Carl Edward Mongan
Story artist Carl Edward Mongan practices mindfulness for work-life balance, uses animation to unleash his inhibitions, and believes the Union is essential for a positive quality of life.
Story artist Carl Edward Mongan practices mindfulness for work-life balance, uses animation to unleash his inhibitions, and believes the Union is essential for a positive quality of life.
Storyboard artist Keely Propp discusses finding her niche, the inspirations that pushed her to become a better artist, and how being in the Union makes her feel less alone.
Visual Development Artist Randy Bantog discusses seeking the right fit on a job, the gift of being in the Union, and wanting to work on projects that would appeal to his 10-year-old self.
Storyboard Artist Sam King discusses work/life balance, the importance of healthy work environments, and how the Union reinforces an artist’s sense of value.
Art Director Miranda Dressler reflects on her love of product design, the upside of being diagnosed with autism, and her dream of developing a show with authentic rustic characters.
Prop/EFX and character designer Bryan Bae discusses being deaf/HoH (hard-of-hearing), his gratitude for those who have supported his animation career, and how he works with TAG’s group for Deaf, Disabled, and Neurodiverse (DDNV) to help individuals with disabilities feel safe and supported.
Storyboard artist Apoorva Gaitonde shares lessons she’s learned from her favorite animated features, how directing a short film taught her to love teamwork, and how TAG members inspire her with their commitment to the Guild.
Working as a storyboard revisionist, Amber Vucinich hopes to reach an executive position one day, where she can foster diverse talent and create safe spaces for her LGBTQIA+ peers.
Storyboard artist Alex Quintas discusses the challenge of restarting her career from scratch, the creators who inspire her to tell her own stories, and how she values the Union for the protection it provides.