Sam Chang
Driven by a passion for art and animation, Sam transitioned from engineering research to specialised studies in 3D modelling and animation. Through internships at several game studios, Sam gained valuable experience and transitioned into 2D animation, focusing on production for film and TV animation.
In recent years, Sam has expanded their expertise and maintains close ties to the industry, including that of Japanese anime. Alongside their professional work, Sam conducts research into technical animation and pipeline development, contributing to advancements in animation technology and workflows.
Bachelor of Animation in World Building and Visual Effects
Yoobee College of Creative Innovation 2020
Master of Engineering (Honours) in Bioengineering
University of Auckland 2018
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechatronics
University of Auckland 2016
Animator – Tawai Team
Animator – Unicorn Warriors Eternal (Cartoon Network, 2023)
Animator – Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur (Disney, 2023)
Research Outputs
Chang, S. (Rough Animator). (2023). Us & them (Season 1, Episode 3) [TV Series Episode]. In J. Palmer (Creator), Monkey Wrench. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eOg6HD0NXok
Chang, S. (Clean-up Artist). (2023). The Kaiju’s problem [Short film]. The Line Animation, 10KTF, Box of Toys Audio. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lsoWgul2x_8
Chang, S. (Key and Tiedown Animator). (2023). The end of the beginning (Season 1, Episode 10) [TV Series Episode]. In G. Tartakovsky (Executive Producer), Unicorn: Warriors Eternal. Adult Swim, Cartoon Network.
Chang, S. (Key and Tiedown Animator). (2023). A love’s last light (Season 1, Episode 9) [TV Series Episode]. In G. Tartakovsky (Executive Producer), Unicorn: Warriors Eternal. Adult Swim, Cartoon Network.
Chang, S. (Key and Tiedown Animator). (2023). Darkness before the dawn (Season 1, Episode 8) [TV Series Episode]. In G. Tartakovsky (Executive Producer), Unicorn: Warriors Eternal. Adult Swim, Cartoon Network.
Chang, S. (Key and Tiedown Animator). (2023). The heart of kings (Season 1, Episode 7) [TV Series Episode]. In G. Tartakovsky (Executive Producer), Unicorn: Warriors Eternal. Adult Swim, Cartoon Network.
Chang, S. (Key and Tiedown Animator). (2023). The mystery of secrets (Season 1, Episode 6) [TV Series Episode]. In G. Tartakovsky (Executive Producer), Unicorn: Warriors Eternal. Adult Swim, Cartoon Network.
Chang, S. (Key and Tiedown Animator). (2023). The past within (Season 1, Episode 5) [TV Series Episode]. In G. Tartakovsky (Executive Producer), Unicorn: Warriors Eternal. Adult Swim, Cartoon Network.
Chang, S. (Key and Tiedown Animator). (2023). What lies beneath (Season 1, Episode 4) [TV Series Episode]. In G. Tartakovsky (Executive Producer), Unicorn: Warriors Eternal. Adult Swim, Cartoon Network.
Chang, S. (Key and Tiedown Animator). (2023). A fateful encounter (Season 1, Episode 3) [TV Series Episode]. In G. Tartakovsky (Executive Producer), Unicorn: Warriors Eternal. Adult Swim, Cartoon Network.
Chang, S. (Rough Animator). (2023). OMG Issue #2 (Season 1, Episode 16) [TV Series Episode]. In J. M. Howard, K. Kondell, & S. Loter (Creators), Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur. Cinema Gypsy Productions, Disney Television Animation, Marvel Animation.
Chang, S. (Rough Animator). (2023). Coney Island, baby! (Season 1, Episode 14) [TV Series Episode]. In J. M. Howard, K. Kondell, & S. Loter (Creators), Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur. Cinema Gypsy Productions, Disney Television Animation, Marvel Animation.
Chang, S. (Rough Animator). (2023). Like mother, like moon girl (Season 1, Episode 11) [TV Series Episode]. In J. M. Howard, K. Kondell, & S. Loter (Creators), Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur. Cinema Gypsy Productions, Disney Television Animation, Marvel Animation.
