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I’m a Toronto-based Storyboard Artist, Background Artist, and Illustrator with more than a decade of experience shaping visual narratives across animation, film, advertising, publishing, and branded media. Through translating scripts and creative concepts into compelling visual storytelling, I have contributed to projects ranging from animated series development to commercial campaigns and illustrated publications. I have collaborated with leading creative teams at studios including Smiley Guy Studios and Culture Creative & Company, where I developed immersive environments, prop designs, and storyboards that supported production pipelines and strengthened visual continuity across animated productions. My work spans concept design, background illustration, props design, character development, and sequential storytelling, helping directors and producers visualize narratives from early concept through final production. In addition to studio work, I have delivered creative assets for global advertising and media clients through agencies such as Dentsu, producing illustrated campaigns and storyboard sequences that enhanced brand storytelling and audience engagement. My body of work also includes graphic novels, children's publishing, and independent comic development, demonstrating a multidisciplinary approach to visual communication. I work fluently across modern digital pipelines using Adobe Creative Suite, Clip Studio Paint and Procreate combining strong traditional drawing foundations with contemporary animation workflows. Recognized for collaborative leadership, visual problem-solving, and the ability to deliver high-quality artwork under tight production timelines, I hope to continue to contribute to the evolving landscape of visual storytelling.…I’m a Toronto-based Storyboard Artist, Background Artist, and Illustrator with more than a decade of experience shaping visual narratives across animation, film, advertising, publishing, and branded media. Through translating scripts and creative concepts into compelling visual storytelling, I have contributed to projects ranging from animated series development to commercial campaigns and illustrated publications. I have collaborated with leading creative teams at studios including Smiley Guy Studios and Culture Creative & Company, where I developed immersive environments, prop designs, and storyboards that supported production pipelines and strengthened visual continuity across animated productions. My work spans concept design, background illustration, props design, character development, and sequential storytelling, helping directors and producers visualize narratives from early concept through final production. In addition to studio work, I have delivered creative assets for global advertising and media clients through agencies such as Dentsu, producing illustrated campaigns and storyboard sequences that enhanced brand storytelling and audience engagement. My body of work also includes graphic novels, children's publishing, and independent comic development, demonstrating a multidisciplinary approach to visual communication. I work fluently across modern digital pipelines using Adobe Creative Suite, Clip Studio Paint and Procreate combining strong traditional drawing foundations with contemporary animation workflows. Recognized for collaborative leadership, visual problem-solving, and the ability to deliver high-quality artwork under tight production timelines, I hope to continue to contribute to the evolving landscape of visual storytelling.

Benjamin Roboly

Storyboard Artist, Illustrator, Concept Artist, +2

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I’m a Toronto-based Storyboard Artist, Background Artist, and Illustrator with more than a decade of experience shaping visual narratives across animation, film, advertising, publishing, and branded media. Through translating scripts and creative concepts into compelling visual storytelling, I have contributed to projects ranging from animated series development to commercial campaigns and illustrated publications. I have collaborated with leading creative teams at studios including Smiley Guy Studios and Culture Creative & Company, where I developed immersive environments, prop designs, and storyboards that supported production pipelines and strengthened visual continuity across animated productions. My work spans concept design, background illustration, props design, character development, and sequential storytelling, helping directors and producers visualize narratives from early concept through final production. In addition to studio work, I have delivered creative assets for global advertising and media clients through agencies such as Dentsu, producing illustrated campaigns and storyboard sequences that enhanced brand storytelling and audience engagement. My body of work also includes graphic novels, children's publishing, and independent comic development, demonstrating a multidisciplinary approach to visual communication. I work fluently across modern digital pipelines using Adobe Creative Suite, Clip Studio Paint and Procreate combining strong traditional drawing foundations with contemporary animation workflows. Recognized for collaborative leadership, visual problem-solving, and the ability to deliver high-quality artwork under tight production timelines, I hope to continue to contribute to the evolving landscape of visual storytelling.…I’m a Toronto-based Storyboard Artist, Background Artist, and Illustrator with more than a decade of experience shaping visual narratives across animation, film, advertising, publishing, and branded media. Through translating scripts and creative concepts into compelling visual storytelling, I have contributed to projects ranging from animated series development to commercial campaigns and illustrated publications. I have collaborated with leading creative teams at studios including Smiley Guy Studios and Culture Creative & Company, where I developed immersive environments, prop designs, and storyboards that supported production pipelines and strengthened visual continuity across animated productions. My work spans concept design, background illustration, props design, character development, and sequential storytelling, helping directors and producers visualize narratives from early concept through final production. In addition to studio work, I have delivered creative assets for global advertising and media clients through agencies such as Dentsu, producing illustrated campaigns and storyboard sequences that enhanced brand storytelling and audience engagement. My body of work also includes graphic novels, children's publishing, and independent comic development, demonstrating a multidisciplinary approach to visual communication. I work fluently across modern digital pipelines using Adobe Creative Suite, Clip Studio Paint and Procreate combining strong traditional drawing foundations with contemporary animation workflows. Recognized for collaborative leadership, visual problem-solving, and the ability to deliver high-quality artwork under tight production timelines, I hope to continue to contribute to the evolving landscape of visual storytelling.

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I’m a Toronto-based Storyboard Artist, Background Artist, and Illustrator with more than a decade of experience shaping visual narratives across animation, film, advertising, publishing, and branded media. Through translating scripts and creative concepts into compelling visual storytelling, I have contributed to projects ranging from animated series development to commercial campaigns and illustrated publications.
I have collaborated with leading creative teams at studios including Smiley Guy Studios and Culture Creative & Company, where I developed immersive environments, prop designs, and storyboards that supported production pipelines and strengthened visual continuity across animated productions. My work spans concept design, background illustration, props design, character development, and sequential storytelling, helping directors and producers visualize narratives from early concept through final production.

In addition to studio work, I have delivered creative assets for global advertising and media clients through agencies such as Dentsu, producing illustrated campaigns and storyboard sequences that enhanced brand storytelling and audience engagement. My body of work also includes graphic novels, children’s publishing, and independent comic development, demonstrating a multidisciplinary approach to visual communication.
I work fluently across modern digital pipelines using Adobe Creative Suite, Clip Studio Paint and Procreate combining strong traditional drawing foundations with contemporary animation workflows. Recognized for collaborative leadership, visual problem-solving, and the ability to deliver high-quality artwork under tight production timelines, I hope to continue to contribute to the evolving landscape of visual storytelling.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

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Expert

Toon Boom Storyboard Pro

Expert

3D Model

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Artist / Concept Designer at Blue Pencil Studio

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Designed original environment, prop, and character concepts establishing the visual identity and tone for a corporate video pitch package. Collaborated with directors, writers, and production teams to translate briefs into visual concepts, delivering sketches and digital illustrations to accelerate pre-production. Developed concept art, mood boards, and style frames guiding animation, modeling, and set design, ensuring visual consistency and minimizing revisions. Prototyped ideas with Photoshop, Procreate, and 3D visualization workflows to strengthen client engagement and inform creative decisions.

Pre-Production Design & Illustration at Teddy Bear Commandos

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Conceptualized and developed original character designs, environments, and visual concepts for a children's comic book series. Produced pre-production sketches, style frames, and concept illustrations establishing artistic direction and visual cohesion for characters, scenes, and environmental settings. Refined character expressions, environment details, and composition to strengthen storytelling and audience appeal. Created production-ready digital illustrations using Illustrator, Photoshop, and Procreate for layout and publishing pipelines.

Illustrator / Graphic Designer / Branding and Promotion at Breakout

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2025

Designed promotional artwork, on-site banner graphics, and branded merchandise for a Tabletop Gaming Convention. Collaborated with event organizers to ensure creative direction aligned with event branding and audience engagement goals. Developed visual branding assets across marketing materials, including promotional graphics and multiple t-shirt designs, strengthening event identity. Produced production-ready artwork for print and digital platforms, managing the full creative workflow from concept through final illustration.

Background & Prop Artist at Smiley Guy Studios

January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023

Designed and illustrated detailed background environments and prop assets aligned with narrative direction, color scripts, and established visual style guidelines for multiple animated productions, ensuring scene continuity and supporting visual storytelling. Collaborated with art directors, layout artists, and animation teams to translate storyboards into immersive environments, refining composition, perspective, and prop placement. Improved production workflow by developing organized prop libraries and reusable environment elements, enabling faster scene assembly while maintaining quality. Used Photoshop, Illustrator, Blender, and Toon Boom for production-ready backgrounds and textures.

Illustrator / Graphic Designer at Nuklear Shield

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017

Designed and finalized the official brand logo for Dr. Max; created two custom product illustrations for packaging; led end-to-end illustration and design process from concept to final production-ready assets.

Creator / Writer / Artist at Boxcars

January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017

Developed an original comic strip series from concept to publication, combining writing, illustration, and storytelling. Managed layout, lettering, and formatting for print and digital editions, ensuring consistent visual style and readability. Led character design, panel composition, and plot development, delivering polished content for target audiences.

Storyboard Artist at Studio M

January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016

Produced high-quality storyboard sequences for national commercial campaigns, translating scripts into clear visual narratives. Maintained consistent style, tone, and visual clarity under tight deadlines. Led the storyboard development from initial concept sketches to finalized sequences, collaborating with directors, creative teams, and clients.

Illustrator / Graphic Designer at Tamahagane Arts

January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015

Developed a series of Japanese brush and ink illustrations, translating traditional sword-making techniques into visually compelling artwork. Collaborated on branding and promotional materials, leading the full creative process from concept sketches to final artwork, adapting traditional styles for modern print and digital media.

Page Artist / Cover Artist at The Hockey Lockout

January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014

Illustrated interior pages for a children's book and designed the cover art, leading illustration from concept to final production-ready assets.

StoryBoard Artist at Revolver Films

January 1, 2023 - Present

Illustrated interior pages and cover art for a children's book; collaborated with author and editorial team to refine storyboards and visual storytelling; developed sequential storyboards to plan narrative flow; used Photoshop and Procreate to create high-quality, print-ready illustrations.

Advertising / Illustration at Dentsu

January 1, 2021 - Present

Developed and illustrated comic book-style advertising for Lexus, combining traditional drawing with digital inking and coloring to create engaging campaigns. Led the creative process from concept to final delivery, optimizing artwork for cross-channel digital distribution.

Character Design at Leon Wu

January 1, 2019 - Present

Designed and developed original characters for a TTRPG scenario, collaborating with the game development team to ensure alignment with gameplay mechanics, tone, and audience expectations. Led iterative character design from concept sketches to final polished illustrations for playtesting and publication.

Storyboard Artist at Mirum Agency