Sara Newman

Sara Newman is a seasoned professional in animation with extensive experience spanning several decades. Currently a Senior Animator and Animation Supervisor at NELVANA since 2000, recent projects include serving as Animation Lead on "Mike the Knight" and holding supervisory roles on "Handy Manny," "The Backyardigans," and various other productions. Sara has also worked at Corus Entertainment and previously contributed as a Character Animator at Monster By Mistake Inc and Spin Productions. The artistic journey began in mixed media and installation work, showcased in both Canada and the United States, along with a background in directing and mentoring through the Women And Video Explorations collective. Educational credentials include a BFA in Intermedia from Nova Scotia College of Art and Design and a diploma in Computer Animation from Centennial College.