Kyle Cassidy

As a director, Kyle Cassidy has been able to pull from his years of experience supervising teams of talented artists for visual FX and CG animation on some of the most highly recognized and awarded commercials and short films in the industry. Throughout his career, Kyle has been exposed to a wide variety of free thinking that spans many brands and personalities. Having spent a large amount of his career at Psyop, Kyle has absorbed and learned from some of the best creative talent the industry has to offer. His work includes major brands and campaigns such as Supercell's Clash of Clans, Brawl Stars and Squad Busters as well as Coca-Cola, Cricket Wireless, Google, Aldi UK and many more. Some of his biggest achievements have included the accolades Grand Effie Award, Emmy Award for Outstanding Commercial, Clio Gold Interactive Award and Annie Award Best Animated Commercial.

Doug Sweetland

Doug Sweetland is a celebrated director and animator known for his groundbreaking contributions to the animation industry. He launched his career at just 19 as an animator on Toy Story, becoming a key creative force behind numerous beloved Pixar films, including Monsters, Inc., Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, and Cars.

His directorial debut, Pixar’s Presto, earned both an Annie and Oscar nomination, further cementing his reputation as a visionary in animation.A two-time Annie Award winner, Doug has expanded his expertise into storyboarding, consulting, writing, and directing across film, VR, and AR. His innovative work with Google’s Spotlight Stories even earned him a patent for pioneering advancements in virtual storytelling.

Now part of Psyop’s esteemed animation roster, Doug continues to push creative boundaries, blending technology and storytelling to craft emotionally resonant narratives. His recent projects, including cinematic trailers for Dream Games’ Royal Kingdom and the Disney Pixar / Supercell collaboration ‘To Brawl and Beyond’, have amassed millions of views, showcasing his ability to captivate audiences across platforms. With a relentless passion for storytelling, Doug remains at the forefront of the ever-evolving animation landscape.

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