Animated Storyboards Team Members

As the COO, Arik oversees all aspects of production for all ASB offices. Arik has been in animation since 1997, and transitioned into the animatic industry in 2003 working at ASB as an animator. Arik put his teaching skills to work, and started training new animators joining the team. He helped recruit some of the most talented animators and animation directors globally. Arik’s philosophy that each individual is an equal part of the sum is what has helped build the strong company culture. On the weekends, you might find him playing with his three boys at home or coaching his kids soccer league.

Joe joined ASB in November 2010 as CFO. Prior to ASB, Joe worked in Finance at Ernst & Young, along with managerial roles at United Technology and Reader’s Digest. Though Joe’s main responsibilities include the financial side of ASB, he strives to have an understanding and involvement in all aspects of the company, including marketing, production and new technologies. Joe certainly works hard, but when he’s not in the office, he can be found in his home workshop getting his hands dirty, or playing video games with his kids.

Mallory joined ASB in 2008, initially as a producer in the NY office. After one year, Mallory transitioned into building and overseeing the development of the new London office. Her responsibilities grew rapidly to include office management, business development and production. Four years later, Mallory is the Managing Director of London, and oversees production for the all of Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Prior to ASB, Mallory worked at Leo Burnett Chicago in Account Management, and Clear Channel Radio. On the weekends, you might find Mallory enjoying travel, performing improv comedy, or enjoying the local art museums.

Ezra is the founder and CEO of Animated Storyboards, with over twenty years in the production industry as a commercial director. He has directed hundreds of spots for test and broadcast around the globe, giving him a knowledge of the field that is nearly encyclopedic. Never one to rest on his laurels, Ezra has kept ASB ahead of animation trends, maintaining its position as a leader in the industry. He also oversees each spot that ASB works on, bringing the full weight of his two decades of experience and expertise to bear on every one of them.