Lighting/Compositing Lead Emily Abele reflects on the challenge of being seen as an artist, her desire to be a role model for women in her field, and why she became Co-Chair of the Technical Directors Committee.

Storyboard Revisionist Mary Buhl reflects on taking the risk of a career in art, searching for her animation path, and the anchoring effect of having access to Guild support.

Assistant Character Designer Nina Boyce reflects on their pandemic-era beginnings, creative outlets beyond animation, and how the Guild helps during hard times.

Animation Writers Tilly and Susan Bridges discuss the challenges of finding jobs as a team, utilizing the medium to advocate for queer and trans representation, and feeling supported as members of the Guild.

Visual Development Artist and Designer Sully Brown discusses the importance of refining your skills, finding inspiration outside animation, and how the Guild creates opportunities for a better quality of life.

Storyboard Artist and Compositor Matthew de Lorimier discusses finding motivation during job lulls, how working in the industry helps him push his craft, and how being in the Guild means always having someone to help you when things get tough.