Liz Climo
LOS ANGELES
Summary
Over 10 years experience as a published author, with almost 20 years experience in animation. Well-versed in creating original content with a unique voice and broad audience appeal.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Author & Illustrator
Self
01.2013 - Current
- Published 18 books (currently under contract for 2 more)
- Collaborated with authors on their work in addition to writing and illustrating my own books.
- 4.5 million copies of my books in print worldwide
- Created merchandise of my own IP, including a successful desk calendar, stationary, plushies, and a greeting card line (over 5 million sold)
- Bestselling author in China
- Title "First Day Critter Jitters" included in Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Creative Consultant
Illumination
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Joke punch-up for various projects, including The Secret Life of Pets 2 and The Secret Life of Pets Ride at Universal Studios
Writer & Storyboard Artist for Harvey Beaks
Nickelodeon
03.2017 - 07.2017
- Co-wrote and storyboarded episode: Double Digits
Storyboard Revisionist & Character Layout
The Simpsons
07.2004 - 03.2017
- Interpreted stories into drawings that flowed according to director's vision.
- Utilized character knowledge to show diverse range of emotions for dramatic and comedic scenes.
- Drew characters according to established model.
- Applied knowledge of cinematography, staging and shot flow to put together easy-to-follow, relevant boards.
Storyboard Artist
Seth MacFarlane's Cavalcade Of Cartoon Comedy
09.2008 - 12.2008
- Storyboarded a sequence under a tight deadline and made acting choices that hit comedic beats
Education
San Jose State University
San Jose, CASkills
- Digital Illustration
- Visualization and Representation
- Visual Storytelling
- Cartooning
Timeline
Creative Consultant
Illumination
01.2018 - 01.2019
Writer & Storyboard Artist for Harvey Beaks
Nickelodeon
03.2017 - 07.2017
Author & Illustrator
Self
01.2013 - Current
Storyboard Artist
Seth MacFarlane's Cavalcade Of Cartoon Comedy
09.2008 - 12.2008
Storyboard Revisionist & Character Layout
The Simpsons
07.2004 - 03.2017
San Jose State University
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