Volunteer Spotlight: Davey Cummings
Background Artist Davey Cummings reflects on how being a volunteer has helped him gain leadership skills and taught him the rewards of making a tangible impact.
Background Artist Davey Cummings reflects on how being a volunteer has helped him gain leadership skills and taught him the rewards of making a tangible impact.
Director and Storyboard Artist Emily Oetzel talks about the importance of using personal art as a creative outlet, her desire to create better working environments, and how Guild members help with work-life balance.
Character Designer and Storyboard Artist/Revisionist Ed Gaskew talks about pursuing your passions in the service of others and how being a volunteer helped them come out of their shell.
Model Designer Gabby Zapata talks about how hardship creates empathy, her desire to inspire girls to follow their dreams, and how the Guild is about taking care of one another.
Storyboard Artist Kelsey Norden speaks about preparing college students for the animation industry and serving as a TAG Captain to share knowledge during negotiations.
Production Board Artist Sean Lee reflects on the importance of optimism, his love of animation with a message, and the freedom that comes from belonging to the Guild.
Background Painter and Designer Mira Ko shares her thoughts on the stress of landing a first job, adaptability in an ever-changing industry, and how the Guild’s protections allow artists to focus on their craft.
A volunteer on TAG’s AI Task Force, Storyboard Artist Sam Tung reflects on the essential work volunteers can do for the Guild and how volunteering helped him grow his confidence in public speaking.