Episodes
Originally Streamed on YouTube Live Jan 19, 2024. Audio Edited by Kiara Horowitz. Andrew Chesworth is an Oscar-nominated filmmaker living in Burbank, CA. You can see his latest project, The Brave Locomotive at:    • The Brave Locomotive   ​He co-wrote and co-directed the short film One Small Step ​at Taiko Studios. He was an animator for Disney on Frozen, Zootopia, Moana, Big Hero 6, Wreck-It Ralph, Feast, Get a Horse!, Inner Workings, and Olaf's Frozen Adventure​. Previously, he was a...
Published 01/20/24
Published 01/20/24
Originally streamed on YouTube Live Dec 13, 2023. Audio edited by Kiara Horowitz. Josh Carroll and Ben Rische are such a powerful creative team that even though they've worked together for years and are currently on Steamroller Animation & Jalil Sadool's Spice Frontier, they're collaborating after hours on their own original Graphic Novel. Ben Rische is the Head of Story at Steamroller, but that's not all. He's a great character designer, 2D FX animator, etc.   / benrische   Josh...
Published 12/18/23
Originally streamed on YouTube Live Nov 3, 2023. Artificial Intelligence, more aptly named "machine learning" has been called both good and evil, so in this panel, we tried to have a balanced discussion with animation inustry experts to inspire animation students, business owners, studios, etc. Produced by Jordyn Curley and the Salt Lake Animation Expo. Panelists: Dana Ware - Cheif Creative Officer at ARound Chaz Walgamott - Illustrator and owner of Digital Gravy Animation Studio Michael...
Published 12/18/23
Originally streamed on YouTube Live Oct 6, 2023. Audio edited by Kiara Horowitz. Armand Serrano is a visual development artist, art director, and production designer for animated feature films and games specializing in environment design. He is currently working as a Production Designer for an unannounced biblical animated feature film slated for 2025. Armand is known for his works at Walt Disney Animation Studios, Marvel Studios, Sony Pictures Animation, and The Bible Project. His most...
Published 10/07/23
15 feature film pitches in 15 minutes: Enchanted, A Goofy Movie, Tarzan director Kevin Lima interviews Scott Wiser about his directing and development process. Original Episode: https://youtu.be/gzfeitSyfQc Extended: Pitches 1-10:   • TEN PITCHES for Animated FEATURE FILM...   Pitches 11-15:   • Episode #50 EXTENDED - 5 New  Film Pi...   Scott Wiser is currently supervising at Steamroller Studios and has written and directed for Spacestation Animation. He is the creator of 15 deeply...
Published 09/19/23
Originally Streamed on YouTube Live Aug 18, 2023. Audio edited by Kiara Horowitz. Chris is a creator of family and faith-infused entertainment such as the Wingfeather Saga now streaming on Angel Studios' Platform. He spent over a decade producing 16 movies for the venerated VeggieTales franchise. That included the wildly successful "Wonderful Wizard of Ha's," "Saint Nicholas" and "Noah's Ark." During that time, he also oversaw the multi-national team to create new 20x22min episodes of...
Published 08/20/23
Originally Streamed on YouTube Live July 21, 2023. Audio edited by Kiara Horowitz. He's not only directed the Simpsons and HouseBroken, but also animated on classics such as Cat's Don't Dance, Prince of Egypt, and The Tigger Movie. Join Eric Koenig and Scott Wiser as we discuss his long, successful career and his directing Philosophy! You can follow Eric at https://www.instagram.com/flyingacepi... And his webcomic at: https://www.rachelericwedding.com/ Interviewer Scott Wiser is currently...
Published 07/24/23
Originally Streamed on YouTube Live June 30, 2023. Audio Edited by Kiara Horowitz. With this new Dreamworks film In theaters June 30, let's have a second conversation with Head of Story, Glenn Harmon, formerly the Head of Story at Skydance Animation, with storyboarding tips he picked up on projects as Boss Baby, All Hail King Julien, Hotel Transylvania, and Smurfs. See Glenn's work at: https://www.instagram.com/thegr8ful_dad Interviewer Scott Wiser is currently supervising at Steamroller...
Published 07/01/23
Originally Streamed on YouTube Live June 16, 2023. Audio edited by Kiara Horowitz. Aaron Augenblick, in his own production company was worked on: City Island (PBS KIDS) Headspace (Netflix), Losers (Netflix), The Jellies (Adult Swim), Ugly Americans (Comedy Central), Superjail! (Adult Swim), and Wonder Showzen (MTV), etc. Augenblick Studios' independent cartoons have been seen in film festivals throughout the world. Their short film Golden Age was an official selection of the Sundance Film...
Published 06/21/23
Originally streamed on YouTube Live May 12th, 2023. Audio edited by Kiara Horowitz. Ross has written and directed three CG features, including Charming starring Demi Lovato, Sia, Avril Lavigne, Ashley Tisdale, and John Cleese — released globally on Netflix in 2020. Ross has written original pilots and screenplays for Disney, Fox, Walden Media, Warner Brothers, DreamWorks, Sony, Universal, The Jim Henson Co., Playtone, Vanguard Anima7on, Jersey Films, 1492, ABC, UPN, Carsey-Werner, The WB,...
Published 05/20/23
Originally Streamed on YouTube Live Apr 21, 2023. Audio Edited by Kiara Horowitz. Meet Cartoon Saloon's premiere Producer and Director of The Breadwinner (Oscar Nominated), My Father's Dragon, Secret of Kells, etc. How has her leadership impacted one of the most unique animation studios in the world? Let's deep dive into Nora's process. Interviewer Scott Wiser is a Director at Spacestation Animation and creator of 10 deeply meaningful feature film pitches. Any producers or executives...
Published 04/22/23
Originally Streamed on YouTube Live April 7, 2023. Audio Edited by Kiara Horowitz. In building the best animation studio Scott's worked for, Aaron Gilman has gathered philosophies from Brene Brown, Simon Sinek, etc, and in an experimental way has been navigating toward something remarkeable. Let's discuss how he does it and also the future of Steamroller Animation! With 23 years in the VFX industry, Aaron has worked at all levels of animation in film, games, and TV. Beginning with his...
Published 04/11/23
Originally Streamed on YouTube Live Mar 24, 2023. Audio edited by Kiara Horowitz. He's Animated and storyboarded for Pixar and beyond: Brave, Toy Story 3, Monsters University, Maya and the Three, Wall-e, UP, Ratatouille, Robots, Ice Age, The Boss Baby, Hair Love, Veggie Tales, etc - The breadth and depth of his work is incredible. Let's chat with Netflix Director Everett Downing Jr about his directing philosophy, How his crowdfunding film project, Book of Mojo prepared him for the...
Published 03/26/23
Originally Streamed on YouTube Live Feb 14, 2023. Audio Edited by Kiara Horowitz. He was a Disney character designer and podcast (ArtCast) host and with a twist of fate because one of the best educators I've ever seen in any university, online school, etc. His mentorship has impacted my career exponentially and his students continue to flourish in both their internet presence and their quality of the art.  Former Oatley Academy students are Published Children's Book Authors / Illustrators,...
Published 02/20/23
Originally streamed on YouTube Live Jan 13, 2023. Audio edited by Kiara Horowitz. He's developed animated stories for Disney TV, Nickelodeon, and most recently, the most special of his projects: Summer Memories. Adam was Scott Wiser's first animation supervisor ever and had a huge impact on his career beginnings!   Check out the series at:  https://www.facebook.com/SummerMemori...  Interviewer Scott Wiser is a Director at Spacestation Animation and the creator of 10 deeply meaningful...
Published 01/15/23
Originally Streamed on YouTube Live on Dec 9, 2022. Audio edited by Kiara Horowitz. He directed How to Train Your Dragon + Lilo & Stitch + The Croods  - What more need we say? We already know he's a fantastic artist and storyteller! Ladies and gents... CHRIS SANDERS!!!!   Interviewer Scott Wiser is a Director at Spacestation Animation and the creator of 10 deeply meaningful feature film pitches. Any producers or executives interested in collaborating or funding on Scott Wiser's projects...
Published 12/15/22
Originally Streamed on YouTube Live Nov 11, 2022. Audio edited by Kiara Horowitz. Doing screenwriting for 2 feature films with directors mentored by Guillermo del Toro - should teach you a LOT. And Pietro has DONE JUST THAT.    Interviewer Scott Wiser is a Director at Spacestation Animation and the creator of 10 deeply meaningful feature film pitches. Any producers or executives interested in collaborating or funding on Scott Wiser's projects can peruse these pitches through the application...
Published 12/10/22
Originally Streamed on YouTube Live on Oct 10, 2022. Audio Edited by Kiara Horowitz.  Klaus, Space Jame, Looney Toons, The Incredibles - What style of animation hasn't Alex Orrelle worked on?  Interviewer Scott Wiser is a Director at Spacestation Animation and the creator of 10 deeply meaningful feature film pitches. Any producers or executives interested in collaborating or funding on Scott Wiser's projects can peruse these pitches through the application at...
Published 10/15/22
Originally Streamed on YouTube Live on Sep 9, 2022. Audio Edited by Kiara Horowitz. Oscar-winning Pixar Co-director Mark Andrews directed cutting-edge production using Unreal Engine and Motion Capture. More info coming soon.    Interviewer Scott Wiser is a Director at Spacestation Animation and the creator of 10 deeply meaningful feature film pitches. Any producers or executives interested in collaborating or funding on Scott Wiser's projects can peruse these pitches through the application...
Published 09/11/22
Originally Streamed on YouTube Live August 19, 2022. Audio Edited by Kiara Horowitz. Oscar-winning Pixar Co-director Mark Andrews directed cutting-edge production using Unreal Engine and Motion Capture. More info coming soon.    Interviewer Scott Wiser is a Director at Spacestation Animation and the creator of 10 deeply meaningful feature film pitches. Any producers or executives interested in collaborating or funding on Scott Wiser's projects can peruse these pitches through the...
Published 08/30/22
Originally streamed on YouTube Live July 15, 2022. Audio Edited by Kiara Horowitz. From the Salt Lake Animation expo, to the ChowPow card game, to Tuttle Twins, to original animated series, Digital Gravy is working hard to make waves in the entertainment industry!   Interviewer Scott Wiser is a Director at Spacestation Animation and the creator of 10 deeply meaningful feature film pitches. Any producers or executives interested in collaborating or funding on Scott Wiser's projects can...
Published 08/30/22
Originally streamed on YouTube Live May 27, 2022. Audio edited by Kiara Horowitz. Interviewer Scott Wiser is a Director at Spacestation Animation and the creator of 10 deeply meaningful feature film pitches. Any producers or executives interested in collaborating or funding on Scott Wiser's projects can peruse these pitches through the application at https://scottwiser.com/collaborate  JP Sans most recently served as Head of Character Animation on DreamWorks Animation’s latest hit film, The...
Published 05/31/22
Is Hollywood dying? How can new filmmakers rise up? Scott Wiser shares his current thoughts about how to get ahead and how animation is the vein of gold worth mining!  BTS, Scott keeps getting suggested video titles like, "Why 99% Of Movies Today Are Garbage" and "Why Modern Movies Suck - They're Written By Children"...   ...while learning from experts like Ed Hooks, Brian McDonald, Hayao Miyazaki, Jordan Peterson, etc. on how to tell better, more deeply meaningful stories.   Scott gave...
Published 05/28/22