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I’m Darren Wall, founder and Creative Director of Planet Jump Productions, a BAFTA-nominated animation studio. I lead the studio across marketing, creative direction and business development, delivering concepts, storyboards and animatics for clients like Microsoft, Sony and GSK. I also oversee all projects as Creative Director, guiding teams to bring ideas to life with clarity and energy.
Beyond running Planet Jump, I teach as a Freelance Lecturer and share industry insights through guest lectures and workshops with Barnet College, UCA Rochester and schools, helping to nurture the next generation of animators and storytellers.
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Storyboard Artist at Mercedes
March 3, 2025 - March 21, 2025Owner/Company Director at Planet Jump Productions
November 1, 2010 - June 7, 2024Responsible for all aspects of the BAFTA nominated animation studio including marketing, creative and all business interests. Produce concepts, storyboards and animatics and fully oversee all projects as Creative Director. Clients include Microsoft, Sony and GSK.
Freelance Lecturer/Guest Speaker at Various Colleges and Schools
December 1, 2010 - June 7, 2024Teaching Roles at colleges and schools, including 2 course modules at Barnet College, guest lecturer at UCA Rochester and animation workshops at various primary schools.
Head of Animation Production at Chase Imagination
December 1, 2004 - September 30, 2010Directed various projects for the BBC, E.A. Diverse and The History Channel. Produced on projects for Sony, Disney, Cartoon Network and the BBC. Experienced in dealing with large teams, liaising with clients, forming and implementing schedules and producing budgets.
Freelance storyboard/concept artist at Self-employed
June 1, 2002 - December 1, 2004Work ranged from feature films, commercials, pop promos and animated series to short films for clients such as Channel 4, Disney, Gamer TV, Warner Bros, Cools Beer and Levis, Cold and Dark.
Assistant to Director at Varga – TVC
September 1, 1998 - June 1, 2002Worked on storyboards, animatics, line tests, art department and editing. Worked on a number of Raymond Briggs films and several I.P. studio projects.
Clean up artist, line tester, assistant and cel painter at High Eagle Animation – Geoff Dunbar & Paul McCartney
February 1, 1997 - May 31, 1998Animated music promo – Tropic Island Hum. Also helped contribute in the running of the studio.
General runner then floor runner at Ecosse Films – Her Majesty Mr’s Brown
November 1, 1996 - January 31, 1997Worked on location and studio, dealing with leading actors on a daily basis.
Production assistant then clean up artist and effects artist at Warner Bros. Animation – Space Jam
July 1, 1995 - June 30, 1996Started as a production assistant, then moved into the animation department.
Runner then dispatch runner then assistant librarian then head of the library at Molinare Post Production
July 1, 1993 - June 30, 1995Progressed through roles in post production support services.
Assistant to Art Director at London Studios
August 1, 1991 - January 31, 1992Assisted Art Director Julian Fullalove.
Owner/Company Director at Planet Jump Productions
November 1, 2010 - June 6, 2024Responsible for all aspects of the BAFTA nominated animation studio including marketing, creative and all business interests. Produce concepts, storyboards and animatics and fully oversee all projects as Creative Director. Managed high-profile clients such as Microsoft, Sony, and GSK.
Freelance Lecturer/Guest Speaker at Various Colleges and Schools
December 1, 2010 - June 6, 2024Taught course modules at Barnet College, served as guest lecturer at UCA Rochester, and led animation workshops at various primary schools, sharing expertise and inspiring students in the field of animation.
Head of Animation Production at Chase Imagination
December 1, 2004 - September 30, 2010Directed animation projects for clients such as BBC, EA, Diverse, and The History Channel. Produced on projects for Sony, Disney, Cartoon Network, and the BBC. Managed large teams, liaised with clients, and developed schedules and budgets.
Freelance Storyboard/Concept Artist at Various Clients
June 1, 2002 - December 1, 2004Provided storyboard and concept art services for feature films, commercials, pop promos, and animated series. Clients included Channel 4, Disney, Gamer TV, Warner Bros, and others.
Assistant to Director at Varga – TVC
September 1, 1998 - June 1, 2002Worked on storyboards, animatics, line tests, art department, and editing. Contributed to projects including Raymond Briggs films and other studio projects.
Clean Up Artist, Line Tester, Assistant and Cel Painter at High Eagle Animation – Geoff Dunbar & Paul McCartney
February 1, 1997 - May 31, 1998Worked on animated music promo 'Tropic Island Hum' and helped in running the studio.
General Runner and Floor Runner at Ecosse Films
November 1, 1996 - January 31, 1997Worked on location and studio handling day-to-day interactions with leading actors.
Production Assistant and Animation Department Artist at Warner Bros. Animation - Space Jam
July 1, 1995 - June 30, 1996Started as production assistant, moved into animation department as clean up artist and effects artist.
Head of Library at Molinare Post Production
July 1, 1993 - June 30, 1995Progressed from runner to head of the library managing post-production assets.
Assistant to Art Director at London Studios
August 1, 1991 - January 31, 1992Assisted Art Director Julian Fullalove.
Owner/Company Director at Planet Jump Productions
November 1, 2010 - June 5, 2024Responsible for all aspects of the BAFTA nominated animation studio including marketing, creative and all business interests. Produce concepts, storyboards and animatics and fully oversee all projects as Creative Director. Clients include Microsoft, Sony and GSK.
Freelance Lecturer/Guest Speaker at Various Colleges and Schools
December 1, 2010 - June 5, 2024Teaching roles at colleges and schools, including 2 course modules at Barnet College, guest lecturer at UCA Rochester and animation workshops at various primary schools.
Head of Animation Production at Chase Imagination
December 1, 2004 - September 30, 2010Directed various projects for the BBC, E.A. Diverse and The History Channel. Produced on projects for Sony, Disney, Cartoon Network and the BBC. Experienced in dealing with large teams, liaising with clients, forming and implementing schedules and producing budgets.
Freelance storyboard/concept artist at Independent
June 1, 2002 - December 1, 2004Worked on feature films, commercials, pop promos and animated series to short films for clients such as Channel 4, Disney, Gamer TV, Warner Bros, Cools Beer and Levis.
Assistant to Director at Varga – TVC
September 1, 1998 - June 1, 2002Worked on storyboards, animatics, line tests, art department and editing. Worked on a number of Raymond Briggs films and several I.P. studio projects.
Clean up artist, line tester, assistant and cel painter at High Eagle Animation – Geoff Dunbar & Paul McCartney
February 1, 1997 - May 31, 1998Worked on animated music promo Tropic Island Hum, contributed in the running of the studio.
General Runner then Floor Runner at Ecosse Films
November 1, 1996 - January 31, 1997Worked both on location and studio, dealing with leading actors on a daily basis.
Production Assistant, Clean up artist, Effects Artist at Warner Bros. Animation
July 1, 1995 - June 30, 1996Worked as production assistant, then moved into animation department as clean up artist and later effects artist for Space Jam.
Runner, Dispatch Runner, Assistant Librarian, Head of the Library at Molinare Post Production
July 1, 1993 - June 30, 1995Progressed from runner to head of the library over a two year period, supporting post production operations.
Assistant to Art Director at London Studios
August 1, 1991 - January 31, 1992Supported Art Director Julian Fullalove.
Owner/Company Director at Planet Jump Productions
November 1, 2010 - June 11, 2024Responsible for all aspects of the BAFTA nominated animation studio including marketing, creative, and all business interests. Produce concepts, storyboards, and animatics, and fully oversee all projects as Creative Director. Clients include Microsoft, Sony and GSK.
Freelance Lecturer/Guest Speaker at Various educational institutions including Barnet College and UCA Rochester
December 1, 2010 - June 11, 2024Teaching roles at colleges and schools, including 2 course modules at Barnet College, guest lecturer at UCA Rochester, and animation workshops at various primary schools.
Head of Animation Production at Chase Imagination
December 1, 2004 - September 30, 2010Directed various projects for BBC, E.A. Diverse, and The History Channel. Produced projects for Sony, Disney, Cartoon Network, and the BBC. Experienced in managing large teams, liaising with clients, forming and implementing schedules, and producing budgets.
Freelance Storyboard/Concept Artist at Various clients
June 1, 2002 - December 1, 2004Worked on feature films, commercials, pop promos, animated series, and short films for clients such as Channel 4, Disney, Gamer TV, Warner Bros, Cools Beer, and Levis.
Assistant to Director at Varga – TVC
September 1, 1998 - June 1, 2002Contributed to storyboards, animatics, line tests, art department tasks, and editing. Worked on Raymond Briggs films and several I.P. studio projects.
Clean Up Artist / Line Tester / Assistant / Cel Painter at High Eagle Animation – Geoff Dunbar & Paul McCartney
February 1, 1997 - May 31, 1998Worked on animated music promo Tropic Island Hum and assisted with studio running.
General Runner / Floor Runner at Ecosse Films
November 1, 1996 - January 31, 1997Supported studio and on-location work, dealing with leading actors daily.
Production Assistant / Clean Up Artist / Effects Artist at Warner Bros. Animation
July 1, 1995 - June 30, 1996Started as production assistant, then worked in animation department on cleanup and effects.
Runner / Dispatch Runner / Assistant Librarian / Head of Library at Molinare Post Production
July 1, 1993 - June 30, 1995Progressed through various runner and librarian roles culminating as head of the library.
Assistant to Art Director at London Studios
August 1, 1991 - January 31, 1992Assisted Art Director Julian Fullalove on various projects.
Owner/Company Director at Planet Jump Productions
November 1, 2010 - PresentResponsible for all aspects of the BAFTA-nominated animation studio, including marketing, creative direction, and business interests. Produce concepts, storyboards and animatics and oversee projects as Creative Director. Clients include Microsoft, Sony and GSK.
Freelance Lecturer / Guest Speaker
December 1, 2010 - PresentTeaching roles at colleges and schools, including two course modules at Barnet College; guest lecturer at UCA Rochester; animation workshops at primary schools.
Head of Animation Production at Chase Imagination
September 30, 2010 - September 10, 2025Directed various projects for BBC, E.A. Diverse and The History Channel; produced projects for Sony, Disney, Cartoon Network and the BBC. Experienced in managing large teams, liaising with clients, scheduling and budgeting.
Freelance storyboard/concept artist
December 31, 2004 - September 10, 2025Work ranged from feature films, commercials, pop promos and animated series to short films for clients such as Channel 4, Disney, Gamer TV, Warner Bros, Levis, and Cold and Dark.
Assistant to Director at Varga – TVC
June 30, 2002 - September 10, 2025Worked on storyboards, animatics, line tests, art department and editing. Worked on a number of Raymond Briggs films and several I.P. studio projects.
Animation Assistant / Clean up Artist at High Eagle Animation – Geoff Dunbar & Paul McCartney
May 31, 1998 - September 10, 2025Animated music promo – Tropic Island Hum. Worked as clean up artist, line tester, assistant and cel painter. Also helped contribute in the running of the studio.
Runner (General / Floor) at Ecosse Films – Her Majesty Mrs Brown
January 31, 1997 - September 10, 2025General runner then floor runner. Worked both on location and studio, dealing with leading actors on a daily basis.
Production Assistant / Clean Up Artist / Effects Artist at Warner Bros. Animation – Space Jam
June 30, 1996 - September 10, 2025Worked as production assistant, then moved into animation department as clean up artist and later effects artist.
Runner / Dispatch Runner / Assistant Librarian / Head of Library at Molinare Post Production
June 30, 1995 - September 10, 2025Worked as runner then promoted to dispatch runner then assistant librarian and finally head of the library.
Assistant to Art Director at London Studios
January 31, 1992 - September 10, 2025Assistant to Art Director Julian Fullalove; worked on location and in studio, dealing with leading actors on a daily basis.
Owner/Company Director at Planet Jump Productions
November 1, 2010 - PresentResponsible for all aspects of the BAFTA-nominated animation studio including marketing, creative direction and business interests. Produce concepts, storyboards and animatics and oversee all projects as Creative Director. Clients include Microsoft, Sony and GSK.
Freelance Lecturer/Guest Speaker at Self-employed
December 1, 2010 - PresentTeaching roles at colleges and schools, including two course modules at Barnet College, guest lecturer at UCA Rochester and animation workshops at various primary schools.
Head of Animation Production at Chase Imagination
September 1, 2010 - September 18, 2025Directed various projects for the BBC, E.A. Diverse and The History Channel. Produced on projects for Sony, Disney, Cartoon Network and the BBC. Experienced in dealing with large teams, liaising with clients, forming and implementing schedules and producing budgets.
Freelance storyboard/concept artist at Self-employed
December 1, 2004 - September 18, 2025Work ranged from feature films, commercials, pop promos and animated series to short films for clients such as Channel 4, Disney, Gamer TV, Warner Bros, Levis, Cold and Dark.
Assistant to Director at Varga – TVC
June 1, 2002 - September 18, 2025Worked on storyboards, animatics, line tests, art department and editing. Worked on a number of Raymond Briggs films and several IP studio projects.
Animated music promo / Clean up artist at High Eagle Animation – Geoff Dunbar & Paul McCartney
May 1, 1998 - September 18, 2025Animated Tropic Island Hum. Worked as clean up artist, line tester, assistant and cel painter. Also helped contribute in the running of the studio.
Floor runner at Ecosse Films – Her Majesty Mrs Brown
January 31, 1997 - September 18, 2025General runner then floor runner. Worked both on location and studio, dealing with leading actors on a daily basis.
Production assistant / effects artist at Warner Bros. Animation – Space Jam
June 30, 1996 - September 18, 2025Production assistant, then moved into animation department as clean up artist and later effects artist.
Runner / Head of the library at Molinare Post Production
June 30, 1995 - September 18, 2025Worked as runner then promoted to dispatch runner then assistant librarian and finally head of the library.
Assistant to Art Director at London Studios
January 31, 1992 - September 18, 2025Assistant to Art Director Julian Fullalove.
Education
HND at The London Institute, Back Hill
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 1992HND at The London Institute, Back Hill
August 1, 1991 - January 31, 1992HND at The London Institute, Back Hill
August 1, 1991 - January 31, 1992HND at The London Institute
January 1, 1991 - January 31, 1992HND – Stage & Retail Design at The London Institute
January 11, 2030 - September 10, 2025HND – Stage & Retail Design at The London Institute, Back Hill
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025Qualifications
Nominated for Children’s BAFTA – Interactive Category
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 1991Brit Award – Best Video – One Direction
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013Nominated for Children’s BAFTA - Interactive Category
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 1991Winner Brit Award – Best Video – One Direction
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013Nominated for Children’s BAFTA - Interactive Category
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 1991Winner Brit Award – Best Video – One Direction
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013Nominated for Children’s BAFTA – Interactive Category
January 1, 1991 - December 31, 1991Winner Brit Award – Best Video – One Direction
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013BAFTA nomination – Children's (Interactive) 1991
January 1, 1991 - September 18, 2025Brit Award – Best Video – One Direction (Winner) 2013
January 1, 2013 - September 18, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Gaming, Consumer Goods, Professional Services, Other, Software & Internet
Animated featurette for an animation series
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