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Our Story

We are a collective of animation professionals who partner with clients to produce high-quality animation projects. We offer a flexible and scalable team structure, providing a cost-effective solution for projects of varying sizes.

Our flexible structure allows us to scale our team and resources to match your budget and timeline, ensuring cost-effectiveness without compromising on quality. We offer a unique solution for projects that fall below the radar of larger studios, providing you with access to top-tier talent and expertise at a competitive price point.With a vast network of skilled freelancers – artists, editors, and tech specialists – we assemble the perfect team for every project. Whether you require a single animation or a series of shorts, Stable1 is your reliable partner for bringing your ideas to the screen.

Our Team

Creative Principal and Founder

Michael Kenny

  • Seasoned animation professional with over 25 years of experience as Director, Supervising Director, Animation Director, Storyboard Artist, Writer, Designer, Animator, Producer and Technical Director.
  • Proven track record delivering high-quality animation projects for clients including LucasFilm, Netflix, Disney Jr., Warner Bros. Animation, Bento Box Entertainment, Disney, Space Race LLC, Universal Animation, VIZ Media and Chorion.
  • Emmy nominee in 2020 for Best Main Title Sequence for Disney’s The Rocketeer and in 2002 for Outstanding Animated Program for Nickelodeon’s As Told by Ginger.
Creative Principal

Erik Knutson

  • Experienced animation supervisor with 20+ years of experience directing and overseeing projects from concept to completion. Skilled in team development and collaboration.
  • Worked with Warner Bros. Animation, Cartoon Network and Disney TV Jr.
  • Supervised preschool series Little Ellen and Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Pups.
  • Adept at collaborating with executive producers and balancing creative vision with production deadlines.
  • Directed episodes for series such as Animaniacs and Wabbit/New Looney Tunes.
Creative Principal

Joseph Adams

  • 20+ years of experience as a Director, Story Artist, and Animator.
  • Successful leadership experience.
  • Expertise in wacky comedy, adult comedy, and action-adventure shows.
  • Proven team player and collaborator.
  • Recent work includes directing The Hospital (Titmouse), Bugs Bunny Builders (Warner Bros.), Chicago Party Aunt (Titmouse) and New Looney Tunes (Warner Bros.).
  • Storyboard Supervisor on The Midnight Gospel (Titmouse).
Creative Associate/Business Affairs

Chad Burke

a solutions-oriented leader with experience managing teams in high-pressure environments. He has a proven ability to create efficient workflows, manage complex logistics, and curate content. Burke effectively solves problems under pressure, maintains a positive team culture, and ensures client needs are met. He has held senior management positions at Scripps National News and The Weather Channel, and has written for the PBS series Space Racers.

Emmy-Winning Editor

Brian Dawley

Brings a wealth of experience, having honed his skills across a diverse range of film projects. From captivating audiences at car shows with dynamic promotional videos to contributing to beloved children’s series like “Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures” and “Puppy Dog Pals,” Brian’s expertise ensures seamless storytelling and impactful visuals. His recent rise to the top of TV animation, combined with his background in editing for various mediums, makes him an invaluable asset in crafting engaging and memorable visual experiences.

Creative Associate

Rob Fendler

An experienced FX artist, Animator and Animation Director with a strong background in 2D and 3D animation. He has worked on high-profile productions like Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures and Puppy Dog Pals, collaborating with overseas studios to ensure quality. Rob has done extensive work in educational/business instructive animation.  Rob’s expertise extends to storyboarding, animation supervision and direction, demonstrated through his work on projects for Disney, Warner Bros., AmazonCan and more.