Carlos Semple Jr.

Afro-Latino 2D animator, storyboard artist, and illustrator of Guyanese, Cuban, Costa Rican, and Panamanian heritage. He blends comedy, action, and culture into vibrant, character-driven stories.

Carlos Semple Jr. is an Afro-Latino animator, storyboard artist, and illustrator of Guyanese, Cuban, Costa Rican, and Panamanian heritage. Born in Queens, New York and now based in Georgia, he channels the richness of his background into vibrant, character-driven work that fuses comedy, action, and cultural storytelling. His creative style reflects both the communities he grew up in and the influences of pop culture, anime, video games, and everyday humor. Over the years, Carlos has animated for commercials, short films, music videos, and independent projects, while also contributing storyboards, revisions, and character animation to international productions. His path has been shaped not only by technical growth but also by a commitment to telling stories that resonate with both individuals and communities. Comedy plays a central role in his work. For Carlos, humor is connection, a way to make people feel seen while opening the door to deeper meaning. He often blends lighthearted elements with action and intensity, creating stories that both entertain and surprise. In addition to commercial work, Carlos has explored educational and children’s projects, which he views as a way to inspire curiosity and creativity in younger audiences. He also reflects on challenges facing artists today, especially the role of AI in the creative landscape, while emphasizing that culture, humor, and lived experience remain irreplaceable. Looking ahead, Carlos sees himself entering his strongest era as an artist, continuing to grow his craft and build work that blends technical skill with cultural storytelling. For him, animation is not just about movement on screen but about giving life to ideas and experiences that resonate far beyond the frame.