I'm Jason Dylan Edwards, a dynamic 2D animator with over 20 years of experience in animation and storytelling. I specialize in directing storyboard and animation for high-profile projects such as Disney As Told By Emoji and delivering high-quality technical execution for Teen Titans Go! To The Movies. I excel at collaborating with teams and bringing creative ideas to life, with a background in education that informs my approach. I'm excited to contribute unique perspectives and strong artistic vision to remote narrative projects.…

Jason Dylan Edwards

I'm Jason Dylan Edwards, a dynamic 2D animator with over 20 years of experience in animation and storytelling. I specialize in directing storyboard and animation for high-profile projects such as Disney As Told By Emoji and delivering high-quality technical execution for Teen Titans Go! To The Movies. I excel at collaborating with teams and bringing creative ideas to life, with a background in education that informs my approach. I'm excited to contribute unique perspectives and strong artistic vision to remote narrative projects.…

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I’m Jason Dylan Edwards, a dynamic 2D animator with over 20 years of experience in animation and storytelling. I specialize in directing storyboard and animation for high-profile projects such as Disney As Told By Emoji and delivering high-quality technical execution for Teen Titans Go! To The Movies. I excel at collaborating with teams and bringing creative ideas to life, with a background in education that informs my approach. I’m excited to contribute unique perspectives and strong artistic vision to remote narrative projects.

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Showrunner at Lana Longbeard for CBC Gem, Copernicus Studio
January 1, 2023 - November 1, 2025
Led animation and production for CBC Gem project; oversaw creative direction and team coordination.
Head of Development at Copernicus Studio
May 1, 2015 - November 1, 2025
Led development for multiple animation projects; managed pipeline and teams.
Technical Director at Copernicus Studio
June 1, 2018 - November 1, 2018
Oversaw technical execution of Teen Titans Go! To The Movies; optimized animation quality and tool integration.
Director, Storyboards, Animation at Copernicus Studio
February 1, 2015 - July 1, 2016
Directed storyboarding and animation processes; improved pacing and visuals.
Full-Service Animation Contractor at Freelance Animation Producer, Halifax, Canada
March 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
Provided full-service animation production for various clients; managed timelines and deliverables.
Instructor at Centre for Art & Technology, Halifax
April 1, 2012 - September 1, 2014
Instructed courses in 2D animation and storyboarding, guiding students in developing their creative techniques and technical skills.
Storyboard Artist at Copernicus Studio, Halifax
April 1, 2011 - September 1, 2012
Created and developed storyboard art for projects, contributing to visual narrative and pacing.
Writer at Halifax Film, Halifax
June 1, 2009 - December 1, 2009
Authored episodes for Pirates Season 1; crafted engaging scripts driving viewer engagement and continuity.
Writer at Halifax Film, Halifax
January 1, 2008 - October 1, 2009
Wrote six episodes for Animal Mechanics, Season 2, focusing on innovative storytelling for educational entertainment.
Writer & Stop-Motion Animator at Halifax Film, Halifax
January 1, 2006 - December 1, 2007
Collaborated in the animation studio for Lunar Jim, Season 2, writing six episodes and performing stop-motion animation.
Stop-Motion Animator at Halifax Film, Halifax
March 1, 2002 - June 1, 2006
Served as a stop-motion animator for a children's television show, developing short ideas and animating opening titles for Poko Seasons 1–3.
Graphic Designer at Graphicom Ltd, Halifax
January 1, 1997 - December 1, 2002
Designed visual content for multiple clients in advertising, web, publicity, and corporate reports.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre at Dalhousie University
September 1, 1988 - April 1, 1994
Diploma in 3D Animation at Centre for Art & Technology
February 1, 2009 - May 1, 2011

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Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services

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