Kia ora! I’m Kaz Head, a storyboard and concept artist studying a Bachelor’s Degree in Concept Design at Massey University. Originally from Christchurch, I enjoy using my creative pre-visualisation skills to connect ideas with audiences and ensure that good stories are done justice in their visual and narrative execution. In 2020, I received the industry-selected Ultimate Concept Artist Award from Massey University and Wētā Workshop for innovative design that transcended cultural boundaries. Since then, I have gone on to work throughout the creative pipeline on game and animation projects during my time at university, picking up an accidental specialisation in designing for science fiction along the way.

Kaz Head

Kia ora! I’m Kaz Head, a storyboard and concept artist studying a Bachelor’s Degree in Concept Design at Massey University. Originally from Christchurch, I enjoy using my creative pre-visualisation skills to connect ideas with audiences and ensure that good stories are done justice in their visual and narrative execution. In 2020, I received the industry-selected Ultimate Concept Artist Award from Massey University and Wētā Workshop for innovative design that transcended cultural boundaries. Since then, I have gone on to work throughout the creative pipeline on game and animation projects during my time at university, picking up an accidental specialisation in designing for science fiction along the way.

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Kia ora! I’m Kaz Head, a storyboard and concept artist studying a Bachelor’s Degree in Concept Design at Massey University. Originally from Christchurch, I enjoy using my creative pre-visualisation skills to connect ideas with audiences and ensure that good stories are done justice in their visual and narrative execution. In 2020, I received the industry-selected Ultimate Concept Artist Award from Massey University and Wētā Workshop for innovative design that transcended cultural boundaries. Since then, I have gone on to work throughout the creative pipeline on game and animation projects during my time at university, picking up an accidental specialisation in designing for science fiction along the way.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Storyboard Artist & 2D Animator at Ma Lune
January 1, 2024 - Present
Produced a detailed board sequence and animatic to accurately realize the director’s vision of the script. Engaged in direct consultation and creative problem-solving to resolve deadline conflicts and streamline production according to feedback. Painted multiple backgrounds in accordance with the project’s style and colour guide. Completed the 2D animation, colouring, and camera motion for the film’s introductory sequence.
Freelance at Freelance
January 1, 2025 - Present
Worked throughout the animation production pipeline on short films and trailers, including colouring and background work.
Concept Designer & Asset Artist at Fledgling
January 1, 2024 - Present
Developed and revised concept art for key secondary characters through communication with project leaders; generated preliminary artwork for environmental assets; created final character sprite, portrait, and animation from established concept art in line with the game’s pixel art style and colour palette.
Storyboard Artist & 2D Animator at Crystal Star
January 1, 2025 - Present
Reviewed preliminary board sequence and script, cleaned up existing shots and boarded new sequences for the film’s final animatic; regularly sought and responded to feedback from the director and animators; developed and illustrated full shots including key poses for characters, creatures, key frames for the environment, and composition; prioritized detail and visual clarity in storyboards whilst adhering to deadlines to ensure animators could begin their work on schedule without additional consultation.

Education

Concept Design BDes (Hons) at MASSEY UNIVERSITY, WELLINGTON
January 1, 2023 - December 3, 2025
Concept Design BDes (Hons) at Massey University, Wellington
January 1, 2023 - December 3, 2025

Qualifications

Ultimate Concept Artist Award (Earth Guardians Character Design competition)
January 1, 2020 - December 3, 2025
Ultimate Concept Artist Award
January 1, 2020 - December 3, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet