Black Creators in Animation: Championing Diverse Stories

In recent years, we’ve seen a rise in the demand for animation content, from features films, tv shows, and shorts. With that, we are seeing a surge of growth in diversity in the animation space and a budding arena for Black creators and their stories to thrive. Join us for a moderated conversation with some of the leading Black Animation Storytellers who will share how you too can break into the animation industry and create impactful stories. 

Speakers include: 
Executive Creative Director, Lion Forge Animation, Saxton Moore
Author and CEO, Black Sands Entertainment, Manuel Godoy
Sr. Recruiter, Marvel Animation, Daujenae Harps
Marvel Studios Storyboard Artist Micah Lewis
Marvel Studios Storyboard Artist Jerry Gaylord
Animation Director, Producer, Story Artist, and Owner of CBA Studios, Chaz Bottoms
Production Assistant, Lucasfilm Animation, Ronjae Jones 

This event is co-presented by the Tisch Office of Career Development and Young Entertainment Activists. To learn more about TOCD's services, go to www.tisch.nyu.edu/tocd. To learn more about YEA, go to www.youngentertainmentactivists.com.