John Paul McLeod
A versatile animator with production directing and international experience. Works are drawn from action and grit incorporated into animation. Up to reaching the challenge of any animation.
Hobbies:
Programming | Blender | Skating | Spider Care | Film
Work Experience
Film Director
Kennesaw State University | September 2025 – December 2025
• Wrote, illustrated, animated, edited, and produced my film “Behind Fat Teeth” for the Owl's Film Festival Spring 2026
• Built and managed an animation team • Directed an animated project through from start to finish
• Guided animators, ensuring quality and art direction
Freelance Animator
2021 – Present
• Assisted in film “Ellie Wakes Up” – Consistently delivered highquality rough animation passes significantly ahead of production deadlines
• Assisted in film “Windswept” – Executed clean animation with quick integration to established filing and naming conventions
• Assisted in film “Stitches” – Animated quick prototypes of rough animation with creative direction to ensure speed and quality
International Animation Residency | Tokyo, Japan
Michidure + Kennesaw State University | July 2025
• Collaborated on an animated music video, executing concept art, cinematography, and animation
• Organized additional meetings with staff to ensure clear role guidelines
• Organized workgroups to ensure timely output
