Claire Grimond

Léo Verrier is a director of animated films and a comic book author. His first short film, Dripped, won over 35 awards at festivals (including being a finalist at the Oscars in 2013 and the Tokyo Anime Awards). He went on to direct The Seven Red Hoods and Decibels, co-produced by Arte and Canal+. He also works on series and film projects in New Zealand, France, and Japan. His inspirations range from Hayao Miyazaki to Italo Calvino, with influences from David Lynch and Nicolas de Crécy. Léo Verrier enjoys bringing to life characters with mysterious motives in worlds where the fantastic is always just around the corner. He lives in Paris, France.

Claire Grimond graduated from ENSAD (specializing in illustration) in 2005 and initially pursued a career in the visual arts. In 2007, she was awarded the prestigious Georges Coulon Prize for her sculptures. Alongside her work as a sculptor, she has continued to develop her skills in screenwriting, particularly for animated media. Specializing in transmedia development for animation, she notably designed and scripted the interactive visitor tours for the Lascaux IV site. She lives in Paris, France.

Rebecca Potters is a writer and editor from Glen Ridge, New Jersey and currently resides in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Rebecca earned her degree in English, communications, and film theory from McGill University. She has a background in the health and wellness space, and has penned four children's books.