Rod Scribner

Rod Scribner, or Roderick Henry Scribner, is an animator from America. He was born on October 10, 1910, in Joseph, Oregon, US. He is a renowned animator who made remarkable contributions to the iconic Looney Tunes During the golden age of American animation, one o >> Read More... and Merrie Melodies Merrie Melodies is also known as the Looney Tunes >> Read More... series of cartoons produced by Warner Bros. He was a part of cartoons during the Golden Age of American animation. His talent and artistic skills played a vital role in shaping the characters and captivating narratives that have delighted audiences for generations. His passion for drawing developed early in his life and continued to grow during his high school years.

While attending Denison University, he pursued his interests in drawing alongside his studies. Rob decided to focus on his artistic pursuits and enrolled in art schools in Toledo, Ohio, and the Chouinard Art Institute. These institutions honed his skills and expanded his knowledge, preparing him for a career in animation. In 1935, he embarked on his animation journey as an assistant animator for Friz Freleng Isadore "Friz" Freleng (21st August 1905- 26th May >> Read More... at Warner Bros. This opportunity allowed him to work with experienced animators. He later became a full-fledged animator, collaborating with talented individuals such as Ben Hardaway, Cal Dalton, and Chuck Jones.

After the dissolution of Hardaway and Dalton's unit in 1939, Rob joined Tex Avery's unit at Warner Bros. Warner Bros laid off him in 1953.However, his talent and reputation led him to find work with other animation studios, including UPA, Jay Ward, and Storyboard Inc. His expertise and distinctive style continued to shine in various projects, showcasing his versatility. Rob teamed up with his former colleague Bill Melendez He was a Mexican-American character animator, voic >> Read More... and worked on several Charlie Brown movies and television specials.

Extraordinary projects from this collaboration include Snoopy Come Home, There's No Time for Love, Charlie Brown, and It's the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown. He established Playhouse Pictures studio, which produced commercials for over 45 years, further cementing his influence in the animation industry. His work on the Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies series has enriched the lives of numerous viewers.