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Mary Blee (She/Her)

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Mary Blee is currently the lead editor on the upcoming DreamWorks animated feature film “The Wild Robot Escapes” directed by Troy Quane with co-director Heidi Jo Gilbert, the follow up to her ACE and Annie Award-winning work on “The Wild Robot.” A DreamWorks Animation veteran of over 20 years, Blee has worked on multiple DreamWorks franchises including “How to Train Your Dragon”, “The Croods” and “The Boss Baby”. Her credits include seven DreamWorks films nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature Film.

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Annie Award Legends: Crafting Excellence Then and Now

ASIFA-Hollywood | Aubry Mintz | Erik Wiese | Mary Blee | Sebastien Dussault

What does it take to create award-winning animation—and where can that career lead?

This panel features past Annie Award winners in craft categories such as character animation and storyboarding, exploring the work that earned them recognition and the career paths they’ve taken since. From breakthrough moments to industry shifts, you’ll gain insight into how top artists continue to grow and adapt.

Designed for LightBox Expo artists and aspiring professionals, this session highlights the creative decisions, storytelling skills, and dedication behind award-winning work, while offering practical advice you can apply to your own creative journey.

Skill Level: General Audience

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