A personal storyboard project about a chomp sightseeing. Storyboarded in Toon Boom Storyboard Pro Storyboardartist storyboard
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Joe Apel
- Arcadia, United States
- 21 projects
I'm a professional artist with over 20 years of experience in the animation industry. My journey has allowed me to explore both traditional and digital animation, engaging in storyboarding and character design.
About
I’m a professional artist with over 20 years of experience in the animation industry. My journey has allowed me to explore both traditional and digital animation, engaging in storyboarding and character design. I thrive in collaborative environments, where I can merge creative visions with team dynamics to bring stories to life. With a passion for animation that resonates through my work, I strive to meet and exceed quality standards while mentoring upcoming talents in the field.
- Joined July 2024
Languages
- EnglishFluent
Industry experience
- Media & Entertainment
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Projects · 21
A selection of work I personally animated, either traditional (on paper) or in Adobe Animate/Flash: Axe Cop Yabba Dabba Dinosaurs Bunnicula Problem Solverz The Ricky Gervais Show Golan the Insatiable I'm Dirty All the World The Gym Teacher from the Black Lagoon 2danimator animator adobeanimate adobeflash traditionalanimator
- 2D Animator
- Animator
A selection of poses of my character, Broose Monster
- Character Designer
Work experience· 4 roles
Illustrator/Motion Graphics Animator · FreelanceJan 2012 – Jan 2013 · 1 yr 1 mo
Designed and animated an interactive video for students on 'How to Make a Visual Poem' for the Getty Museum of Los Angeles.
Character Designer · Freelance & Studio CollaborationsJan 2010 – Jan 2020 · 10 yrs 1 mo
Created character designs, turnarounds, and props, focusing on visual consistency and appeal.
Storyboard Artist / Revisionist · Freelance & Studio CollaborationsJan 2007 – Present · 19 yrs 11 mos
Developed and revised storyboards to ensure they met the narrative and visual standards. Collaborated with directors and writers to refine story flow and pacing.
Animation Director / 2D Animator · Freelance & Studio CollaborationsJan 2004 – Present · 22 yrs 11 mos
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts · College for Creative Studies2000 – 2003
Focus in Animation and Digital Animation
Bachelor of Fine Arts · Wayne State University1993 – 1998
Focus on Drawing
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