I am a senior animator, storyboard artist, and animation art director with experience across feature films, television, video games, and music projects. I’m known for cinematic storytelling, meticulous animatics, and action-driven visual direction, with credits spanning major studios, award-winning producers, and established IP. I translate narrative concepts and voiceover into cinematic visuals, establishing tone, pacing, and emotional continuity across sequences. I contribute to the overall visual identity through composition and performance-driven staging, and I enjoy collaborating with teams to bring ambitious ideas to life.…

Kam Kalambay

I am a senior animator, storyboard artist, and animation art director with experience across feature films, television, video games, and music projects. I’m known for cinematic storytelling, meticulous animatics, and action-driven visual direction, with credits spanning major studios, award-winning producers, and established IP. I translate narrative concepts and voiceover into cinematic visuals, establishing tone, pacing, and emotional continuity across sequences. I contribute to the overall visual identity through composition and performance-driven staging, and I enjoy collaborating with teams to bring ambitious ideas to life.…

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I am a senior animator, storyboard artist, and animation art director with experience across feature films, television, video games, and music projects. I’m known for cinematic storytelling, meticulous animatics, and action-driven visual direction, with credits spanning major studios, award-winning producers, and established IP.

I translate narrative concepts and voiceover into cinematic visuals, establishing tone, pacing, and emotional continuity across sequences. I contribute to the overall visual identity through composition and performance-driven staging, and I enjoy collaborating with teams to bring ambitious ideas to life.

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Language

English
Fluent
Swahili
Intermediate

Work Experience

Creative Art Director, Animator, and Storyboard Artist at Bdukehubb, Inc.
November 1, 2022 - Present
Collaborated with Academy Award-winning producer Beth Hubbard on a confidential animated proof of concept project. Designed original and visually impactful characters aligning with project requirements. Produced animatics communicating effective pacing and visual direction. Delivered lead animation for significant sequences, showcasing expertise in dynamic motion and narrative.
Storyboard Artist at Creators Arc Studios
March 31, 2025 - July 31, 2025
Crafted dynamic storyboard animatics for "Glitchfits," enhancing visual storytelling.
Storyboard Artist at Martian Blueberry
November 30, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Created 2D animation sequences for unreleased video game cinematic projects. Provided key animation and revisions to maintain high visual standards.
Freelance Storyboard Artist at Nasse Animation Studio
September 30, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Developed storyboard animatics for an animated feature trailer, with emphasis on dynamic pacing, choreography, and camera work.
Character Artist at Martian Blueberry
July 31, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Designed distinctive characters and contributed to the art direction of a music video series. Worked closely with the director to ensure cohesive and compelling visual storytelling.
Art Director and Story Artist at Wild Comet Media
June 30, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Directed animatic and visual sequence for Tinkerhell, which premiered at festivals such as Fantasia and Screamfest. Designed the production poster and provided creative input throughout the project lifecycle.
Storyboard Artist and Revisionist at Nickelodeon Animation
June 30, 2023 - July 31, 2025
Contributed storyboards and revisions for Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Focused on developing dynamic action sequences and enhancing visual storytelling.
Animation Director at Tuff Gong Worldwide
July 31, 2022 - July 31, 2025
Directed and animated the music video The Lucky One for Grammy-winning artist Ziggy Marley.
Animation Director at Universal Music Group
March 31, 2022 - July 31, 2025
Directed and animated the music video Apple Tree for multi-award-winning artist Erykah Badu.
Character Animator at Secret Sauce Studio
January 31, 2022 - July 31, 2025
Animated scenes for the music video Cow Attack - Never Underestimate a Cow.
Lead Animator at Dreambear Productions
November 30, 2020 - July 31, 2025
Designed and animated the 2D music video Lazy for The Living Tombstone, garnering millions of YouTube views.
Animation Director at Tuff Gong Worldwide
June 30, 2018 - July 31, 2025
Directed and animated Rebellion Rises for Grammy-winning artist Ziggy Marley.
Storyboard Artist at Indigo Veil Media
September 30, 2021 - July 31, 2025
Created detailed storyboards for Fractal, a short film by The Boys showrunner Anslem Richardson.
Storyboard Artist at Secret Sauce Studio for Gearbox/2K Games
September 30, 2015 - July 31, 2025
Developed storyboards for action cinematics in Battleborn, a major video game title.
Storyboard Artist at Creators Arc Studios
March 31, 2025 - July 31, 2025
Crafted dynamic storyboard animatics for "Glitchfits," enhancing visual storytelling.
Lead Animator at Dreambear Productions
November 30, 2020 - July 31, 2025
Designed and animated the 2D music video 'Lazy' for The Living Tombstone, garnering millions of YouTube views.
Animation Director at Tuff Gong Worldwide
June 30, 2018 - July 31, 2025
Directed and animated 'Rebellion Rises' for Grammy-winning artist Ziggy Marley.
Storyboard Artist at Indigo Veil Media
September 30, 2021 - July 31, 2025
Created detailed storyboards for 'Fractal', a short film by The Boys showrunner Anslem Richardson.
Storyboard Artist at Secret Sauce Studio for Gearbox/2K Games
September 30, 2015 - July 31, 2025
Developed storyboards for action cinematics in the video game 'Battleborn'.
Account Relationship Manager at Co-op Solutions
January 31, 2021 - July 31, 2025
Managed multiple client accounts and cultivated strong professional relationships.
Creative Art Director, Animator, and Storyboard Artist at Bdukehubb, Inc.
November 1, 2022 - Present
Collaborated with Academy Award-winning producer Beth Hubbard on a confidential animated proof of concept project. Designed original and visually impactful characters aligning with project requirements. Produced animatics communicating effective pacing and visual direction. Delivered lead animation for significant sequences, showcasing expertise in dynamic motion and narrative.
Storyboard Artist at Creators Arc Studios
March 31, 2025 - July 31, 2025
Crafted dynamic storyboard animatics for "Glitchfits," enhancing visual storytelling.
Storyboard Artist at Martian Blueberry
November 30, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Created 2D animation sequences for unreleased video game cinematic projects. Provided key animation and revisions to maintain high visual standards.
Freelance Storyboard Artist at Nasse Animation Studio
September 30, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Developed storyboard animatics for an animated feature trailer, with emphasis on dynamic pacing, choreography, and camera work.
Character Artist at Martian Blueberry
July 31, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Designed distinctive characters and contributed to the art direction of a music video series. Worked closely with the director to ensure cohesive and compelling visual storytelling.
Art Director and Story Artist at Wild Comet Media
June 30, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Directed animatic and visual sequence for Tinkerhell, which premiered at festivals such as Fantasia and Screamfest. Designed the production poster and provided creative input throughout the project lifecycle.
Storyboard Artist and Revisionist at Nickelodeon Animation
June 30, 2023 - July 31, 2025
Contributed storyboards and revisions for Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Focused on developing dynamic action sequences and enhancing visual storytelling.
Animation Director at Tuff Gong Worldwide
July 31, 2022 - July 31, 2025
Directed and animated the music video The Lucky One for Grammy-winning artist Ziggy Marley.
Animation Director at Universal Music Group
March 31, 2022 - July 31, 2025
Directed and animated the music video Apple Tree for multi-award-winning artist Erykah Badu.
Character Animator at Secret Sauce Studio
January 31, 2022 - July 31, 2025
Animated scenes for the music video Cow Attack - Never Underestimate a Cow.
Lead Animator at Dreambear Productions
November 30, 2020 - July 31, 2025
Designed and animated the 2D music video Lazy for The Living Tombstone, garnering millions of YouTube views.
Animation Director at Tuff Gong Worldwide
June 30, 2018 - July 31, 2025
Directed and animated Rebellion Rises for Grammy-winning artist Ziggy Marley.
Storyboard Artist at Indigo Veil Media
September 30, 2021 - July 31, 2025
Created detailed storyboards for Fractal, a short film by The Boys showrunner Anslem Richardson.
Storyboard Artist at Secret Sauce Studio for Gearbox/2K Games
September 30, 2015 - July 31, 2025
Developed storyboards for action cinematics in Battleborn, a major video game title.
Account Relationship Manager at Co-op Solutions
January 31, 2021 - July 31, 2025
Managed multiple client accounts and cultivated strong professional relationships.
Character Artist at Martian Blueberry
May 1, 2023 - July 1, 2024
Designed distinctive characters and contributed to the art direction of a music video series. Worked closely with the director to ensure cohesive and compelling visual storytelling.
Art Director and Story Artist at Wild Comet Media
April 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024
Directed animatic and visual sequence for Tinkerhell, which premiered at festivals such as Fantasia and Screamfest. Designed the production poster and provided creative input throughout the project lifecycle.
Character Animator at Secret Sauce Studio
November 29, 2021 - December 30, 2021
Animated scenes for the music video Cow Attack - Never Underestimate a Cow.
Storyboard Artist at Rokyn Animation
June 30, 2025 - Present
Legend of Salvatore Ganacci (In Production) Contributed storyboards and visual development for multiple character backstory segments on an animated music-driven project currently in production. Collaborated closely with the director to translate abstract narrative concepts and voice-over into cinematic, emotionally driven imagery, prioritizing mood, pacing, and performance over literal realism. Focused on strong composition, expressive acting, and stylized visual continuity to support a poetic, memory-like storytelling approach. Helped establish visual rhythm and tone across sequences while maintaining consistency with the project’s overarching aesthetic and thematic direction.
Account Relationship Manager at Co-op Solutions
February 1, 2012 - January 1, 2021
Managed multiple client accounts and cultivated strong professional relationships.
Creative Art Director, Storyboard Artist at Rokyn Animation
January 1, 2025 - Present
Contribute storyboards and visual direction for an animated feature film. Translate narrative concepts and voiceover into clear, cinematic visual language. Establish tone, pacing, and emotional continuity across sequences. Support overall visual identity through composition and performance-driven staging.
Creative Art Director, Animator, Storyboard Artist at Bdukehubb, Inc.
November 1, 2022 - July 1, 2025
Collaborated with Academy Award winning producer Beth Hubbard on a confidential animated proof of concept project. Designed characters and visual systems aligned with narrative and stylistic goals. Developed animatics to communicate pacing and visual direction. Delivered lead animation for key sequences.
2D Animator at Martian Blueberry
November 1, 2024 - Present
Created 2D animation for unreleased video game cinematics. Provided animation revisions to improve motion clarity and consistency.

Education

Animation at Art Institute of Dallas
July 2, 2024 - May 27, 2002
Associate Degree at The Art Institute of Dallas
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2002
Associate Degree at The Art Institute of Dallas
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2002
Associate Degree at The Art Institute of Dallas
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2002
Associate Degree at The Art Institute of Dallas
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2002
Associate Degree at The Art Institute of Dallas
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2002
Associate Degree in Conceptual Art & Storyboarding at The Art Institute of Dallas
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2002
Associate Degree in Conceptual Art & Storyboarding at The Art Institute of Dallas
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2002
Associate Degree at The Art Institute of Dallas
January 11, 2030 - January 17, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Other, Software & Internet
    paper Kam Kalambay – Animation Reel

    A curated reel showcasing Kam Kalambay’s range as an animator, storyboard artist, and director. Highlights include dynamic choreography, cinematic storytelling, and stylistic versatility across music videos, game cinematics, short films, and series work. Projects featured span collaborations with Ziggy Marley, The Living Tombstone, Nickelodeon, Gearbox/2K Games, and more.

    paper Cow Attack - Never Underestimate A Cow

    High in the peaceful Alps, yodelmeister Takeo Ischi and his beloved friend Heidi encounter a band of fearsome foes. Animated by Secret Sauce Studio.

    paper the living tombstone - lazy

    Directed by Noah Sterling, with rough animation & animatic by Kam Kalambay, production by Dreambear, and other credits.

    paper Kal Tourette - Intergalactic Sermons (Official Music Video)

    Animated & Edited by: Kam “Kal Tourette” Kalambay, Instrumental Produced by: KO49, Written and Performed, Mixed & Mastered By Mousequake, Directed by: Kam Kalambay.

    paper Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2024)

    Contributed as a Storyboard Artist, Revisionist, and Clean-Up Artist on the first four episodes of Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2024). Crafted dynamic action sequences with cinematic camera work and choreography-focused storytelling. Played a key role in maintaining visual continuity and elevating the show’s pacing, delivering impactful beats that honor the franchise’s legacy while adding fresh creative energy.