Variety's 10 Animators to Watch

SCAD AnimationFest and Variety are proud to present the latest edition of 10 Animators to Watch, highlighting a dynamic group of artists and storytellers whose groundbreaking work and creative vision are shaping the future of animation. First launched in 2015, the celebrated 10 Animators to Watch program makes its SCAD AnimationFest debut this year. Variety chief awards editor Clayton Davis will host a lively conversation with this year's honorees as they share their creative journeys, explore the artistry and innovation behind their work, and offer a glimpse into where animation is headed next. 

Panelists
Louise Bagnall, director, Julián, Cartoon Saloon
Daniela Strijleva, production designer, Gatto, Pixar
Tilly Fidler (B.F.A., animation, 2022), stop motion animator, Wildwood, LAIKA
Amol Sathe, director of cinematography, Hexed, Walt Disney Animation Studios
Clarisse Chua, storyboard artist, Ray Gunn, Netflix/Skydance Animation
Ryan Gaffney, head of story, The Cat in the Hat, Warner Bros. Pictures Animation
Chloë Aubert, animation director, Iron Boy, Sony Pictures Classics
Maarten Lemmens, character animator, Forgotten Island, DreamWorks Animation
Samantha Suyi Lee, storyboard artist, Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse, Sony Pictures Animation
Eric B. Nfon, animation director, Tangles, Independent Film Company