Meet Adam

With over a decade and a half of experience spanning pre-production, rigging, character animation, and pipeline management, I have dedicated my career to bridging the gap between creative vision and technical execution.

Whether I am leading an animation department, troubleshooting complex studio pipelines, or training the next generation of animators, my goal remains the same: producing high-quality, engaging animation.

In 2017, I became the U.K.’s first certified Toon Boom Harmony expert. Recognizing a critical skills gap in the industry, I launched Adam’s Animation Academy. Today, I provide bespoke training, technical setups, and production planning for studios and independent creators.

Through the Academy, I have proudly contributed to projects for major networks and platforms, including Netflix, Apple TV, BBC, and Milkshake. My hands-on consulting helps studios with everything from technical advice, in-person classes and troubleshooting (such as on JoJo and Gran Gran) to full onboarding training frameworks (My Brother the Minotaur).

Production Leadership & Pipeline Expertise

Beyond the Academy, I sometimes step into leadership roles for productions that require a steady hand and a deep technical understanding of the animation process. My studio leadership experience includes:

• Technical Director & Lead Rigger at Mackinnon and Saunders: Oversaw the development of a complete Toon Boom Harmony studio pipeline to create the BBC's Stan Can. I developed the full blueprint from script to edit, managing hybrid studio workflows, custom render solutions, right through scene build and fixes.

• Animation Supervisor at Pipangai Studio: Managed the daily operations of the animation team for the TV series Squish on Réunion Island. I handled episodic briefings, on-the-fly rigging adjustments, and cross-departmental liaison to ensure high-quality, on-time delivery.

• Lead Animator & Rigger at CHF Entertainment: Formed the core team for a new studio, leading animators on the original pre-school property Pip Ahoy! and contributing early on to Daisy & Ollie.

World-Class Animation Experience

At my core, I am a character animator who loves creating fun, engaging performances. Over the years, I have brought characters to life across a wide variety of styles and formats:

• Television Series: Created high-end TV animation for Nick Jr's flagship series Nella the Princess Knight at Brown Bag Films, animated the Nick Jr. series Tot Cop with Mooshku, and produced quirky, brand-specific animation for Adult Swim's Hot Streets.

• Feature Films: Worked as a clean-up artist and animator on the traditionally drawn, high-end 2D feature Titeuf Le Film with Pathe Films.

• Commercial & Freelance Directing: Directed and animated engaging content for major brands, including Twitter/X, E.on Energy, Kantar Media Group, Holiday Extras, and interactive iPad games for Disney’s Curious George.

A Passion for Education & Industry Advocacy

I believe in giving back to the animation community which is easy because I also love teaching! I have served as an Associate or Guest Lecturer for institutions including Manchester Metropolitan University, University of the Arts London, Edge Hill University, University of West England, Southampton Solent University and the University of Canterbury, New Zealand. I also completed an Artist in Residence program at Royal Melbourne University, teaching masterclasses on the filmmaking process.

Beyond the classroom, I have served as an animation expert on Channel 5’s The Gadget Show, performing live animation demonstrations on national television. I also spent years as a freelance writer for Imagine animation magazine, covering major festivals like Annecy and interviewing industry legends like Matt Groening (The Simpsons), Henry Selick (Nightmare Before Christmas), and Don Hahn (Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King).