Cal Ramsey
Director and Storyboard Artist Cal Ramsey shares their thoughts on having a diverse skill set, their desire to push genre boundaries, and how the Guild keeps the animation industry sustainable.
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Member Mondays
Mike Milo
Emmy winner Mike Milo discusses the importance of learning more than one skill, his admiration for draftsmanship, and how the Guild protects artists.
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Member Mondays
Brandon Jarratt
General Technical Director and TAG Executive Board member Brandon Jarratt shares thoughts on industry highs and lows, the relationship between art and technology, and finding common connections through the Guild.
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Member Mondays
Daron Nefcy
Writer and Executive Producer Daron Nefcy discusses developing her own projects, sharing her dad’s optimism, and the importance of getting involved in the Guild.
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Member Mondays
Kati Prescott
Background Supervisor Kati Prescott discusses learning to understand her own work habits, overcoming imposter syndrome, and valuing the connections she makes through the Guild.
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Member Mondays
Vinod Krishnan
Production Technical Director Vinod Krishnan shares his process for continuous growth, a desire to create work that transcends language barriers, and how being in the Guild has given him confidence in his career.
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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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After Hours
Crime Scenes
A love of mysteries, animation, and filmmaking led Cameron Woodard to create his own video game.
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Art & Craft
In the Moment
Visual Development Artist Janna Bock creates vignettes that capture the immediacy of moments in time.
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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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Short Story
Hip Cat
An Official Selection at this year’s Annecy Festival, John Musker’s short film I’m Hip is a love song to classic hand-drawn animation and free-form jazz.
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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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Final Note
Live and Learn
On the 60th anniversary of the founding of DePatie-Freleng Enterprises (1963-1981), retired TAG member Dave Brain reminiscences about meeting co-founder Friz Freleng over the years.
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