Member Mondays

Storyboard Artist Jackie Files reflects on sustaining a sense of self-worth, her support for healthy production schedules, and the feeling of community provided by the Guild.

Background Painter and Designer Kelsey Suan reflects on the versatility of her path to animation, her admiration for artists who push the medium, and how the Guild uplifts working artists.

Storyboard Artist Rachel Green reflects on the role of determination in achieving her goals, the challenge of staying employed as the industry contracts, and the value of Guild community during difficult times.

Storyboard Artist Andrew Capuano reflects on his early love of creative collaboration, finding ways to keep growing during industry down times, and how the Guild provides the opportunity to create meaningful art.

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.