I am a Brooklyn-based freelance storyboard artist and concept designer specializing in film, television and advertising with 20 years of experience. Using both hand drawn and digital styles, I’ve assisted countless directors with translating scripts into a visual language. I’m accustomed to working remotely or in NYC in person, and I’m also available for travel to tech scouts in the area. I excel in script analysis, scene composition, camera angle planning, and timing to ensure storyboards convey rhythm and emotion. Proficient in both traditional and digital techniques (Procreate, Adobe Creative Suite), I adapt to various styles and formats to meet project needs, collaborating closely with directors, producers, writers, and animators across genres from action to drama to comedy.…

Wes Simpkins

I am a Brooklyn-based freelance storyboard artist and concept designer specializing in film, television and advertising with 20 years of experience. Using both hand drawn and digital styles, I’ve assisted countless directors with translating scripts into a visual language. I’m accustomed to working remotely or in NYC in person, and I’m also available for travel to tech scouts in the area. I excel in script analysis, scene composition, camera angle planning, and timing to ensure storyboards convey rhythm and emotion. Proficient in both traditional and digital techniques (Procreate, Adobe Creative Suite), I adapt to various styles and formats to meet project needs, collaborating closely with directors, producers, writers, and animators across genres from action to drama to comedy.…

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I am a Brooklyn-based freelance storyboard artist and concept designer specializing in film, television and advertising with 20 years of experience. Using both hand drawn and digital styles, I’ve assisted countless directors with translating scripts into a visual language. I’m accustomed to working remotely or in NYC in person, and I’m also available for travel to tech scouts in the area.

I excel in script analysis, scene composition, camera angle planning, and timing to ensure storyboards convey rhythm and emotion. Proficient in both traditional and digital techniques (Procreate, Adobe Creative Suite), I adapt to various styles and formats to meet project needs, collaborating closely with directors, producers, writers, and animators across genres from action to drama to comedy.

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English
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Work Experience

Freelance Storyboard Artist at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2004 - October 28, 2025
Freelance storyboard artist crafting visual narratives for feature films, television shows and commercials. Translate scripts into detailed storyboards; collaborate with directors, producers, writers, and animators; refine story flow, pacing, and emotional impact. Proficient in traditional and digital techniques (Procreate, Photoshop); adapt to multiple styles and formats; ensure timing and pacing align with final production.
Production Artist at HIP Health Plan of New York
December 31, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Designed a wide array of print materials including brochures, fliers, newspaper ads, direct mail pieces and various internal projects.
Production Artist at Bozell Worldwide
December 31, 2001 - December 31, 2001
Produced mechanicals (in Quark XPress) for national advertising campaigns: Milk Mustache, Verizon Wireless, Datek, Bahamas Tourism and The New York Times.
Graphic Designer at J.T. Spach & Associates
December 31, 2000 - December 31, 2000
Designed a wide array of print materials including catalogs, posters, brochures, stationary, business cards, and advertisements.
Production Artist at HIP Health Plan of New York
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2004
Designed a wide array of print materials including brochures, fliers, newspaper ads, direct mail pieces and various other internal projects.
Production Artist at Bozell Worldwide
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2001
Produced mechanicals (in Quark XPress) for national advertising campaigns including Milk Mustache, Verizon Wireless, Datek, Bahamas Tourism and The New York Times.
Graphic Designer at J.T. Spach & Associates
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2000
Designed a wide array of print materials including catalogs, posters, brochures, stationary, business cards, and advertisements.

Education

Macromedia Dreamweaver at School of Visual Arts
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005
Storyboarding for Animation at School of Visual Arts
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005
Miniature Set Design at School of Visual Arts
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003
Stop Motion Animation at School of Visual Arts
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003
Cartooning at School of Visual Arts
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001
Bachelors Degree in Fine Arts (Graphic Design/Illustration) at Cazenovia College
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1998
Semester Abroad at American College in London
September 1, 1995 - December 31, 1995
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Graphic Design/Illustration) at Cazenovia College
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1998
American College in London Semester Abroad at American College in London
September 1, 1995 - December 1, 1995
Macromedia Dream Weaver at School of Visual Arts
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
Storyboarding for Animation at School of Visual Arts
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
Miniature Set Design at School of Visual Arts
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003
Stop Motion Animation at School of Visual Arts
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003
Cartooning at School of Visual Arts
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design/Illustration at Cazenovia College
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1998
Continuing Education Courses at School of Visual Arts
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2005

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Media & Entertainment, Professional Services

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