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Amit Tishler

Amit Tishler

Creative Director
Vancouver,B.C.

Summary

An award-winning director, producer, startup founder and writer with over a decade of experience in entertainment and technology. My diverse talents have been applied to shows, games and immersive experiences for brands like Cartoon Network, Warner Brothers, HBO, and others. As a creative director I've led cross-disciplinary teams through every stage of product development, and as a writer and designer I developed and produced both original and established IPs into multiple mediums, including TV shows, games, audio dramas, comics and more.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Instructor - Writing for Animation

Vancouver Film School
Vancouver, B.C.
10.2025 - Current
  • Developed course content and materials.
  • Mentored students, assessing student performance.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear
  • Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
  • Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.

Writer / Producer

Papercutz, Humanoids Publishing, Mad Cave Studios, Encyclopocalypse
Los Angeles, CA
09.2021 - Current

Developed, wrote and produced original comic series, graphic novels and cross media adaptations for a slate of original IPs, financed and licensed by external publishers and media production studios:

  • Created pitch decks, documentation, scripts, pitch presentations and marketing content.
  • Managed production partners and multidisciplinary teams on the development of comics, games and audio content.
  • Both hands on and management of art direction, graphic design, narrative, branding and animation.
  • Led, designed and managed social media, marketing and PR campaigns for all product lines.
  • Managed business development, and adaptation co-production partnerships.
  • Utilized exceptional writing and editing skills to produce engaging and error-free content.

Creative Director

Pure Imagination Studios
Los Angeles, CA
03.2021 - 03.2024

Served as a product lead for the development of authoring tools, location-based experiences and mobile apps across multiple platforms, including VR, AR, PC, Mobile, etc. utilizing multiple ecosystems (Unreal, Unity, etc).

  • Managed cross disciplinary crews of 5-25 artists, designers and engineers in the company's new media department.
  • Provided creative services including narrative development, UX design, and art direction.
  • Created work processes and QA pipelines that mediate between art and engineering.
  • Designed pitch decks and client presentations.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and seamless execution.
  • Developed comprehensive style guides to maintain brand consistency across all channels.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to define project vision and ensure alignment with business goals.

Chief Creative Officer, Co-Founder

PopBase (Acquired by Pure Imagination Studios)
Burbank, CA
01.2017 - 01.2021
  • Led the company's proprietary product development and patenting processes.
  • Directed a cross-disciplinary software development team of UX designers, engineers and artists.
  • Developed the company's original IP through screenwriting, art-direction and narrative work.
  • Managed the company's business development, marketing, branding, and fundraising efforts.
  • Expanded the company's offerings by identifying new business opportunities.
  • Evaluated analytics to inform creative decisions, improve branding, enhance audience targeting and increase engagement.
  • Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders to ensure clear communication through production.

Creative Director

10 Forward Productions, Inc.
Burbank, CA
01.2013 - 01.2017

Through this company, I directed, produced, wrote and consulted on a variety of products for brands including HBO, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, Pfizer, WWE Networks, and others.

  • Provided animation, game production, art direction, management, and IP development services.
  • Developed, pitched and sold sizzle-decks and screenplays for original, and for-hire projects.
  • Directed branded transmedia projects like games, location-based activations, comics, and animation for TV, music videos and web.
  • Led contract negotiations, client relations, vendor management and business development.
  • Developed high-impact creative trailers and promotional content for company campaigns from concept to completion.
  • Monitored industry trends to keep creative materials fresh, relevant, polished and engaging.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and seamless execution.

2D Artist/Animator (Contract)

Wayforward Technologies
Valencia, California
01.2012 - 12.2012
  • Ensured timely delivery of high-quality artwork by effectively managing deadlines and prioritizing tasks.
  • Collaborated with developers to create visually engaging game environments.
  • Delivered high-quality artwork under tight deadlines by efficiently managing workflow and prioritizing tasks based on project needs.
  • Participated in regular project reviews, providing valuable input on artistic direction and adjusting designs as needed based on feedback received.

Archivist

Minneapolis College of Art & Design
Minneapolis, MN
09.2010 - 09.2011
  • Streamlined usage by creating organizational systems for newly digitized records and documents.
  • Performed regular inventory audits of collections, identifying gaps or discrepancies in documentation.
  • Improved collection organization and streamlined retrieval process with meticulous cataloging of archival materials.

Animator

Highlander Productions
01.2008 - 08.2009

Animated on multiple TV shows and games for clients such as BabyTV, Hop, etc.

  • Produced 2D Animation, prop design, layout design and character rigging for animated TV shows.
  • Expanded creative skillset through continuous professional development, incorporating new trends and technologies into personal work style.
  • Combined technical and artistic abilities to accomplish challenging animation objectives.
  • Enhanced animation quality by utilizing advanced software tools and techniques for various projects.

Education

Master of Fine Arts - Animation

Minneapolis College of Art & Design
Minneapolis, MN
05-2012

Bachelor of Arts - Animation

Bezalel - Academy of Art And Design
Jerusalem, Israel
05.2001 -

Skills

Collaborative team management

Brand strategy formulation

Visual concept development

Original content creation

Animation development

Digital marketing

Strong communication skills

Engaging presentation skills

Multimedia product development

Game development

Video content creation

Interactive Design

Accomplishments

  • Spotify’s Best Indie Audiobooks: The Last Wardens (Spotify, 2025)
  • Bob Clampett Humanitarian Award: LA STRONG (Comic Con International, 2025)
  • Writer Of The Year Award winner - Amit Tishler (JewCE, 2024)
  • Jewish Tradition and Folklore Award winner - Amit Tishler (JewCE, 2024)
  • Best Horror / Sci-fi Film (Lucerne International Film Festival, 2011)
  • Award of Merit (Best Shorts Competition, 2011)
  • Merit Award - Short Film (Accolade Global Film Competition, 2011)

Timeline

Instructor - Writing for Animation

Vancouver Film School
10.2025 - Current

Writer / Producer

Papercutz, Humanoids Publishing, Mad Cave Studios, Encyclopocalypse
09.2021 - Current

Creative Director

Pure Imagination Studios
03.2021 - 03.2024

Chief Creative Officer, Co-Founder

PopBase (Acquired by Pure Imagination Studios)
01.2017 - 01.2021

Creative Director

10 Forward Productions, Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2017

2D Artist/Animator (Contract)

Wayforward Technologies
01.2012 - 12.2012

Archivist

Minneapolis College of Art & Design
09.2010 - 09.2011

Animator

Highlander Productions
01.2008 - 08.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Animation

Bezalel - Academy of Art And Design
05.2001 -

Master of Fine Arts - Animation

Minneapolis College of Art & Design

Press

  • ANIMATION MAGAZINE
  • THE PAPER BRIGADE (JBC)
  • FANGORIA
  • COMICCON.COM
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