Rian Sygh
Background Painter and Designer Rian Sygh discusses the importance of supporting your community, finding contentment as part of a team, and how the Guild prioritizes member well-being.
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Member Mondays
Alycia White
Storyboard Artist Alycia White discusses finding her path to animation, the importance of representation, and how the Guild cares for its members.
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Member Mondays
Sophie McNally
Background Painter and Designer Sophie McNally shares her thoughts on instability in the animation industry, her desire to grow as an artist, and the importance of the Guild during turbulent times.
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Member Mondays
Char
Storyboard Revisionist Char shares their thoughts on admiring the work of others, learning how to take breaks, and the Guild’s support of safe, sustainable workplaces.
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Member Mondays
Jessica McGinnis
Background artist Jessica McGinnis shares her thoughts on balancing work and life, her desire to support younger generations, and the pride she takes in being part of the Guild.
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Member Mondays
Kelsey Wooley
Kelsey Wooley shares her thoughts on reclaiming self-confidence, helping other artists achieve their goals, and the security that comes from being in the Guild.
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The Climb
Just Draw It
A lifelong passion for the art of drawing informs every aspect of Valerio Fabbretti’s animation career.
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After Hours
She’s Got the Beat
Storyboards and Alt-Rock find common ground in the evolutionary career of singer-songwriter Kali Fontecchio.
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Art & Craft
Keep Calm and Whittle On!
Whittling allows Katie Aldworth to make art without expectations.
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After Hours
Brewing Authenticity
Director Kris Wimberly’s Studio Smokescreen provides a way for beginners and veterans alike to forge new paths in the animation industry.
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The Climb
Swinging for the Fences
According to Lead Character Designer Joe Moshier, reality is key to the magic of animation.
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Story & Vision
Family First
Using her sprawling, multi-ethnic family as inspiration, Natasha Kline infusesPrimos with humor and heart.
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On the Job
World of Color
Three Background Designers share how the language of color and light brings locations and settings to life.
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Story & Vision
Authentic Expression
Vivienne Medrano reveals the musical theater inspirations and personal passions behind the creation of Hazbin Hotel.
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On the Job
Ripple Effects
Head of Effects (or FX) requires technical know-how, creative thinking, communication skills, and a desire to nurture talent and watch it grow. Learn more from these TAG members about what it takes to get the job done.
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On the Job
Keeping It Together
As more animation production crews join TAG, three new members share what it’s like to be a production coordinator on an animated series.
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Final Note
Hip to Be Square
As SpongeBob SquarePants turns 25, series veterans Marc Ceccarelli and Vincent Waller look back on gags, outlines, and keeping things surreal.
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Final Note
All Aboard
Animator Andrew Chesworth used modern tools to capture the whimsy of the past in his short film The Brave Locomotive.
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Dialogue
TAG Women Inspire TAG Women
For Women’s History Month, Storyboard Artist and Episodic Director Leslie Park shares how two TAG women inspire her on the job.
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Dialogue
Mentoring Mindset
January is National Mentoring Month, celebrating and recognizing the impact of mentors and encouraging the development of mentorship programs.
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Final Note
You’re Invited
Three TAG members reflect on what the honor of being inducted into The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences means to them.
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Final Note
Nick Names
As Nickelodeon Animation Studio celebrates its 25th anniversary, TAG members reflect on working on beloved “Nick” shows.
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