Herb.
Herb Scannell resigned from Nickelodeon today.
Herb has been one of the most important and unsung heros to today’s animation industry. His passionate vision moved us from the nadir of the 80s to the creator driven, unique films our industry enjoys today. He championed John K, Gabor Csupo, and Jim Jinkins at the beginning of Nickelodeon’s run of original animation. He built the largest animation studio dedicated to television since the heyday of Hanna-Barbera. He fostered the creative envirnoment that brought us Spongebob.
Herb Scannell made Frederator possible. No… Herb Scannell invented Frederator. When the rest of the world saw us as nothing special, Herb encouraged our unique approach against all naysayers.
I wasn’t sure whether to label this post “My friend, Herb Scannell” or “My Leader, Herb Scannell,” because he certainly has been both. But, I’d have to favor ‘friend’; for the last 40+ years he’s always been there for his great family and everyone he knows as a great and loyal person.
Herb Scannell is a man of unwavering passion, stunning vision, and most of all, a leader with a heart. The world is lucky to get him back.
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On January 5th, 2006 at 12:00 am
Ah! so Nickelodeon IS hiring! I should apply for that position!!! j/k
-Jeaux Janovsky
http://www.allofmyheroes.blogspot.com
On January 15th, 2006 at 12:00 am
Hi Fred!
I had the extreme privilege of meeting Herb Scannell a few times during my career here at Nickelodeon. He is truly a very grounded and genuin person who knows and understands the creative process quite well. Yes I agree with you that his creative vision is great.
I haven’t known him as well as you Fred, but have gained mutual respect for him during my past five years.
He’s also been the driving force behind Dora the Explorer and Go Diego Go! Both of which are the number one and two shows in the children’s market today.
Dora and SpongeBob, have become animation phenomenons. Household words with Herb Scannell behind them, and behind our talented crews.
I’m so glad Herb gave you the support you needed Fred, thus making Frederator possible; and making it possible for me to be making cartoon shorts with you today! Your friendship with Herb is priceless.
Thank you for sharing your friendship with Herb, with us.
I too wish Herb all the best!