Production Manager Lauren Gauthier discusses getting into animation without drawing skills, heeding the call to be a Nickelodeon Shop Steward, and instilling in her crew members their personal responsibility for keeping the Guild strong. Name: Lauren Gauthier Job Title: Production Manager Studio: Nickelodeon Contact Info: stewards-nickelodeon@tag839.org Tell us a little about yourself and your career.  I’ve been…

Background Artist Cathleen McAllister discusses her transition from animation fan to dedicated union representative, using her Negotiations Committee experience as a Flying Bark Shop Steward, and her commitment to helping colleagues navigate Union rights. Name: Cathleen McAllister Job Title: Background Artist Studio/Production: Flying Bark/ Minecraft Animated Series Contact Info: stewards-flyingbark@tag839.org Tell us a little about yourself and your…

Lighting and Compositing Department Supervisor David Lee-DuVoisin reflects on his passion for the technical artistry of animation, the unique synergy of working with diverse teams, and his dedication to serving as a reliable resource in his role as a DreamWorks Shop Steward. Name: David Lee DuVoisin Job Title: Lighting and Compositing Department Supervisor Studio: DreamWorks Animation…

Background Painter Erica Smith reflects on her lifelong passion for volunteering, her multi-pronged engagement with the Guild, and her desire to serve as a resource in her role as Shop Steward.   Name: Erica Smith Job Title: Background Painter Studio: Disney TVA Contact: stewards-disneytva@tag839.org   Tell us a bit about yourself and your career journey. I, like…

Background Artist Meghan Boehman reflects on how her love of storytelling led her to animation, the connection between collaboration and creativity, and her goal as a Shop Steward to strengthen worker bonds.   Name: Meghan Boehman Job Title: Background Artist Studio: Teen Titans Go! / Warner Bros. Animation/Cartoon Network Contact: stewards-WBCN@tag839.org   Tell us a…

Animation Guild Vice President and Art Director Roger Oda reflects on his amazement at still getting to draw for a living, his belief in the importance of connections, and why he feels the Union needs a visible presence at the studios.   Name: Roger Oda Job Title: Art Director Studio: Marvel Contact: stewards-marvel@tag839.org   Tell…

Storyboard Artist Fill Marc Sagadraca discusses the full-circle journey of his career, how industry kin inspired him to get involved in the Guild, and his work as a Shop Steward preparing colleagues for critical issues facing animation today.   Name: Fill Marc Sagadraca Job Title: Storyboard Artist Studio/Production: 20th Century Animation/The Simpsons Movie 2 Contact…

Storyboard Artist Joie Foster shares her journey through multiple industries to reach animation, the feeling of welcome that comes from belonging to the Guild, and her mission as a Shop Steward to empower TAG members through information and engagement. Name: Joie Foster Job Title: Assistant Director Studio: 20th Television Animation/American Dad! Contact Info: stewards-americandad@tag839.org Tell us a…

Story Supervisor Michael Herrera discusses how following his passions has led to thrilling opportunities, the deep connections he’s made through his work in animation, and his desire as a Shop Steward to help members understand the Guild and their power within it. Name: Michael Herrera Job Title: Story Supervisor Studio: Netflix (Burbank Office) Contact Info: stewards-netflix@tag839.org…

Character Designer MinJi Yoon talks about finding her place in animation during the pandemic, her joy in building stories alongside talented teammates, and her commitment as a Powerhouse Shop Steward to support co-workers during difficult times. Name: MinJi Yoon Job Title: Character Designer Studio: Powerhouse Animation Studios, Texas Contact Info: stewards-tx-powerhouse@tag839.org Tell us a bit…

From developing new worlds on screen to building community on the job, Skydance Shop Steward Kalina Murat is dedicated to supporting members and providing resources to help them navigate change. Name: Kalina Murat Job Title: Visual Development Artist Studio:  Skydance Contact info: stewards-skydance@tag839.org Tell us a little about yourself and your career journey. I’m originally from…

Design Coordinator Lauren Clinton Clark shares her journey into animation, her fervent support of workers rights, and how she became a champion for her colleagues on Rick and Morty. Name: Lauren Clinton Clark Job Title: Design Coordinator Studio: Rick and Morty Contact Info: stewards-rickmorty@tag839.org Tell us a bit about yourself and your career journey. My…