director, writer & EDITOR

Three-time Emmy and Annie Award-nominated Peruvian-American editor, director, and writer Sandra  Powers has been the lead editor of many acclaimed tv shows including: Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur and Disney’s Elena of Avalor. Her short opera film Still Life After Death premiered at the Sharjah Film Festival in 2021 and is now streaming on Amazon Prime, while her debut short Autumn was distributed by Ouat Media and screened at numerous international festivals.

In 2023, Sandra art-directed the Grammy®-nominated opera film Black Lodge by David T. Little and produced by Beth Morrison Projects (BMP) for Opera Philadelphia. She made her stage directorial debut with The Great Soviet Bucket, produced by BMP with Miami Light Project, and funded by the National Performance Network’.  She also conceived and directed BARDO, an immersive theatrical experience hailed by the LA Times as “full of wonder,” produced by BMP and performed at the historic United Theater (CAP UCLA 2024) and BRIC (PROTOTYPE 2025, NYC's prestigious opera festival). Sandra is currently developing her first musical, Werewolf Camp, with visionary director Julien Chavaz and Theater Magdeburg in Germany.

executive producer

Pilar Flynn is a two-time Emmy^® Award-winning and Annie-Award winning producer who was named one of “The 50 Most Powerful People in Kids’ Entertainment” by the Hollywood Reporter. Pilar was a co-showrunner for Disney Television's Marvel's Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur.  She was also a producer on Disney's critically acclaimed Elena of Avalor, which follows Disney's first princess inspired by diverse Latin cultures and folklore.

Pilar began her animation career at DreamWorks Animation Features, where she co-produced the award-winning short First Flight and worked on the production of films such as The Road to El Dorado, Sinbad, Spirit, Madagascar and Flushed Away. Pilar was also co-producer on the groundbreaking R-rated animated feature Sausage Party, a co-production between Sony Pictures Animation and Annapurna Pictures, starring Seth Rogen. Flynn currently serves on the board of directors for the Latino Film Institute, a nonprofit organization founded by actor Edward James Olmos. She is a native of Chile and Ecuador and spent much of her childhood in countries throughout South America and Europe.

producer

Jenna Kim is a dynamic creative producer in animation, currently working at Disney Television Animation as part of the shorts-producing multiplatform team. She began her career at Warner Animation Group, contributing to feature projects such as The LEGO Movie sequels, before transitioning into television where her passion for character-driven storytelling truly flourished. Jenna first made her mark on the Annie Award-winning series Amphibia, and went on to help bring to life the Emmy Award-winning Marvel's Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur.

Jenna is dedicated to projects that create lasting emotional resonance, not only between screen and audience, but also within the collaborative, behind-the-scenes ecosystem that brings these worlds to life. Outside of animation, she is also an accomplished photographer whose work has earned recognition,  Jenna continues to champion bold, inclusive, and emotionally rich stories across platforms, always seeking new ways to connect, inspire, and push the medium forward.

SUPERVISING PRODUCER & ANIMATION SUPERVISOR

Kat Kosmala is an Emmy Award-winning animation director and visual artist renowned for her dynamic fusion of hand-drawn and digital techniques. With over 15 years of experience, she has contributed to a diverse array of animated projects. Kat's exceptional work as the Animation Lead on Disney/Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur earned her a 2023 Children's and Family Emmy Award for Outstanding Main Title.  Her contributions have also been pivotal in acclaimed series such as Disney's DuckTales (2017) and Bob's Burgers.

Beyond her production work, Kat is a dedicated educator, currently teaching second-year animation students at the California Institute of the Arts (CalArts).  She actively participates in the animation community, sharing her expertise at events like Lightbox Expo and the California State Summer School for the Arts (CSSSA).

HEAD OF STORY

Zesung Kang is an Emmy Award-winning animation director, story artist, and producer who served as the Supervising Producer on DreamWorks Animation’s hit Netflix series Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous, which earned a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Animated Series.

A graduate of CalArts, Zesung’s career spans major studios including DreamWorks, Reel FX, Riot and Illumination. He has contributed to acclaimed projects such as All Hail King Julien and Trolls: The Beat Goes On!, directing, storyboarding, and producing across a wide range of animated series and films. His storytelling is deeply shaped by his multicultural background and global experiences, bringing a unique and nuanced perspective to everything he creates.

PRODUCTION DESIGNER

Cesilia Gutierrez is an artist and designer known for her innovative approach to palette and texture. Her work has been instrumental in shaping the visual identity of award-winning animated series, including Marvel's Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, Disney’s The Ghost of Molly McGee, Nickelodeon’s Transformers: EarthSpark, Wild Canary’s Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures, Chicken Squad, and The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse. For Cesilia, animation is more than just art, it’s a universal language.

As the daughter of Mexican and Guatemalan immigrants, she grew up watching Saturday morning cartoons with her parents, who didn’t speak English yet laughed alongside her, understanding every joke through the characters' expressions and gestures. That moment of connection shaped her passion for storytelling- one that transcends words.

ART DIRECTOR

Luciano Herrera is an Art Director, Visual Development Artist, and Designer with over a decade of experience in animation. He has contributed to numerous award-winning productions for top studios including Disney Animation, Warner Bros. Animation, Netflix, Cartoon Network, and Nickelodeon.

Known for his bold design sensibility and strong storytelling instincts, Luciano has played a key role in shaping the visual worlds of acclaimed series such as Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur (five-time Emmy Award winner), DuckTales, Green Eggs and Ham (Emmy Award winner), BoJack Horseman (Annie Award winner), Mike Tyson Mysteries, DC Super Hero Girls, Superman: Red Son, Primos, Pig Goat Banana Cricket (Emmy Award winner), and Stretch Armstrong & the Flex Fighters.Luciano brings to every project a deep visual imagination and collaborative spirit, crafting distinctive styles across genres and reimagining both original stories and beloved franchises.

ANIMATION STUDIO

Viva Calavera (Calavera Hnos.) is a Mexico City-based creative studio founded by the Calavera Brothers. Known for blending pulse-pounding action with emotional storytelling across animation, video games, and comics, they are the showrunners behind Rey Mysterio vs. The Darkness, produced with Cartoon Network LATAM. The series premiered throughout Latin America on Max and Cartoon Network, and stands out for its hybrid visual style that merges Mexican graphic tradition, wrestling aesthetics, anime influences, and supernatural fantasy. Their work has been featured at major regional festivals and industry events, and Viva Calavera has become a leading voice in Latin American genre animation, pushing the boundaries of both style and narrative.

LEAD CHARACTER DESIGNER

Adam Fay is a visionary Art Director and Lead Character Designer renowned for bringing creatures and vibrant worlds to life in animation. With over a decade of experience, Adam’s journey has taken him through beloved animated series including Velma, Harley Quinn, The Cuphead Show!, Final Space, Close Enough, and more, making him a major creative force behind adult animation’s growing artistic depth.As an Art Director at Titmouse, and Assistant Art Director and Lead Character Designer on Velma, Adam pushed forward a style infused with expressive realism, grounded anatomy, and heightened emotion marking a pivotal moment in his career.

He is currently developing a new show at Amazon MGM Studios / Prime Video.Adam frequently shares his creative journey at industry events.

LEAD COLOR STYLIST

Chris Hooten is an animation colorist whose career has spanned nearly three decades, bringing vibrancy, mood, and atmosphere to some of the most beloved animated series of our time. Since the mid-1990s, he has lent his artistry to iconic action shows including Teen Titans, DuckTales, The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse, Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, DC Super Hero Girls, Ben 10 Alien Force, Ben 10 Omniverse, Batman Beyond, Superman, Legion of Superheroes, Transformers Animated, Jackie Chan Adventures, and The Incredible Hulk. Known for his ability to shape story through color, Hooten most recently served as Color Designer on the highly anticipated Batman: Caped Crusader, further cementing his legacy as a leading creative force in the world of animation.

CONSULTING PRODUCER & MUSIC SUPERVISOR

GRAMMY®-nominated Qazaq-American performer and film producer TIMUR, “the extravagantly transgressive tenor, dangerous and seductive” (Mark Swed, LA Times), has made solo appearances with LA Philharmonic, Bang on a Can All-Stars, Beth Morrison Projects, Opera Philadelphia, National Czech Opera Theater, Comédie de Genève, PROTOTYPE, Santa Cecilia Academy, Müpa Budapest, and the Industry LA, among others. As a film producer, Timur worked on nine projects as an executive, producer and creative, including Sundance's 2019 winner Clemency (starring Alfre Woodard), Color Out of Space (starring Nicholas Cage, TIFF premiere), Daniel Isn’t Real (SXSW premiere) and Measure of Revenge (starring Bella Thorne) for ACE Pictures Entertainment. His theatrical projects with the band Timur and the Dime Museum, “a post-punk screaming opera” (NPR), developed and produced by long-time collaborator Beth Morrison Projects, include Collapse (REDCAT, Operadagen Rotterdam, BAM 2015 Next Wave Festival); industrial metal opera film Black Lodge (Opera Philadelphia, CAP UCLA); a dark musical satire The Great Soviet Bucket (Miami Light Project); a sci-fi comedy Klaus from Space (O. Festival Rotterdam, Klanggg_Festival Switzerland, Theater Magdeburg); and a new musical with Nick Urata of DeVotchka.

composer

Elizaveta is a Russian-American singer, songwriter, pianist, and producer celebrated for her genre-defying fusion of classical, pop, electronic, and operatic styles. Her music has been featured in numerous television series including Scandal, Pretty Little Liars, and The Affair, and she voiced the bard Maryden Halewell in BioWare’s award-winning video game Dragon Age: Inquisition, performing several of its beloved tavern songs. In 2011, Elizaveta signed with Universal Republic Records and collaborated with Grammy-winning producer Greg Wells (renowned for his work with Adele, Rufus Wainwright, Katy Perry, and Elton John) on her major-label debut album Beatrix Runs, released in 2012.
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A classically trained opera singer and pianist, Elizaveta has performed at international venues and events, including TED Global 2013, where she captivated audiences with her innovative blend of music and storytelling.

COMPOSER

Jonathan Paulsen is an award-winning composer whose emotionally resonant scores have elevated film, television, and interactive media with a distinctive blend of orchestral depth and cutting-edge sound design. His work spans a wide range of genres and styles. In the world of video games, Jonathan has contributed original music and sound to titles such as Arknights, Halo 5: Guardians – Hunt the Truth, and Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two. His experience in game scoring showcases his ability to create immersive soundscapes that adapt dynamically to story and gameplay.

In film, Jonathan’s scores can be heard in projects like Elusive (2022), Control Alt Destroy (2011), and numerous animated and live-action shorts. He has also composed for high-profile campaigns and series, crafting memorable sonic identities for everything from futuristic thrillers to heartfelt dramas. Jonathan’s hybrid approach fuses analog instruments, synthesizers, and electronic textures with live orchestration.

SOUND DESIGN

Gabriel Gelbrecht is a Los Angeles–based sound designer and mixer of Panamanian and Mexican heritage, recognized for his work on acclaimed animated series including Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, Tiny Toons Looniversity, and Stillwater. His work on Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur earned a Children's & Family Emmy Nomination in 2023, while Stillwater received a prestigious Peabody Award for its thoughtful storytelling and impact. A graduate of the Los Angeles Film School, Gabriel brings a refined technical skillset and a deeply creative sensibility to every project. Drawing from his multicultural background, he crafts immersive soundscapes that elevate narrative and emotional storytelling across a range of genres.
When he's not in the studio, Gabriel enjoys playing piano, DJing, golfing, snowboarding, and spending quality time with his family.

FOLEY SUPERVISOR

David Alexander Bonilla is an Emmy and Peabody Award-winning Foley Mixer, Sound Editor, and Foley Artist based in Los Angeles. With a career spanning from on-screen appearances in his youth to behind-the-scenes excellence in sound, David has contributed to acclaimed animated series such as Stillwater, Elena of Avalor, Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures and Star vs. the Forces of Evil.

A U.S. Marine Corps veteran, he brings discipline and creativity to every project. Outside the studio, David enjoys traveling, exploring new cuisines, and spending time with his wife, friends, and their two dogs, Penny and Rory.

PROPS & FX DESIGNER

Melanie Atwater is a Los Angeles–based animation artist who loves bringing personality and storytelling into everything she creates. A graduate of CalArts’ Character Animation program (BFA, 2014), she has lent her creative touch to a wide range of shows, including DuckTales (2017–2020), The Owl House, Pickle & Peanut, We Baby Bears, ThunderCats Roar!, Battle Kitty, and, most recently, Disney’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur. Melanie’s work is known for its playful details and strong sense of world-building, and when she’s not at the drawing board, she enjoys cosplay, dancing, and hiking with her dog, Toasty.

COLOR SCRIPT DESIGNER

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