Kevin Zaw
About Kevin Zaw
Kevin Zaw serves as the Animation Lead at Guru Studio in Toronto, Canada, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in animation, having held various roles at notable companies including Corus Entertainment and NELVANA.
Work at Guru Studio
Kevin Zaw has been serving as the Animation Lead at Guru Studio since 2020. In this role, he manages a team of animators, focusing on enhancing their skills through creative and technical problem-solving. He collaborates closely with the Director, Producer, and Supervisor to improve production quality from an animation perspective. Zaw also provides detailed feedback and draw-overs for animators to ensure high-quality animation delivery on a weekly basis. His contributions include leading the 2D animation efforts for the television production 'Pikwik'.
Previous Experience in Animation
Before his current position, Kevin Zaw worked at Corus Entertainment as a Senior Animator from 2016 to 2020. He also held a similar role at NELVANA during the same period. His earlier experience includes working as a Character Animator at Titmouse from 2014 to 2016 and at Atomic Cartoons for a brief period in 2014. Zaw began his career at Guru Studio as an Animator/Scene Planner in 2013, where he worked for four months.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Zaw studied at Sheridan College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Animation from 2009 to 2014. His educational background has equipped him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the animation industry. Zaw's expertise includes managing animation teams, enhancing production quality, and providing constructive feedback to ensure high standards in animation delivery.
Role as a Team Leader
In his capacity as Animation Lead, Kevin Zaw is responsible for managing a team of animators. He focuses on skill enhancement through creative and technical problem-solving. His leadership involves working closely with production staff to ensure that the animation meets the required quality standards. Zaw's role is pivotal in guiding the team to achieve the desired outcomes in animation projects.