Tom Sheppard is a highly acclaimed and accomplished individual, boasting an impressive array of talents and accolades. As a Director, Writer, Producer, and Actor, he has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry, with a remarkable five Emmy Award wins to his name.
Following his graduation from the prestigious University of Southern California's School of Cinema, Sheppard began his career by serving as an assistant to the renowned filmmaker, Mike Nichols. This valuable experience laid the foundation for his subsequent success, as he was subsequently hired as a writer at Warner Bros. to work on the acclaimed series, Steven Spielberg Presents Pinky and the Brain.
Sheppard's professional trajectory continued to unfold with the direction of the indie feature, Would I Lie to You, and the co-creation of The High Fructose Adventures of Annoying Orange for Cartoon Network. This groundbreaking series, which he also directed, holds the distinction of being the first-ever successful YouTube-to-cable crossover, a testament to Sheppard's innovative approach and creative vision.
In collaboration with Seth Green, Sheppard worked on George Lucas' Star Wars: Detours, before being hired as the director for the popular stop-motion animated series, Robot Chicken. His impressive tenure with the show spanned multiple seasons, including seasons 8, 9, 10, and 11, as well as numerous specials and commercials. Throughout his extensive career, Sheppard has amassed an impressive array of writing credits, in addition to directing over 100 episodes of television, showcasing his versatility and expertise in both stop-motion and live-action/animated hybrid formats.
