Animation
CJ Sarachene
Director/Supervisor/Animator
CJ shines in her ability to inspire and lead teams to do their best work...
a consummate leader
~ Steven Schweickart - SVP Physical Production, Sony Pictures Animation
...tremendously organized and resourceful.
~ Ruth Daly - Director of Visual and Technical Effects, Chapman University
CJ's skill and positive outlook truly make her an example of a great leader.
~ Zare Oganesyan - Production Supervisor Netflix Animation
I would work with her again in a heartbeat.
~ Kevin Lan - Award winning Animation Supervisor, Weta FX
...a problem solver who keeps her cool even when situations hit the fan.
~Matt Logue - Animator at Valve Corporation
CJ is a great artist with solid technical skills... a born mentor and leader who runs happy motivated teams.
~ Erik-Jan DeBoer - Academy Award winning VFX Supervisor
...a natural leader with solid knowledge of animation and a talent for bringing the best out of her team... a temendous asset to any animation team.
~Ernie Gilbert - Emmy and Annie Award-winning Creative Producer, Art Director, Designer,
...the standard for what a professional animator should be - fortunate to have worked with and learned from her.
~ Ray Arnett - -Principal Animator at Methodical Games
Skilled, focused, organized, and steadfast in her love of all things Animation,
CJ Sarachene brings over 20 years of Animation Leadership experience and has successfully completed more than 50 projects in the Entertainment Industry.
With great attention to detail, CJ has brought many creatures and characters to life through the Animation process, across multiple projects and platforms, including
Feature Films, TV Series, Commercials, Immersive Entertainment, and Games.
ANIMATION REELS
DIRECTION
SUPERVISION
ANIMATION
Awarded
2025
About CJ
Had the esteemed honor of receiving this award for my work on Gabby's Dollhouse!
Welcome to my portfolio!
As an accomplished Supervisor and Animator, I’ve had the privilege of working on amazing animation projects alongside some of the most talented artists in the industry.
What drives me is the belief that there's always something new to learn, a better way to solve a problem, a technique yet to be explored, or a perspective that reframes everything.
My curiosity pushes me to stay at the forefront of emerging digital tools and to explore the boundaries of what animation can look and feel like, both aesthetically and narratively.
At the heart of it all, I'm a collaborator. I thrive in high-stakes creative environments where ideas are challenged, refined, and built upon together. Whether I'm supervising a team or diving into the work myself, I bring the same energy: thoughtful, enthusiastic, and always growing.
Feel free to explore my work and contact me with any questions or animation requests.
I thank you. ~ CJ
CJ SARACHENE
An eye for detail and refinement for Character and Creature Animation. Able to quickly pivot and adjust performance for various expectations. Professional and reliable. Experienced in Film, Games and TV Animation.
Experience creating curriculum, training artists, and streamlining projects for maximum success.
Available for consultation as well as project and character/creature based Animation training.
Experienced Animation Director in Feature Film CG & VFX Character Animation, TV Character Animation and Special Venue Projects.
Skilled at bridging the gaps between departments, keeping morale high, and fast-tracking projects to new levels of quality.
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