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I’m Marlon Deane, a creative visual storyteller based in Vancouver, BC, with extensive experience shaping animated productions from concept through production. I specialize in storyboards and animatics, visual design, and concept development, and I enjoy translating ideas into clear, cinematic narrative that teams can confidently take into production.
Across episodic series and feature projects, I’ve led creative teams as a storyboard supervisor and visual lead, collaborating closely with directors, designers, writers, and multidisciplinary partners to maintain strong visual continuity and quality. I’m known for combining thoughtful, detail-driven creative problem solving with reliable workflow and timeline management—helping productions move smoothly while elevating the final visual experience.
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Work Experience
Storyboards Supervisor / Visual Lead at Invisible Narratives/INVI Z
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026Developed sequential storyboards and animatics for the Polymart project, translating narrative beats into clear visual sequences to support downstream production.
Storyboard Supervisor / Visual Lead at Fishflight Entertainment
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Developed sequential storyboards and animatics for the CG series Skibidi Toilet, supporting visual storytelling, continuity, and production-ready planning for animation.
Concept Artist at Mainframe Entertainment
December 31, 2023 - July 23, 2025Developed character designs and storyboards for project development.
Concept Artist at Mainframe Entertainment
December 31, 2023 - July 22, 2025Developed character designs and storyboards for project development.
Concept Artist at Mainframe Entertainment
January 1, 2023 - July 23, 2025Developed character designs and storyboards for project development.
Concept Artist at Mainframe Entertainment
January 1, 2023 - July 23, 2025Developed character designs and storyboards for project development.
Concept Artist at Mainframe Entertainment
January 1, 2023 - July 22, 2025Developed character designs and storyboards for project development.
Concept Artist at Mainframe Entertainment
January 1, 2023 - July 22, 2025Developed character designs and storyboards for project development.
Storyboard Supervisor at Mainframe Entertainment
December 31, 2022 - July 23, 2025Managed teams for multiple Barbie animated projects including episodic series and movies.
Storyboard Supervisor at Mainframe Entertainment
December 31, 2022 - July 22, 2025Managed teams for various Barbie movies and episodic series including Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures, Barbie Princess Adventure, Barbie & Chelsea: The Lost Birthday, Barbie: Big City Dreams, and Barbie: It Takes Two.
Storyboard Supervisor at Mainframe Entertainment
January 1, 2022 - July 23, 2025Managed teams for multiple Barbie projects including Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures, Barbie Princess Adventure, Barbie & Chelsea: The Lost Birthday, Barbie: Big City Dreams, and Barbie: It Takes Two episodic series and movies.
Storyboard Supervisor at Mainframe Entertainment
January 1, 2022 - July 23, 2025Managed teams on multiple projects including Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures (2 Seasons, Episodic Series), Barbie Princess Adventure (Movie), Barbie & Chelsea: The Lost Birthday (Movie), Barbie: Big City Dreams (Movie), and Barbie: It Takes Two (Episodic Series).
Storyboard Supervisor at Mainframe Entertainment
January 1, 2022 - July 22, 2025Managed teams responsible for several Barbie projects, including Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures (2 Seasons, Episodic Series), Barbie Princess Adventure (Movie), Barbie & Chelsea: The Lost Birthday (Movie), Barbie: Big City Dreams (Movie), and Barbie: It Takes Two (Episodic Series).
Storyboard Supervisor at Mainframe Entertainment
January 1, 2022 - July 22, 2025Managed teams for Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures (2 Seasons, Episodic Series), Barbie Princess Adventure (Movie), Barbie & Chelsea: The Lost Birthday (Movie), Barbie: Big City Dreams (Movie), and Barbie: It Takes Two (Episodic Series).
Concept Artist at Mainframe Entertainment
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023Developed character designs and storyboards for project development.
Concept Artist at Mainframe Entertainment
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023Developed character designs and storyboards for project development, contributing to the visual concept and narrative structure of various animation projects.
Concept Artist at Mainframe Entertainment
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023Developed character designs and storyboards for project development.
Director/Storyboard Artist at Mainframe Entertainment
December 31, 2018 - July 23, 2025Directed short episode Ready 2 Robot.
Director/Storyboard Artist at Mainframe Entertainment
December 31, 2018 - July 23, 2025Directed the short episode 'Ready 2 Robot'.
Director/Storyboard Artist at Mainframe Entertainment
December 31, 2018 - July 23, 2025Directed the short episode Ready 2 Robot.
Director/Storyboard Artist at Mainframe Entertainment
December 31, 2018 - July 22, 2025Directed the short episode Ready 2 Robot.
Director/Storyboard Artist at Mainframe Entertainment
December 31, 2018 - July 22, 2025Directed the short episode Ready 2 Robot.
Director/Storyboard Artist at Mainframe Entertainment
December 31, 2018 - July 22, 2025Directed short episode Ready 2 Robot.
Storyboard Artist at Mainframe Entertainment
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018Storyboarded the short episode "Ready 2 Robot," overseeing creative output, coordinating cross-department communication, and ensuring the work remained technically viable for production.
Storyboard Supervisor / Visual Lead at Mainframe Entertainment
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023Managed, mentored, and supervised creative teams for premier global CG episodic series and movies, maximizing artistic objectives while maintaining strict production timelines. Refined and enforced show-specific visual styles and conducted quality assurance across major Barbie titles, and identified strengths within the design team to optimize asset creation, improve performance, and support professional growth.
Director/Storyboard Artist at Mainframe Entertainment
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018Directed short episode Ready 2 Robot.
Storyboard Supervisor at Mainframe Entertainment
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022Managed teams for Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures (2 Seasons, Episodic Series), Barbie Princess Adventure (Movie), Barbie & Chelsea: The Lost Birthday (Movie), Barbie: Big City Dreams (Movie), Barbie: It Takes Two (Episodic Series).
Director/Storyboard Artist at Mainframe Entertainment
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018Directed the short episode Ready 2 Robot, overseeing both direction and storyboard artistry to deliver a cohesive and engaging animated short.
Storyboard Supervisor at Mainframe Entertainment
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022Managed teams for multiple Barbie projects including episodic series and movies, overseeing storyboard creation and ensuring narrative consistency across projects.
Director/Storyboard Artist at Mainframe Entertainment
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018Directed short episode Ready 2 Robot.
Storyboard Supervisor at Mainframe Entertainment
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022Managed teams for Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures (2 Seasons, Episodic Series), Barbie Princess Adventure (Movie), Barbie & Chelsea: The Lost Birthday (Movie), Barbie: Big City Dreams (Movie), and Barbie: It Takes Two (Episodic Series).
Storyboard Supervisor at Mainframe Entertainment
December 31, 2017 - July 23, 2025Supervised storyboards for Reboot: The Guardian Code (Episodic Series).
Storyboard Supervisor at Mainframe Entertainment
December 31, 2017 - July 23, 2025Supervised storyboards for the episodic series 'Reboot: The Guardian Code'.
Storyboard Supervisor at Mainframe Entertainment
December 31, 2017 - July 23, 2025Supervised storyboards for Reboot: The Guardian Code (Episodic Series).
Storyboard Supervisor at Mainframe Entertainment
December 31, 2017 - July 22, 2025Supervised storyboards for the episodic series Reboot: The Guardian Code.
Storyboard Supervisor at Mainframe Entertainment
December 31, 2017 - July 22, 2025Supervised storyboards for the episodic series Reboot: The Guardian Code.
Storyboard Supervisor at Mainframe Entertainment
December 31, 2017 - July 22, 2025Supervised storyboards for Reboot: The Guardian Code (Episodic Series).
Lead Storyboard Artist at Goldtooth Creative
December 31, 2016 - July 23, 2025Created videogame scene breakdowns and provided direction for production teams. Collaborated closely with Directors, Writers, and Producers to plan game action and storytelling.
Senior Storyboard Artist at Bardel Entertainment
December 31, 2016 - July 23, 2025Worked on projects including King Julien, The Croods, Dinotrux, DC Super Hero Girls.
Lead Storyboard Artist at Goldtooth Creative
December 31, 2016 - July 22, 2025Created video game scene breakdowns and directed production teams. Collaborated closely with directors, writers, and producers to plan game action and storytelling.
Senior Storyboard Artist at Bardel Entertainment
December 31, 2016 - July 22, 2025Worked on projects including King Julien, The Croods, Dinotrux, and DC Super Hero Girls.
Lead Storyboard Artist at Goldtooth Creative
January 1, 2016 - July 23, 2025Led storyboard creation for various video games, developed videogame scene breakdowns and direction for production teams, collaborating closely with Directors, Writers, and Producers to plan game action and storytelling.
Senior Storyboard Artist at Bardel Entertainment
January 1, 2016 - July 23, 2025Worked on projects including King Julien, The Croods, Dinotrux, and DC Super Hero Girls.
Lead Storyboard Artist at Goldtooth Creative
January 1, 2016 - July 23, 2025Lead Storyboard Artist for various video games produced by the company. Created videogame scene breakdowns and direction for the production teams, working closely with Directors, Writers, and Producers to plan out game action and storytelling.
Senior Storyboard Artist at Bardel Entertainment
January 1, 2016 - July 23, 2025Senior Storyboard Artist for projects including King Julien, The Croods, Dinotrux, and DC Super Hero Girls.
Lead Storyboard Artist at Goldtooth Creative
January 1, 2016 - July 22, 2025Led storyboard work for various video games produced by the company. Created video game scene breakdowns and directed production teams, collaborating closely with Directors, Writers, and Producers to plan game action and storytelling.
Senior Storyboard Artist at Bardel Entertainment
January 1, 2016 - July 22, 2025Worked on projects including King Julien, The Croods, Dinotrux, and DC Super Hero Girls.
Lead Storyboard Artist at Goldtooth Creative
January 1, 2016 - July 22, 2025Led storyboard creation for various video games. Created video game scene breakdowns and direction for production teams. Collaborated closely with Directors, Writers, and Producers to plan game action and storytelling.
Senior Storyboard Artist at Bardel Entertainment
January 1, 2016 - July 22, 2025Worked on projects including King Julien, The Croods, Dinotrux, and DC Super Hero Girls.
Storyboard Supervisor at Mainframe Entertainment
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017Supervised storyboards for Reboot: The Guardian Code (Episodic Series).
Storyboard Supervisor at Mainframe Entertainment
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017Supervised storyboards for the episodic series Reboot: The Guardian Code, guiding the storyboard team to align with show vision and production goals.
Storyboard Supervisor at Mainframe Entertainment
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017Supervised storyboards for Reboot: The Guardian Code (Episodic Series).
Senior Storyboard Artist & Design Lead at Bardel Entertainment
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016Contributed to project design and visual development for high-profile animated properties, ensuring the render style matched artistic goals. Participated in asset breakdown meetings to represent the creative department’s point of view across major titles including King Julien, The Croods, Dinotrux, and DC Super Hero Girls.
Senior Storyboard Artist at Bardel Entertainment
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016Worked on projects including King Julien, The Croods, Dinotrux, and DC Super Hero Girls.
Senior Storyboard Artist at Bardel Entertainment
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016Contributed storyboards to various projects such as King Julien, The Croods, Dinotrux, and DC Super Hero Girls, ensuring quality visual storytelling.
Senior Storyboard Artist at Bardel Entertainment
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016Worked on projects including King Julien, The Croods, Dinotrux, and DC Super Hero Girls.
Lead Storyboard Artist at Atomic Cartoons
December 31, 2012 - July 23, 2025Lead Storyboard Artist for Marvel Knights Motion Comics including The Inhumans, Wolverine Origins, Hulk vs Wolverine, Astonishing X-Men. Also Storyboard Artist for Rocket Monkeys (2012).
Lead Storyboard Artist at Atomic Cartoons
December 31, 2012 - July 23, 2025Lead Storyboard Artist for Marvel Knights Motion Comics including The Inhumans, Wolverine Origins, Hulk vs Wolverine, Astonishing X-Men; also a Storyboard Artist for Rocket Monkeys (2012).
Lead Storyboard Artist at Atomic Cartoons
December 31, 2012 - July 22, 2025Lead storyboard artist for Marvel Knights Motion Comics including The Inhumans, Wolverine Origins, Hulk vs Wolverine, Astonishing X-Men. Also storyboard artist for Rocket Monkeys.
Lead Storyboard Artist at Atomic Cartoons
December 31, 2012 - July 22, 2025Lead Storyboard Artist for Marvel Knights Motion Comics including The Inhumans, Wolverine Origins, Hulk vs Wolverine, and Astonishing X-Men. Also Storyboard Artist for Rocket Monkeys.
Lead Storyboard Artist at Atomic Cartoons
December 31, 2012 - July 22, 2025Lead Storyboard Artist for Marvel Knights Motion Comics projects including The Inhumans, Wolverine Origins, Hulk vs Wolverine, and Astonishing X-Men. Also worked as Storyboard Artist for Rocket Monkeys (2012).
Lead Storyboard Artist at Atomic Cartoons
January 1, 2012 - July 23, 2025Led storyboard work for Marvel Knights Motion Comics including The Inhumans, Wolverine Origins, Hulk vs Wolverine, and Astonishing X-Men. Also worked as Storyboard Artist for Rocket Monkeys.
Storyboard Artist at Atomic Cartoons
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012Storyboard Artist for Rocket Monkeys (2012).
Live Action Storyboard Artist at A.RC-LEGACY (Paradox) Films
December 31, 2010 - July 23, 2025Storyboard artist for the live action film 'Paradox.'
Live Action Storyboard Artist at A.RC-LEGACY (Paradox) Films
December 31, 2010 - July 23, 2025Created storyboards for the live-action 'Paradox' film.
Live Action Storyboard Artist at A.RC-LEGACY (Paradox) Films
December 31, 2010 - July 23, 2025Live Action Storyboard Artist on the Paradox film.
Live Action Storyboard Artist at A.RC-LEGACY (Paradox) Films
December 31, 2010 - July 22, 2025Storyboard artist on the film "Paradox".
Live Action Storyboard Artist at A.RC-LEGACY (Paradox) Films
December 31, 2010 - July 22, 2025Worked as Live Action Storyboard Artist on the film 'Paradox'.
Live Action Storyboard Artist at A.RC-LEGACY (Paradox) Films
December 31, 2010 - July 22, 2025Storyboard artist for the live action film 'Paradox'.
Lead Storyboard Artist – Marvel Knights Motion Comics at Atomic Cartoons
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012Led visual storytelling and layout direction for premium Marvel properties including The Inhumans, Wolverine Origins, Hulk vs Wolverine, and Astonishing X-Men.
Live Action Storyboard Artist at A.RC-LEGACY (Paradox) Films
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010Storyboard artist on 'Paradox' Film.
Lead Storyboard Artist at Atomic Cartoons
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012Worked on Marvel Knights Motion Comics: The Inhumans, Wolverine Origins, Hulk vs Wolverine, Astonishing X-Men.
Live Action Storyboard Artist at A.RC-LEGACY (Paradox) Films
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010Worked as live-action storyboard artist on the film "Paradox", contributing visual planning and scene breakdowns for production.
Lead Storyboard Artist at Atomic Cartoons
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012Led storyboarding for Marvel Knights Motion Comics series including The Inhumans, Wolverine Origins, Hulk vs Wolverine, and Astonishing X-Men; also storyboarded Rocket Monkeys.
Live Action Storyboard Artist at A.RC-LEGACY (Paradox) Films
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010Storyboard work on live action feature 'Paradox'.
Lead Storyboard Artist at Atomic Cartoons
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012Lead Storyboard Artist for Marvel Knights Motion Comics including The Inhumans, Wolverine Origins, Hulk vs Wolverine, Astonishing X-Men. Also worked as Storyboard Artist for Rocket Monkeys (2012).
Lead Storyboard & Cinematic Artist at Goldtooth Creative
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2016Created detailed video game scene breakdowns and technical direction to streamline animation and workflow processes. Partnered with directors, writers, and producers to pitch, plan, and execute complex action, staging, and narrative design.
Lead Storyboard Artist at Goldtooth Creative
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2016Created videogame scene breakdowns and direction for production teams. Worked closely with Directors, Writers, and Producers to plan out game action and storytelling.
Lead Storyboard Artist at Goldtooth Creative
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2016Led storyboard creation for video games, producing scene breakdowns and directing production teams while collaborating closely with directors, writers, and producers to plan game action and storytelling.
Lead Storyboard Artist at Goldtooth Creative
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2016Created videogame scene breakdowns and direction for production teams, working closely with Directors, Writers, and Producers to plan game action and storytelling.
Storyboard Artist at Nerd Corps Entertainment
December 31, 2008 - July 23, 2025Storyboard artist for League of Super Evil.
Storyboard Artist at Nerd Corps Entertainment
December 31, 2008 - July 23, 2025Storyboard artist for the show League of Super Evil.
Storyboard Artist at Nerd Corps Entertainment
December 31, 2008 - July 23, 2025Storyboard artist for League of Super Evil.
Storyboard Artist at Nerd Corps Entertainment
December 31, 2008 - July 22, 2025Storyboard artist for League of Super Evil.
Storyboard artist at Nerd Corps Entertainment
December 31, 2008 - July 22, 2025Storyboard artist for League of Super Evil.
Storyboard Artist at Nerd Corps Entertainment
December 31, 2008 - July 22, 2025Storyboard artist for League of Super Evil.
Storyboard Artist at Nerd Corps Entertainment
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008Storyboard artist for League of Super Evil.
Storyboard Artist at Nerd Corps Entertainment
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008Created storyboards for the animated series League of Super Evil, contributing to visual narrative and episodic flow.
Storyboard Artist at Nerd Corps Entertainment
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008Storyboard artist for League of Super Evil.
Storyboard Artist and Character Design Artist at Studio B Productions
December 31, 2007 - July 23, 2025Storyboard Artist and Character Design artist for many projects including PUCCA, What about Mimi, Being Ian, Nerd's Newt, Yvon of the Yukon, Timon and Pumba, Yakkity Yak, Savage Dragon, Woody Woodpecker, Jewel Riders, Surf and Turf, Power Pogs, etc.
Storyboard Artist and Character Design artist at Studio B Productions
December 31, 2007 - July 23, 2025Created storyboards and character designs for numerous projects including PUCCA, What about Mimi, Being Ian, Nerd's Newt, Yvon of the Yukon, Timon and Pumba, Yakkity Yak, Savage Dragon, Woody Woodpecker, Jewel Riders, Surf and Turf, and Power Pogs.
Storyboard Artist and Character Design Artist at Studio B Productions
December 31, 2007 - July 23, 2025Storyboard and Character Design artist for many projects including PUCCA, What about Mimi, Being Ian, Nerd's Newt, Yvon of the Yukon, Timon and Pumba, Yakkity Yak, Savage Dragon, Woody Woodpecker, Jewel Riders, Surf and Turf, Power Pogs, and more.
Storyboard Artist and Character Design Artist at Studio B Productions
December 31, 2007 - July 22, 2025Worked on many projects over the years including PUCCA, What about Mimi, Being Ian, Nerd’s Newt, Yvon of the Yukon, Timon and Pumba, Yakkity Yak, Savage Dragon, Woody Woodpecker, Jewel Riders, Surf and Turf, Power Pogs, etc.
Storyboard Artist and Character Design artist at Studio B Productions
December 31, 2007 - July 22, 2025Storyboard Artist and Character Design artist for many projects including PUCCA, What about Mimi, Being Ian, Nerd`s Newt, Yvon of the Yukon, Timon and Pumba, Yakkity Yak, Savage Dragon, Woody Woodpecker, Jewel Riders, Surf and Turf, Power Pogs.
Storyboard Artist and Character Design Artist at Studio B Productions
December 31, 2007 - July 22, 2025Storyboard and character design artist for many projects including PUCCA, What about Mimi, Being Ian, Nerd's Newt, Yvon of the Yukon, Timon and Pumba, Yakkity Yak, Savage Dragon, Woody Woodpecker, Jewel Riders, Surf and Turf, Power Pogs, and others.
Storyboard Artist and Character Design Artist at Studio B Productions
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 2007Worked on many projects including PUCCA, What about Mimi, Being Ian, Nerd`s Newt, Yvon of the Yukon, Timon and Pumba, Yakkity Yak, Savage Dragon, Woody Woodpecker, Jewel Riders, Surf and Turf, Power Pogs, etc.
Storyboard Artist and Character Design artist at Studio B Productions
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 2007Worked as storyboard artist and character design artist for a variety of projects including PUCCA, What about Mimi, Being Ian, Yvon of the Yukon, Timon and Pumba, and others, supporting many years of animation production.
Storyboard Artist and Character Design Artist at Studio B Productions
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 2007Worked on many projects over the years, including PUCCA, What about Mimi, Being Ian, Nerd's Newt, Yvon of the Yukon, Timon and Pumba, Yakkity Yak, Savage Dragon, Woody Woodpecker, Jewel Riders, Surf and Turf, Power Pogs, and others.
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