Hi, I'm Craig Yamamoto, a California-born storyboard artist, animator, illustrator, and compositor. I've worn many hats in the animation pipeline and enjoy collaborating with others while knowing when to ask the right questions. My experience spans working on adult comedies and action shows, and I am always eager to apply my skills to new and exciting projects. I bring flexibility and creativity to all my work, whether freelancing for Japanese anime productions or contributing to major series like Transformers Earthspark and Palonis Halloween Special. I love producing and selling my own art at conventions and am passionate about storytelling through animation.

Craig Yamamoto

Hi, I'm Craig Yamamoto, a California-born storyboard artist, animator, illustrator, and compositor. I've worn many hats in the animation pipeline and enjoy collaborating with others while knowing when to ask the right questions. My experience spans working on adult comedies and action shows, and I am always eager to apply my skills to new and exciting projects. I bring flexibility and creativity to all my work, whether freelancing for Japanese anime productions or contributing to major series like Transformers Earthspark and Palonis Halloween Special. I love producing and selling my own art at conventions and am passionate about storytelling through animation.

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Hi, I’m Craig Yamamoto, a California-born storyboard artist, animator, illustrator, and compositor. I’ve worn many hats in the animation pipeline and enjoy collaborating with others while knowing when to ask the right questions. My experience spans working on adult comedies and action shows, and I am always eager to apply my skills to new and exciting projects.

I bring flexibility and creativity to all my work, whether freelancing for Japanese anime productions or contributing to major series like Transformers Earthspark and Palonis Halloween Special. I love producing and selling my own art at conventions and am passionate about storytelling through animation.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Japanese
Intermediate

Work Experience

Artist Alley Vendor at Self Employed
March 1, 2025 - April 27, 2024
Vendor at various conventions, producing and selling my own art, including appearances at San Diego Rocket Con and Pasadena Comic Con.
Freelance Remote Artist at Tonari/TinkHouse
January 1, 2024 - April 27, 2024
Freelance Genga and Nigen artist for various Japanese anime productions, contributing to the artistic development of animation projects remotely.
Storyboard Artist at Nickelodeon
October 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Storyboard artist for Transformers Earthspark, responsible for visual storytelling and scene planning.
Storyboard Artist/Animator at Titmouse Inc
April 1, 2021 - February 28, 2022
Storyboard artist for Palonis Halloween Special and retakes animator for Fairfax, combining story visualization with animation refinement.
Storyboard Artist at Broken Arrow
November 1, 2020 - November 30, 2020
Storyboard artist for Battle of the Bands pilot, involved in initial scene layout and storytelling.
Retakes/Rough Animator at HotHouse Productions
August 1, 2020 - January 31, 2021
Retakes animator on Momma Named Me Sheriff Season 2 and rough animator on Season 1, improving animated sequences and ensuring quality.
Retakes/Rough Animator at HotHouse Productions
November 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019
Retakes animator on Momma Named Me Sheriff Season 2 and rough animator on Season 1, improving animated sequences and ensuring quality.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Kansas City Art Institute
January 1, 2013 - September 30, 2013

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment