storyboards Supervisor at DHX Media (Vancouver)
August 1, 2014 - October 12, 2025
Supervised storyboards for in-house and freelance artists, providing revisions and ensuring alignment with series visuals.
Storyboards Supervisor at Kickstart Entertainment
September 1, 2013 - October 12, 2025
Directed storyboard work, supervising teams to deliver consistent episodic boards.
Storyboard Artist at Atomic Cartoons, Inc.
September 1, 2012 - October 12, 2025
Created storyboards for multiple shows with collaborative feedback, worked on styles and character/prop/background concepts.
Storyboards Supervisor at Eh-Okay Productions
March 1, 2010 - October 12, 2025
Supervised and checked submitted episodic storyboards for quality and consistency with the show's overall look.
Storyboard Supervisor at Bardel Entertainment, Inc.
August 1, 2007 - October 12, 2025
Supervised in-house and freelance storyboard artists; electronic revisions and collaboration with directors.
Storyboard Layout Artist (In-House) at NerdCorps Entertainment, Inc.
August 1, 2009 - October 12, 2025
Worked with the Storyboard Supervisor to develop layouts and scene plans from script for storyboard artists.
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Rainbow S.P.A. (Italy)
December 1, 2008 - October 12, 2025
Freelance storyboard artist contributing to the show Winx through overseas collaboration and remote revisions.
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Atomic Cartoons, Inc.
September 1, 2008 - October 12, 2025
Worked on several shows as a storyboard artist using Toon Boom Storyboard Pro, Flash, and Sketchbook Pro.
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Atomic Cartoons, Inc.
October 1, 2006 - October 12, 2025
Freelance storyboard artist on multiple projects.
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Pork and Beans Animation
October 1, 2006 - October 12, 2025
Freelance storyboard artist on various shows.
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Studio B Productions
June 1, 2005 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard artist for multiple in-house and freelance projects.
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Berlin Film Company
December 1, 2005 - October 12, 2025
Freelance storyboard artist for projects from Berlin.
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at 4Kids Entertainment, Inc.
April 1, 2003 - October 12, 2025
Freelance storyboard artist for U.S. and international projects.
Storyboard Artist (In-House) at Bardel Entertainment
May 1, 2003 - October 12, 2025
In-house storyboard artist coordinating revisions with show directors.
Animator/Character Designer at Hahn Films, AG
October 1, 2000 - October 12, 2025
In-house animator and character designer for CD-ROM games.
Storyboard Artist at Atomic Cartoons, Inc.
September 1, 2002 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard artist on freelance projects for direct-to-video and series releases; aided design conceptualization.
Storyboard Artist at StudioB Productions
September 1, 1999 - October 12, 2025
In-house storyboard artist for multiple TV series; coordinated with design artists and mentored peers.
Storyboard Director at Guiding Light Productions
July 1, 1995 - October 12, 2025
In-house role supervising storyboard assistants and clean-ups; contributed as animator on scenes.
Lay-Out Director at Philippine Pacific Rim
December 1, 1994 - October 12, 2025
Designed and checked lay-out scenes for distribution to lay-out artists.
Animator at Delaney & Friends Prods.
June 1, 1994 - October 12, 2025
Animator for 2 direct-to-video features; suggested stronger ideas for laid-out scenes.
Animator at P.A. S. I.
January 1, 1992 - October 12, 2025
Character animator during in-house development.
Lay-Out/Storyboard/Animator at Fil-Cartoons, Inc.
January 1, 1990 - October 12, 2025
Lay-out and storyboard artist; assisted with animation and training.
In-Betweener at Optifex Animation
January 1, 1986 - October 12, 2025
In-betweening and animation assistant; on-the-job training completed.
Illustrator at Atlas Publication/Graphic Arts
January 1, 1989 - October 12, 2025
Freelance illustrator for short stories and serialized novels.
Storyboard Artist at Big Bad Boo Studios
December 1, 2023 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard Artist responsible for creating and revising episodic storyboards to align with the show's overall look; collaborated with local and overseas directors.
Storyboard Revisionist at Yellow Animation
May 1, 2022 - October 12, 2025
Revision of storyboards to meet show style and director requirements.
Storyboard Supervisor at DHX/Wildbrain Studios
May 1, 2021 - October 12, 2025
Oversee storyboard development and ensure consistency with series style; supervise team of storyboard artists.
Storyboard Artist at Atomic Cartoons, Inc.
February 1, 2020 - October 12, 2025
Develop and deliver storyboards for multiple projects; contribute to visual storytelling and composition.
Storyboard Artist at Microsoft Studios (Van.)
April 1, 2018 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard artist contributing to project storyboards and sequence planning.
Storyboards Revisionist at Bron Studios
March 1, 2016 - October 12, 2025
Revision of storyboards to align with scripts and director feedback.
Storyboard Artist at Nerdcorps Ent. (DHX)
January 1, 2016 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard artist contributing to episodic storyboarding and layout development.
Storyboards Supervisor at DHX Media (Vancouver)
August 1, 2014 - October 12, 2025
Supervise storyboard production and revisions; coordinate with directors and artists.
Storyboards Supervisor at Kickstart Entertainment
September 1, 2013 - October 12, 2025
Oversee storyboard storytelling and maintain visual consistency with show style.
Storyboard Artist at Atomic Cartoons, Inc.
September 1, 2012 - October 12, 2025
Create and refine storyboards for various productions; contribute to overall visual storytelling.
Storyboards Supervisor at Eh-Okay Productions
March 1, 2010 - October 12, 2025
Supervise storyboards and ensure quality by checking submissions against show guidelines.
Storyboard Supervisor at Bardel Entertainment, Inc.
August 1, 2007 - October 12, 2025
Supervise in-house and freelance storyboards; coordinate revisions with directors.
Storyboard Layout Artist (In-House) at NerdCorps Entertainment, Inc.
August 1, 2009 - October 12, 2025
Work alongside Storyboard Supervisor to collaborate layouts and scene plans from script.
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Rainbow S.P.A. (Italy)
December 1, 2008 - October 12, 2025
Freelance storyboard work for European production, communicated electronically.
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Atomic Cartoons, Inc.
September 1, 2008 - October 12, 2025
Freelance storyboard artist on multiple shows; contributed to design and story concept.
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Atomic Cartoons, Inc.
October 1, 2006 - October 12, 2025
Freelance storyboard artist working from scripts for episodic content.
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Pork and Beans Animation
October 1, 2006 - October 12, 2025
Freelance storyboard artist contributing to episodic content.
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Studio B Productions
June 1, 2005 - October 12, 2025
Freelance storyboard artist for various in-house productions.
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Berlin Film Company
December 1, 2005 - October 12, 2025
Freelance storyboard artist for project development.
Storyboard Artist (In-House) at Bardel Entertainment
April 1, 2003 - October 12, 2025
In-house storyboard artist coordinating revisions with show directors.
Animator/Character Designer at Hahn Films, AG
October 1, 2000 - October 12, 2025
In-house animator and character designer for CD-ROM games and related assets.
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Atomic Cartoons, Inc.
September 1, 2002 - October 12, 2025
Freelance storyboard artist for multiple direct-to-video and series projects.
Storyboard Artist (In-House) at StudioB Productions
September 1, 1999 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard artist on various TV series; coordinated with design teams.
Storyboard Director at Guiding Light Productions
July 1, 1995 - October 12, 2025
Supervising storyboard assistants and clean-ups; contributed as animator on scenes.
Layout Director at Philippine Pacific Rim
December 1, 1994 - October 12, 2025
Preparing scenes for layout and ensuring correct revisions.
Animator at Delaney & Friends Prods.
June 1, 1994 - October 12, 2025
In-house animator for direct-to-video features; contributed ideas for scenes.
Animator at P.A.S.I.
December 31, 1992 - October 12, 2025
Character animation in-house for Manila studio.
Lay-Out/Storyboard/Animator at Fil-Cartoons, Inc.
December 31, 1990 - October 12, 2025
Lay-out, storyboard, and animation duties across multiple projects.
In-Betweener at Optifex Animation
December 31, 1986 - October 12, 2025
On-the-job training as in-betweener and animation assistant.
Illustrator at Atlas Publication/Graphic Arts
December 31, 1989 - October 12, 2025
Illustrating short stories and serialized novels; freelance work.
Storyboard Artist at Big Bad Boo Studios
December 1, 2023 - October 12, 2025
Responsible for storyboard supervision and assessment of submitted episodic boards to ensure alignment with show aesthetics; collaborated with local and overseas directors.
Storyboard Revisionist at Yellow Animation
May 1, 2022 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard Supervisor at DHX/Wildbrain Studios
May 1, 2021 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard Artist at Atomic Cartoons, Inc.
February 1, 2020 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard Artist at Microsoft Studios (Van.)
April 1, 2018 - October 12, 2025
Storyboards Revisionist at Bron Studios
March 1, 2016 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard Artist at Nerdcorps Ent.(DHX)
January 1, 2016 - October 12, 2025
Storyboards Supervisor at DHX Media (Vancouver)
August 1, 2014 - October 12, 2025
Storyboards Supervisor at Kickstart Entertainment
September 1, 2013 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard Artist at Atomic Cartoons, Inc.
September 1, 2012 - October 12, 2025
Storyboards Supervisor at Eh-Okay Productions
March 1, 2010 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard Supervisor at Bardel Entertainment, Inc.
August 1, 2007 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard Layout Artist (In-House) at NerdCorps Entertainment, Inc.
August 1, 2009 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Rainbow S.P.A. (Italy)
December 1, 2008 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Atomic Cartoons, Inc.
September 1, 2008 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Atomic Cartoons, Inc.
October 1, 2006 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Pork and Beans Animation
October 1, 2006 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Studio B Productions
June 1, 2005 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Berlin Film Company
December 1, 2005 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at 4Kids Entertainment, Inc.
April 1, 2003 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard Artist (In-House) at Bardel Entertainment
May 1, 2003 - October 12, 2025
Animator/Character Designer (In-House) at Hahn Films, AG
October 1, 2000 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Atomic Cartoons, Inc.
September 1, 2002 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard Artist (In-House) at StudioB Productions
September 1, 1999 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard Director at Guiding Light Productions
July 1, 1995 - October 12, 2025
Lay-out Director at Philippine Pacific Rim
December 1, 1994 - October 12, 2025
Animator at Delaney & Friends Prods.
June 1, 1994 - October 12, 2025
Animator at P.A.S.I.
December 1, 1992 - October 12, 2025
Lay-Out/Storyboard/Animator at Fil-Cartoons, Inc.
January 1, 1990 - October 12, 2025
In-Betweener at Optifex Animation
January 1, 1986 - October 12, 2025
Illustrator at Atlas Publication/Graphic Arts
January 1, 1989 - October 12, 2025
Storyboard Artist at Big Bad Boo Studios
December 1, 2023 - October 21, 2025
Responsible for creating and revising storyboards, aligning with the show's overall look, and collaborating with directors to ensure narrative clarity and visual consistency across episodes.
Storyboard Revisionist at Yellow Animation
May 1, 2022 - October 21, 2025
Revised episodic storyboards for consistency with style guides, provided notes to artists, and coordinated with directors to refine visual storytelling.
Storyboard Supervisor at DHX/Wildbrain Studios
May 1, 2021 - October 21, 2025
Supervised storyboard artists, checked submitted boards, and revised as needed to maintain show aesthetics; worked closely with local and overseas directors.
Storyboard Artist at Atomic Cartoons, Inc.
February 1, 2020 - October 21, 2025
Created storyboards for various series, contributed to design and timing, and collaborated with directors to achieve clear, engaging sequences.
Storyboard Artist at Microsoft Studios (Van.)
April 1, 2018 - October 21, 2025
Delivered storyboard artwork aligned with project visuals and production needs for Microsoft Studios projects in Vancouver.
Storyboards Revisionist at Bron Studios
March 1, 2016 - October 21, 2025
Revised storyboards and contributed to scene planning in collaboration with directors to support narrative pacing.
Storyboard Artist at NerdCorpsEnt. (DHX)
January 1, 2016 - October 21, 2025
Created storyboards and contributed to layout decisions; worked under supervision to ensure consistency with the series' look.
Storyboard Supervisor at DHX Media (Vancouver)
August 1, 2014 - October 21, 2025
Supervised storyboard teams, coordinated revisions, and ensured alignment with directors and production standards.
Storyboard Supervisor at Kickstart Entertainment
September 1, 2013 - October 21, 2025
Led storyboard supervision, provided critiques and revisions, and ensured consistency with series visuals.
Storyboard Artist at Atomic Cartoons, Inc.
September 1, 2012 - October 21, 2025
Developed storyboard artwork for multiple episodes, collaborating with directors on scene planning and timing.
Storyboards Supervisor at Eh-Okay Productions
March 1, 2010 - October 21, 2025
Directed and supervised storyboard teams; focused on checking and improving submitted episodic boards to meet overall show standards.
Storyboard Supervisor at Bardel Entertainment, Inc.
August 1, 2007 - October 21, 2025
Supervised in-house and freelance storyboard artists; coordinated revisions electronically with directors.
Storyboard Layout Artist (In-House) at NerdCorps Entertainment, Inc.
August 1, 2009 - October 21, 2025
Worked with the Storyboard Supervisor to develop layouts and scene plans from scripts for storyboard artists.
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Rainbow S.P.A. (Italy)
December 1, 2008 - October 21, 2025
Produced storyboard episodes for the show Winx through overseas collaboration and electronic communication.
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Atomic Cartoons, Inc.
September 1, 2008 - October 21, 2025
Worked on several shows as a storyboard artist; contributed to design conceptualization for characters, props, and backgrounds.
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Atomic Cartoons, Inc.
October 1, 2006 - October 21, 2025
Created storyboards for multiple projects; collaborated with teams to ensure cohesive visuals.
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Pork and Beans Animation
October 1, 2006 - October 21, 2025
Produced storyboards for various projects; worked closely with directors and design teams.
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Studio B Productions
June 1, 2005 - October 21, 2025
Created storyboards for multiple TV series; contributed to design coordination and asset creation.
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Berlin Film Company
December 1, 2005 - October 21, 2025
Storyboard artist for freelance projects; collaborated with teams to deliver episode boards.
Storyboard Artist at 4Kids Entertainment, Inc.
April 1, 2003 - October 21, 2025
Storyboard artist on New York-based projects; produced boards for multiple episodes.
Storyboard Artist (In-House) at Bardel Entertainment
May 1, 2003 - October 21, 2025
In-house storyboard artist coordinating revisions with show directors and preparing animatics.
Animator/Character Designer at Hahn Films, AG
October 1, 2000 - October 21, 2025
Character design and traditional animation for CD-ROM games; later prepared art for computer production.
Storyboard Artist (Freelance) at Atomic Cartoons, Inc.
September 1, 2002 - October 21, 2025
Freelance storyboard artist for multiple projects; supported direct-to-video and series releases.
Storyboard Artist (In-House) at StudioB Productions
September 1, 1999 - October 21, 2025
Storyboard artist in-house for TV series; coordinated with design teams to ensure cohesive output.
Storyboard Director (In-House) at Guiding Light Productions
July 1, 1995 - October 21, 2025
Supervised storyboard assistants, oversaw clean-ups, and contributed as an animator on key scenes.
Layout Director at Philippine Pacific Rim
December 1, 1994 - October 21, 2025
Prepared scenes for distribution to layout artists; ensured accuracy of layouts.
Animator at Delaney & Friends Prods.
June 1, 1994 - October 21, 2025
Animator for direct-to-video projects; contributed ideas for stronger laid-out scenes.
Animator at P.A.S.I.
December 31, 1992 - October 21, 2025
Character animation for in-house projects; contributed to early studio growth.
Lay-Out/Storyboard/Animator at Fil-Cartoons, Inc.
December 31, 1990 - October 21, 2025
Lay-out, storyboard, and animation work for various shows; co-ordinated with teams.
In-Betweener at Optifex Animation
December 31, 1986 - October 21, 2025
In-between animation development; supported timing and sequence work.
Illustrator at Atlas Publication/Graphic Arts
December 31, 1989 - October 21, 2025
Illustrating short stories and serialized novels; freelance illustration work.

Education

Secondary Education at Holy Trinity College
January 1, 1968 - January 1, 1972
Bachelor of Science in Fine Arts at FEATI University
January 1, 1973 - January 1, 1976
Secondary at Holy Trinity College
January 1, 1968 - January 1, 1972
Bachelor of Science in Fine Arts at FEATI University
January 1, 1973 - January 1, 1976
Secondary Education at Holy Trinity College
January 1, 1968 - January 1, 1972
Bachelor of Science in Fine Arts at FEATI University
January 1, 1973 - January 1, 1976
Secondary at Holy Trinity College
January 1, 1968 - December 31, 1972
Bachelor of Science in Fine Arts at FEATI University
January 1, 1973 - January 1, 1976

Qualifications

Leo Awards nomination for Best Story Direction in Storyboarding
January 1, 2008 - October 12, 2025
Best Story Direction in Storyboarding - Leo Awards Nominee
January 1, 2008 - October 12, 2025
Leo Awards Nomination: Best Story Direction in Storyboarding
January 1, 2008 - October 21, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Education, Other