Art Direction • Storyboards • Production Pipelines • Concept Art
"Tony Santo is one of my favorite people to work with. He not only translates a shot list into a brilliant series of visuals, he is able to make the visual idea better than you could have ever imagined.
- Anthony K., History Channel
​Featured Work and Case Studies
During my tenure as Licensing Art Director at Warner Bros./Discovery,
I managed game content across
multiple platforms.
It was a dream to Art Direct such
a plethora of properties, including Looney Tunes, Adventure Time, Scooby Doo, Tom and Jerry, Ben 10, Rick and Morty, DC Comics, and others.
FractionalCreative Design and Direction
Get senior-level creative leadership without the full-time commitment.
I embed with your team to elevate visual quality, maintain IP integrity,
and guide your creative process from concept to final delivery.
Why Tony Santo Creative?
Creative Leadership That Moves Projects Forward
At Tony Santo Creative, I have earned the trust and confidence of key stakeholders, while offering high-level direction, hands-on problem-solving, and scalable creative solutions.
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10+ years in games, animation & IP
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Strong command of brand & licensing standards
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Experience with complex approval pipelines
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Studio-ready communication & delivery
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Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
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A reputation for delivering the “WOW factor”
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You don’t just get an artist —
you get a strategic creative partner.
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What Clients Say
"...Tony is a brilliant collaborator in all phases and realm of the visual communication spectrum and a very decent human being to boot! Peace.”
TONY KAYE, Detachment, American History X
"Tony is the go-to guy, time and time again. He's dependable, creative, and respectable."
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Paul Schmidt,
Wellness Writer
"Tony is an artist with an amazing attitude. I was always impressed by his willingness to receive and act on critical feedback. ...His patience and humor make him one of the great guys in the industry. "
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Mike Young, Art Director, EA Sports
Is Fractional Creative Right for You?
Ideal Clients
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Studios and production companies needing senior creative oversight without full-time hire
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Brands managing licensed IP who need expert visual stewardship
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Game developers requiring cinematic storyboards and concept development
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Teams looking to level up their creative process and internal capabilities.
Most fractional engagements start
at 3 months with a set weekly or
monthly time commitment.
Jump in, the water's warm.
1
Discovery
& Audit
I review your current creative process, team structure, and visual assets to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement.
2
Visual Strategy & Standards
I establish clear visual targets, style guides, reference boards, and quality benchmarks that teams and vendors can follow.
3
Ongoing Direction
& Approvals
Regular check-ins, creative reviews, and approvals with clear, actionable feedback.
4
Refinement & Mentorship
I mentor your team, refine workflows, and build internal capabilities so your creative excellence continues beyond our engagement.