Mel McCann

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I’m Melissa McCann, a character animator and storyboard artist with over a decade of professional experience collaborating with studios and indie teams to bring characters to life.

About

I’m Melissa McCann, a character animator and storyboard artist with over a decade of professional experience collaborating with studios and indie teams to bring characters to life. I blend traditional frame-by-frame craft with modern 2D workflows, mentor students, and build industry partnerships that connect education with real-world production.

Based in the Detroit area, I love creating engaging visuals across animation, design, and direction, while leading education partnerships and external programs that help emerging artists grow and thrive in the industry.

  • 11 years' experience
  • Joined November 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 12 roles

Animator · First FightJan 2021 – Jan 2021 · 1 mo

Created animation work for various clients in Detroit area

Animator · Nathan LoveJan 2020 – Nov 2025 · 5 yrs 11 mos

Animator on projects for Nathan Love

Animator · VergeJan 2019 – Jan 2019 · 1 mo

SFX animator on Verge project: A Sun Will Always Sing

Owner & Director (Character Animator, Storyboard Artist, Illustrator) · Eat Rice StudioJan 2019 – Nov 2025 · 6 yrs 11 mos
Animator · Pronounce 3000Jan 2018 – Jan 2018 · 1 mo
Animator · Gunner StudioJan 2018 – Jan 2018 · 1 mo
Animator · Alpha Omega AnimationJan 2017 – Nov 2025 · 8 yrs 11 mos
Animator · MeshJan 2016 – Jan 2016 · 1 mo

Education

BFA, Entertainment Arts — Character Animation · College for Creative Studies2006 – 2010
Sociology & Fine Arts coursework · Mott Community College2006
Animation Mentor: Online Basic 3D Character Animation · Animation Mentor2010
Lynda.com courses (various) · Lynda.com2030 – 2025

Certifications and awards

BFA in Entertainment Arts — Character Animation2006 – 2010
Animation Mentor Certificate: Online Basic 3D Character Animation2010
Dean's List (College for Creative Studies)2006 – 2010

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