During my years at Corus Entertainment, I was privileged to work as an Animator on multiple award-winning shows while also offering my expertise in rigging, modeling, and programming. In 2014, I won the "Creative Sparks Award" for innovative contribution. Ongoing personal projects facilitate my capacity to touch many aspects of filmmaking. I bring over 15 years of professional animation experience working on notable TV series, skilled in animation, rigging, modeling, and scripting, and currently expanding into Unreal Engine. I am passionate about storytelling and creative development, with strong knowledge across 2D and 3D pipelines.

Frantz Saint-Phard

During my years at Corus Entertainment, I was privileged to work as an Animator on multiple award-winning shows while also offering my expertise in rigging, modeling, and programming. In 2014, I won the "Creative Sparks Award" for innovative contribution. Ongoing personal projects facilitate my capacity to touch many aspects of filmmaking. I bring over 15 years of professional animation experience working on notable TV series, skilled in animation, rigging, modeling, and scripting, and currently expanding into Unreal Engine. I am passionate about storytelling and creative development, with strong knowledge across 2D and 3D pipelines.

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During my years at Corus Entertainment, I was privileged to work as an Animator on multiple award-winning shows while also offering my expertise in rigging, modeling, and programming. In 2014, I won the “Creative Sparks Award” for innovative contribution. Ongoing personal projects facilitate my capacity to touch many aspects of filmmaking.

I bring over 15 years of professional animation experience working on notable TV series, skilled in animation, rigging, modeling, and scripting, and currently expanding into Unreal Engine. I am passionate about storytelling and creative development, with strong knowledge across 2D and 3D pipelines.

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Language

French
Fluent
English
Fluent
Haitian; Haitian Creole
Fluent

Work Experience

3D Animator and Animation lead at Corus Entertainment
January 1, 2024 - July 16, 2025
Performed 3D animation using Maya on TV series such as The Backyardigans, Agent Binky, Mike the Knight, Millie Magnificent, Handy Manny, and others. Improved workflow using MEL and Python scripting. Produced 2D animation using ToonBoom Harmony. Awarded the “Creative Sparks Award” for innovative contributions.
Animation Mentor
January 1, 2024 - July 16, 2025
Mentored emerging animators worldwide, helping to elevate the quality of their visual storytelling through directorial and animation expertise.
Animation Artist Supervisor at Noitaminanimation
December 31, 2003 - July 16, 2025
Supervised and managed 3D models, animation, texturing, rigging, lighting, and rendering using Renderman for over two years.
Architectural technologist at University of Ottawa
December 31, 2001 - July 16, 2025
Gained experience in architectural surveying, renovations, and CAD drafting over four years.
Private at Canadian Armed Forces
December 31, 1997 - July 16, 2025
Completed comprehensive military training, including navigation, first aid, and weapons handling.
3D Animator and Animation lead at Corus Entertainment
January 1, 2024 - July 16, 2025
Performed 3D animation using Maya on TV series including The Backyardigans, Agent Binky, Mike the Knight, Millie Magnificent, Handy Manny, among others. Enhanced workflow through MEL and Python scripting, increasing efficiency. Produced 2D animation using ToonBoom Harmony. Earned the “Creative Sparks Award” for innovative contributions.
Animation Mentor
January 1, 2024 - July 16, 2025
Mentored emerging animators worldwide, elevating the quality of their visual storytelling through directorial and animation expertise.
Animation Artist Supervisor at Noitaminanimation
January 1, 2003 - July 16, 2025
Managed, oversaw, and created 3D models, animation, texturing, rigging, lighting, and rendering using Renderman. Held a supervisory role for 2+ years, guiding creative and technical teams.
Architectural technologist at University of Ottawa
January 1, 2001 - July 16, 2025
Gained 4+ years of experience in architectural surveying, renovations, and CAD drafting.
Private, Canadian Armed Forces at Canadian Armed Forces
January 1, 1997 - July 16, 2025
Received comprehensive military training including navigation, first aid, and weapons handling.
3D Animator and Animation lead at Corus Entertainment
January 1, 2024 - July 16, 2025
Performed 3D animation using Maya on TV series including The Backyardigans, Agent Binky, Mike the Knight, Millie Magnificent, Handy Manny, among others. Enhanced workflow efficiency through the use of MEL and Python scripting. Produced 2D animations using ToonBoom Harmony. Received the “Creative Sparks Award” for innovative contribution.
Animation Mentor, Volunteer
January 1, 2024 - July 16, 2025
Mentored emerging animators worldwide, helping to elevate the quality of their visual storytelling via directorial and animation expertise.
Animation Artist Supervisor at Noitaminanimation
December 31, 2003 - July 16, 2025
Supervised and managed teams in 3D modeling, animation, texturing, rigging, lighting, and rendering using Renderman, overseeing creative processes and ensuring quality of final products.
Architectural technologist at University of Ottawa
December 31, 2001 - July 16, 2025
Provided architectural surveying, managed renovations, and performed CAD drafting tasks over a four-year period.
Private at Canadian Armed Forces
December 31, 1997 - July 16, 2025
Completed comprehensive military training including navigation, first aid, and weapons handling.
3D Animator and Animation lead at Corus Entertainment
January 1, 2024 - July 16, 2025
Performed 3D animation using Maya on TV series such as The Backyardigans, Agent Binky, Mike the Knight, Millie Magnificent, Handy Manny, and others. Improved workflow efficiency by developing MEL and Python scripting. Also produced 2D animation using ToonBoom Harmony. Recognized for innovation with the Creative Sparks Award.
Animation Mentor, Volunteer
January 1, 2024 - July 16, 2025
Mentored emerging animators worldwide to help elevate the quality of visual storytelling by providing guidance on direction and animation techniques.
Animation Artist Supervisor at Noitaminanimation
December 31, 2003 - July 16, 2025
Managed, oversaw, and created 3D models, animation, texturing, rigging, lighting, and rendering using Renderman. Held supervisory responsibilities for over 2 years.
Architectural Technologist at University of Ottawa
January 1, 2001 - July 16, 2025
Professional expertise in architectural surveying, renovations, and CAD drafting for over 4 years.
Private, Canadian Armed Forces at Canadian Armed Forces
January 1, 1997 - July 16, 2025
Underwent comprehensive military training including navigation, first aid, and weapons handling.
3D Animator and Animation lead at Corus Entertainment
January 1, 2024 - August 8, 2025
Animated on series including The Backyardigans, Agent Binky, Mike the Knight, Millie Magnificent, and Handy Manny. Enhanced production efficiency through MEL and Python scripting. Contributed 2D animation using ToonBoom Harmony. Recipient of the “Creative Sparks Award” for innovation.
Animation Mentor, Volunteer at Animation Mentor
January 1, 2024 - August 8, 2025
Mentored aspiring animators worldwide, providing feedback and guidance on animation principles, performance, and storytelling.
Animation Artist Supervisor at Noitaminanimation
January 1, 2003 - August 8, 2025
Supervised modeling, rigging, animation, lighting, and rendering with Renderman. Led creative teams in delivering stylized, technically demanding animation content.
Architectural Technologist
January 1, 2001 - August 8, 2025
4+ years of experience in architectural surveying, renovations, and CAD drafting.
Private, Canadian Armed Forces at Canadian Armed Forces
January 1, 1997 - August 8, 2025
Comprehensive military training, including navigation, first aid, and weapons handling.

Education

Diploma at Algonquin College
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2001
Diploma at La Cité Collégiale
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1997
Diploma at Algonquin College
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2001
Diploma at La Cité Collégiale
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1997
Diploma at Algonquin College
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2001
Diploma at La Cité Collégiale
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1997
Diploma at Algonquin College
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2001
Diploma at La Cité Collégiale
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1997
Technology of Architecture at La Cité Collégiale
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1997
Traditional 2D Animation at Algonquin College
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2001
3D Animation - Compositing & SFX at The DaVinci Institute
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004
Python in Maya at CGWorkshop
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Introduction to Unreal Engine at Screen Industry Training Hub
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024

Qualifications

Introduction to Unreal Engine
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Python in Maya
September 1, 2012 - September 30, 2012
3D Animation - Compositing and Special F/X
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Traditional 2D Animation Diploma
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2001
Technology of Architecture Diploma
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1997
Introduction to Unreal Engine
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Python in Maya
September 1, 2012 - September 1, 2012
3D Animation - Compositing and Special F/X
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004
Traditional 2D Animation Diploma
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2001
Introduction to Unreal Engine
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Python in Maya
September 1, 2012 - September 30, 2012
3D Animation - Compositing and Special F/X
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Traditional 2D Animation Diploma
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2001
Introduction to Unreal Engine
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Python in Maya
September 1, 2012 - September 30, 2012
3D Animation - Compositing and Special F/X
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004
Traditional 2D Animation Diploma
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2001

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Government, Other