Robert Sledge
Chatsworth,,CA
Summary
Creative Animation Artist with extensive experience as a Director, Animator, Story Artist, and Designer. Proficient in Storyboard Pro, Photoshop, and Harmony, leveraging digital technology to enhance storytelling in both comedic and dramatic formats. Passionate about developing emotionally compelling narratives and characters that resonate with audiences.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Director
Hot Ticket Productions " Secret's of the Multiverse " Series
07.2025 - 09.2025
- Achieved seamless vocal audition sessions by overseeing recording processes and ensuring high-quality outputs.
- Contributed insightful feedback on story reviews, enhancing script quality through collaboration with writers and producers.
- Collaborated closely with the Director to create compelling visual development art for the series.
- Developed character designs that effectively captured the essence of each character in the series.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategic operational changes.
- Fostered team collaboration through the development of targeted strategies and clear communication channels.
- Facilitated brainstorming sessions to encourage creative input from team members and improve project outcomes.
Prop Designs Hybrid Feature film
Warner Animation Group " Coyote Vs Acme" Feature
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Enhanced film production by creating animated props for "Coyote vs Acme."
- Collaborated with designers to develop realistic Acme devices for filming.
- Supported actors with on-site props, ensuring effective special effects utilization.
- Adapted quickly to dynamic production needs, maintaining high-quality standards.
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills, meeting tight deadlines in fast-paced environment.
Concept Design & Development Artist
Miko
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Elevated art quality and efficiency by managing Design/Animation teams effectively.
- Led three prototype iterations for the Miko Robot's Concept Design.
- Created preliminary sketches and concepts inspired by diverse sources for projects.
- Designed custom artwork aligning with client visions, ensuring satisfaction with outcomes.
- Expanded educational and entertainment animated materials library by supervising global animators.
- Facilitated creative brainstorming sessions to enhance ideas and improve existing projects.
2D Character Animator
Warner Animation Group " Space Jam a New Legacy"
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Enhanced character animation quality for "Space Jam: A New Legacy" film.
- Created 2D digital animations using Harmony software for iconic characters.
- Pursued continuous learning of new animation tools and technologies.
- Merged technical skills and creativity to meet animation challenges effectively.
- Utilized Blender for computer-generated simulations in animation processes.
Character Layout Artist
Warner Bros. Animation/ HBO Max "Looney Tunes Cartoons"
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Enhanced character personality and humor for overseas animation studios.
- Developed key poses and timing to improve animation quality.
- Organized project files and maintained schedules to support management efforts.
Storyboard Artist
Wild Canary Animation "Mira Royal Detective"
06.2018 - 05.2019
- Enhanced storytelling through innovative character designs for three Disney Jr. series.
- Created cohesive storyboards aligned with the director's vision and style.
- Developed visual concepts for "Puppy Dog Pals," "Mira Royal Detective," and "Rocketeer."
- Resolved storytelling challenges while adapting to technical limitations during production.
- Collaborated effectively with teams, managing flexible hours to meet project deadlines.
Storyboard Artist
Renegade Animation/ WB " The Tom and Jerry Show "
03.2015 - 04.2018
- Developed engaging storyboards and designs for premise-driven series.
- Crafted dialogue and comedy action, presenting pitches to studio executives.
- Designed character poses for international animation studios.
- Created character designs, ensuring alignment with show themes.
- Utilized Storyboard Pro and Photoshop for efficient storyboard production.
- Maintained consistency across storyboard panels for cohesive animation sequences.
Storyboard Artist
Universal Animation Studios " Land Before Time "
08.2014 - 01.2015
- Enhanced emotional engagement through character expressions and poses development.
- Achieved seamless scene transitions by designing fluid camera movements and compositions.
- Maintained consistent animation flow and style according to established guidelines.
Character Animator
Warner Bros. Studios " Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory"
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Enhanced storytelling through character animations for films and television series.
- Achieved high-quality animations by effectively managing tight deadlines and priorities.
- Developed engaging character animations, contributing to the success of direct-to-video projects.
- Streamlined animation processes, ensuring timely delivery of visual content for productions.
Storyboard Artist
Warner Bros. Animation " Rabbit Run " Feature
01.2014 - 04.2014
- Delivered digital storyboards for New Buggs Bunny & Lola Bunny feature film.
- Utilized Storyboard Photoshop to create detailed sequences from film scripts.
- Produced high-quality sequences under tight deadlines, ensuring seamless integration.
- Collaborated with director and cinematographer to align storyboard outputs effectively.
- Outlined animation plans through comprehensive storyboard development.
StoryBoard Artist & Animator
Warner Bros. Animation DTV Release "Robin Hood and His Merry Mouse
12.2013 - 04.2014
- Translating scripts and adding appropriate material to bring out Humor, Story Structure, and Acting. As Animator I created, key Animation for Oversees to cleanup and in-between's Both Dial / Pantomime Scenes.Warner Home Video DTV Release "Robin Hood and his Merry Mouse "
Storyboard Artist & Animator
Warner Bros. Animation " Looney Tunes Show "
03.2009 - 11.2012
- Looney tunes Show Seasons 1&2 . Storyboard Artist and Character Layout Artist.
Director
MGM / Rubicon Cartoon Network " Pink Panther and Pals " "Ant & Aardvark" Series
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Boosted show success by developing Ant & Aardvark for Cartoon Network.
- Directed production crew to ensure design and sound recording approvals.
- Managed team of artists and designers, achieving project goals efficiently.
- Collaborated with producers and management to enhance series reception.
Storyboard Artist
S D Entertainment
10.2008 - 12.2008
- Enhanced storytelling by creating rough storyboards for series direction.
- Collaborated in meetings to address project progress and creative challenges.
- Displayed character emotions effectively for both dramatic and comedic scenes.
- Developed visual representations that captured desired emotions and actions accurately.
- Improved visual clarity of sequences through strategic shot selection and composition.
Storyboard Artist
Starz
10.2007 - 10.2008
- WOW WOW WUBBZY Series
Storyboard Artist / Character Designer
Universal Cartoon Studios
01.2006 - 10.2006
- Curious George PBS Series
- Land Before Time Series
Character Artist
Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution
02.2006 - 02.2006
- Contracted by company to design Winnie The Pooh Character Art for merchandise / product
Storyboard Artist
Rich Crest Entertainment
06.2005 - 08.2005
- .Direct-to-Video "Arthur Movie " C.G.I.
- storyboarded sequences that built emotionally compelling moments and heart to the feature film.
Storyboard Artist / Character designer / Development
DisneyToon Studios
03.1997 - 07.2004
- Storyboarded Feature's and Direct To Video's
- Other Assignments Animation, Character Models 2d/3d, and Character Layout.
- Designed publicity art posters for theatrical film releases.
- Mentored junior artists in best practices for storyboard creation and visual storytelling techniques.
- Presented storyboards to production teams, incorporating feedback to refine visual concepts and enhance clarity.
- Learned all areas of filmmaking in order to provide most useful story progressions.
- Assisted in refining scripts during pre-production stages by offering visual insights from a storyboard artist''s perspective.
Development
DreamWorks Animation
07.1996 - 03.1997
- Character development on TV productions, Story Development
- Leading design team to achieve overall character model style.
Character Artist
Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution
01.1993 - 01.1996
- Disney Charcater artist
- Oversee Licensees and character art submissions for character merchandise.
- Oversight in correcting and creating artwork for licensees, publishing, Disney stores
- Oversaw and developed branding and Design of Style Guides for Lion King 101 Dalmatians and Toy story, was heading Character art for Lion kings Bradford exchange Plate series and much more.
- Mentored junior artists, providing guidance on best practices in character creation and animation.
- Evaluated and critiqued team members' work to uphold quality standards and improve output quality.
- Collaborated with team members to create visually consistent characters for various projects.
- Worked with art director to establish visual targets.
Character Layout/ Animation
Warner Bros. Animation
01.1990 - 03.1993
- Designed character layouts for the 'Tazmanian Devil Show' enhancing visual storytelling.
- Thrived in fast-paced environments, driving efficiency and team collaboration.
- Exhibited self-motivation and accountability, ensuring project goals were met.
- Cultivated a respectful and friendly atmosphere, assisting team members effectively.
- Streamlined day-to-day operations, maximizing productivity among team members.
- Pursued continuous learning, demonstrating commitment to skill enhancement and improvement.
Character Designer & Animator
Hanna Barbera
01.1989 - 01.1991
- These included talking with the Character Supervisor and getting their impute, Reading the Script and Looking at Storyboards for needed design goals and acting, then working to implement those into final model sheet art for oversees studios to use in the animation process.
- Followed company standards and stylistic approaches to achieve studios goals and deadlines.
- Explored various illustration styles when necessary, adapting to different project requirements seamlessly.
Education
No Degree - Animation
Studio Arts
570 W Avenue 26 Suite 425 Los Angeles CA 90065 Architectural Design And Computer Animation
West Valley Occupational Center
6200 Winnetka Avenue, Woodland Hills, CA 91367Computer Animation
Glendale Career College
Address 240 N Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA 9120301-2006
Skills
- Director
- Character Design
- Animation
- Storyboarding
- Feature & TV Production
- Harmony / Storyboard Pro
- Adobe Suite
- Blender
- Sketchbook Pro
Timeline
Co-Director
Hot Ticket Productions " Secret's of the Multiverse " Series
07.2025 - 09.2025
Prop Designs Hybrid Feature film
Warner Animation Group " Coyote Vs Acme" Feature
06.2023 - 09.2023
Concept Design & Development Artist
Miko
01.2022 - 09.2023
2D Character Animator
Warner Animation Group " Space Jam a New Legacy"
08.2020 - 01.2021
Character Layout Artist
Warner Bros. Animation/ HBO Max "Looney Tunes Cartoons"
09.2019 - 08.2020
Storyboard Artist
Wild Canary Animation "Mira Royal Detective"
06.2018 - 05.2019
Storyboard Artist
Renegade Animation/ WB " The Tom and Jerry Show "
03.2015 - 04.2018
Storyboard Artist
Universal Animation Studios " Land Before Time "
08.2014 - 01.2015
Character Animator
Warner Bros. Studios " Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory"
06.2014 - 08.2014
Storyboard Artist
Warner Bros. Animation " Rabbit Run " Feature
01.2014 - 04.2014
StoryBoard Artist & Animator
Warner Bros. Animation DTV Release "Robin Hood and His Merry Mouse
12.2013 - 04.2014
Storyboard Artist & Animator
Warner Bros. Animation " Looney Tunes Show "
03.2009 - 11.2012
Storyboard Artist
S D Entertainment
10.2008 - 12.2008
Director
MGM / Rubicon Cartoon Network " Pink Panther and Pals " "Ant & Aardvark" Series
01.2008 - 01.2009
Storyboard Artist
Starz
10.2007 - 10.2008
Character Artist
Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution
02.2006 - 02.2006
Storyboard Artist / Character Designer
Universal Cartoon Studios
01.2006 - 10.2006
Storyboard Artist
Rich Crest Entertainment
06.2005 - 08.2005
Storyboard Artist / Character designer / Development
DisneyToon Studios
03.1997 - 07.2004
Development
DreamWorks Animation
07.1996 - 03.1997
Character Artist
Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution
01.1993 - 01.1996
Character Layout/ Animation
Warner Bros. Animation
01.1990 - 03.1993
Character Designer & Animator
Hanna Barbera
01.1989 - 01.1991
No Degree - Animation
Studio Arts
Architectural Design And Computer Animation
West Valley Occupational Center
Computer Animation
Glendale Career College