Member Mondays

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.

Writer Dan Salgarolo reflects on volunteering with TAG’s Writers’ Craft Committee.

Storyboard Revisionist Hannah Lee Stockdale reflects on her love of teamwork, the challenge of finding jobs, and the community support the Guild provides.

Revisions Director Maaike Scherff shares thoughts on fueling her creativity, telling stories from different perspectives, and being protected as a member of the Guild.

Storyboard Artist Maggie Dybas shares their thoughts on job drought, creating gender nonconforming characters, and finding community through Guild committees.

Storyboard Artist Amish Kumar shares his thoughts on learning from his colleagues, creating stories that resonate, and appreciating the Guild’s solidarity.

Writer and Storyboard Artist Jared Morgan shares his thoughts on rolling with the punches, listening to his peers, and how the Guild helps him stand up for others.