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Hi, I’m Simon Ward-Horner. I’ve spent many years working in animation, most recently as animation supervisor on the reboot of the hit show, King of the Hill. My roles have ranged from director and overseas animation supervisor to designer, storyboard artist, and writer. I’ve had the pleasure of directing award-winning projects like Wild Animal Baby Explorers and co-directing The Legends of Treasure Island II. My passion for writing complements my art, as I’ve scripted episodes for animated series and worked on screenplays for features.
I’m also interested in illustration/cartoon work.
I love developing new projects and pushing creative boundaries, whether for television, books, or animation studios worldwide. Working internationally has given me great insight and experience, and I enjoy collaborating on stories that engage and inspire audiences of all ages.
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Work Experience
Overseas Supervisor at Yeson Animation, Seoul, South Korea
March 31, 2025 - July 24, 2025Supervised overseas animation production for the reboot of 'King Of The Hill' seasons 14 and 15, ensuring quality and consistency for Fox TVA.
Director at Various Projects
December 31, 2018 - July 24, 2025Directed the award-winning 'Wild Animal Baby Explorers' TV series and 'The Legends of Treasure Island II'. Directed seasons 2-5 of 'Mansour' for Cartoon Network Studios Arabia while also serving as Head of Story for seasons 4 and 5. Directed pilots such as 'Nelly the Monster Sitter' and the series 'Grambo'.
Animation Supervisor at Various Companies
December 31, 2007 - July 24, 2025Supervised animation for numerous TV series and features including 'School for Little Vampires', 'Horrid Henry', 'The Misadventures of Maya And Miguel', 'Redwall', 'Byrds', and feature films like 'Clifford's Really Big Movie' and 'The Wild Thornberry's' movies. Managed overseas teams in locations such as Seoul, Shanghai, and Canada.
Writer and Script Consultant at Various Clients
January 1, 2007 - PresentWrote screenplays and scripts including the proposed feature 'HYDE' and various episodes for TV series. Provided script consultancy and character designs for feature animation projects.
Storyboard Artist and Revisionist at Disney/Spider Eye
December 31, 2010 - July 24, 2025Worked on storyboards and revisions for series like 'Jungle Junction'.
Illustrator and Project Developer at Various Private and Client Projects
November 30, 2023 - July 24, 2025Developed and illustrated children's books and pre-school projects, including 'Tim, Patty, and Poe' and Joanna Prouds' Mood Bears series.
Writer at Inkubus Animation, London
August 1, 2020 - PresentWorking on development of new projects and markets with responsibilities including writing and directing.
Series Director at Moonbug UK
July 31, 2022 - September 2, 2025Served as series director overseeing production and creative direction.
Overseas Supervisor at Yeson Animation, Seoul, South Korea
March 31, 2025 - September 2, 2025Managed overseas animation supervision for the reboot of the King Of The Hill series (seasons 14 and 15) for Fox TVA.
Animation Supervisor, Director, Head of Story, Writer at Cartoon Network Studios Arabia
December 31, 2018 - September 2, 2025Directed multiple seasons of 'Mansour,' was head of story for seasons four and five, and contributed significantly to story development.
Director at PBS Kids/Xing-Xing Digital Animation
December 31, 2012 - September 2, 2025Directed the award-winning preschool TV series ‘Wild Animal Baby Explorers.’
Storyboard Revisionist at Disney/Spider Eye
December 31, 2010 - September 2, 2025Worked as a storyboard revisionist on the preschool TV series ‘Jungle Junction.’
Director of Pilot at Red and Blue Productions, London
December 31, 2008 - September 2, 2025Directed the pilot for ‘Nelly the Monster Sitter.’
Animation Supervisor at Hahn Films, Berlin / Novel Entertainment, London
December 31, 2007 - September 2, 2025Supervised animation on ‘School for Little Vampires’ and ‘Horrid Henry,’ working in Berlin, Shanghai, and London.
Animation Supervisor at Scholastic/524 Films
December 31, 2005 - September 2, 2025Animation supervisor on ‘The Misadventures of Maya And Miguel.’
Overseas Supervisor at Nelvana, Canada
December 31, 2001 - September 2, 2025Supervised overseas animation on ‘Redwall’ and ‘Byrds’.
Co-Writer, Co-Designer, Co-Director, Supervisor at Howling Wolf (own company)
December 31, 1995 - September 2, 2025Co-founded animation company and co-produced ‘The Legends of Treasure Island II,’ winning the British Animation Awards children’s choice award.
Overseas Supervisor, Writer, Storyboard Artist, Sheet Timer, Animator at FilmFair, London / Phoenix Animation, Toronto
December 31, 1994 - September 2, 2025Worked on ‘The Legends of Treasure Island’ and animated on ‘Mumfie.’
Animator at Disney TV, London
December 31, 1991 - September 2, 2025Animator on projects including ‘Duck Tales the Movie,’ ‘Tailspin,’ and ‘Winnie The Pooh’ TV series.
Freelance Animator and Assistant at Various Animation Projects, London
December 31, 1990 - September 2, 2025Freelance animator and assistant on TV commercials, music promos, and similar animation jobs.
Trainee Animator to Animator at Richard Purdum Productions, London
December 31, 1984 - September 2, 2025Started career as a trainee, progressing to animator.
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Media & Entertainment, Education, Consumer Goods, Professional Services
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