Nico Colaleo

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I'm an animation director and writer, passionate about creating engaging stories for both children and adults.

About

I’m an animation director and writer, passionate about creating engaging stories for both children and adults. With a background in animation editing, I have honed my skills in various roles across different prestigious studios.

I have worked on notable projects with Disney, Netflix, and Nickelodeon, earning recognition in the industry, including an Emmy Award. My focus is on innovation in animation, and I love collaborating with talented teams to bring ideas to life.

  • 14 years' experience
  • Joined September 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education

Work experience· 10 roles

Animatic Editor · Walt Disney TV AnimationJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

Worked on various animated series including Primos and Star vs. the Forces of Evil, focusing on creating engaging animatics to guide the animation production process.

Animatic Editor · Walt Disney TV AnimationDec 2021 – Sep 2025 · 3 yrs 10 mos

Worked on various animated series, contributing as an animatic editor. Responsibilities included creating animatics that serve as the blueprint for animation, ensuring that story and timing are effectively conveyed during production.

Animator and Writer · NETFLIX AnimationJan 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 11 mos

Contributed to animated content by writing engaging scripts and animating key scenes, bringing stories to life for diverse audiences.

Animatic Editor · Nickelodeon Animation StudiosJan 2020 – Jan 2023 · 3 yrs 1 mo
Animatic & Post Editor · NETFLIX AnimationJan 2020 – Jan 2023 · 3 yrs 1 mo
Director · DreamWorks AnimationDec 2018 – Sep 2025 · 6 yrs 10 mos
Series Creator · Ollie & ScoopsJan 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 11 mos
Series Creator · DreamWorks AnimationJan 2016 – Jan 2018 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Education

High School Diploma · Catalina Foothills High School1999 – 2003
Certificate in Film & Digital Arts · Pima College2003 – 2007

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