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Michael J. Smith

New York,NY

Summary

Animation Professional of over 20 years with a knack for elevating visual quality and artistic excellence. Expert in episodic direction, storyboard/animatic production, and character and environmental design. Proven leader with experience guiding teams of various artists toward project goals and effectively delivering outstanding quality on time.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervising Director, Robogobo

Brown Bag Films, Disney
03.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with episodic, art and technical directors to set standards and drive visual quality.
  • Defined, oversaw and directed standards for every stage from concept to completion.
  • Reviewed and provided feedback on character designs, storyboards, and animation to ensure artistic excellence.
  • Coordinated with other departments such as sound design, music composition, and editing to create a cohesive final product.
  • Selected appropriate voice talent based on their suitability for specific roles.

Creative Producer, Mecha Builders

Sesame Workshop
04.2020 - 09.2022
  • Collaborated with storyboard artists, writers, and producers to develop engaging storylines and characters.
  • Created creative briefs to guide creative process from concept to completion.
  • Defined, oversaw and directed standards for every stage from concept to completion.
  • Worked closely with team leaders to define and achieve vision for animation style.
  • Reviewed and provided feedback on character designs, storyboards, and animation to ensure artistic excellence.
  • Developed high-impact creative trailers and promotional content for company campaigns from concept to completion.
  • Regularly liaised with marketing teams to promote through various platforms.

Storyboard Director, T.O.T.S

Titmouse, Inc., Disney
01.2017 - 05.2020
  • Managed teams of Storyboard Artists and Story Revisionists to ensure consistency and quality across episodes.
  • Reviewed animatics with Supervising Directors, Editors and Artists to implement client feedback and ensure ontime deliveries.
  • Provided thumbnails and layout plans along with relevant design elements to help facilitate and expedite process.
  • Provided draw-overs and notes to help solve challenging demands based on story needs and client feedback.

Storyboard Director, Goldie and Bear

Titmouse, Inc., Disney
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Managed teams of Storyboard Artists and Story Revisionists to ensure consistency and quality across episodes.
  • Reviewed animatics with Supervising Directors, Editors and Artists to implement client feedback and ensure ontime deliveries.
  • Provided thumbnails and layout plans along with relevant design elements to help facilitate and expedite process.
  • Provided draw-overs and notes to help solve challenging demands based on story needs and client feedback.

Skills

  • Series/Episodic Direction
  • Team Leadership/Collaboration
  • Storyboard/Animatics Production
  • Character Animation Direction
  • Character Design Sketch
  • Set/Environment Sketch
  • Script Evaluation and Refinement
  • Voice Over Direction

Additional Projects

"The Wonder Pets" , Little Airplane Productions, Storyboard Supervisor/Storyboard Artist

"Team Umizoomi" , Nickelodeon Animation Studios, Storyboard Supervisor/Storyboard Artist

"The Bravest Knight" , Big Bad Boo Productions, Storyboard Artist

"Super Why" , Out Of The Blue Productions, Storyboard Artist

"Creative Galaxy" , Out of the Blue Productions, Script Coordinator

"Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood" , Out of the Blue Productions, Script Coordinator


Timeline

Supervising Director, Robogobo

Brown Bag Films, Disney
03.2022 - Current

Creative Producer, Mecha Builders

Sesame Workshop
04.2020 - 09.2022

Storyboard Director, T.O.T.S

Titmouse, Inc., Disney
01.2017 - 05.2020

Storyboard Director, Goldie and Bear

Titmouse, Inc., Disney
01.2015 - 01.2017

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