A new team of super-interns have assembled in Boston this summer, and they’re here to bring their powers to FableVision Studios! Our crew of caped creatives hail from all over the Northeast, and they each bring a unique set of powers and abilities to the studio. United by a shared love of Incredibles 2, these fearless FableInterns are now ready to share their secret identities with the world. Read on to learn more about their origins and backstories — so long as you promise that this information won’t fall into the wrong hands!
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Antonia Januszewicz
Technical Intern
Hometown: Brighton, MA
Education: Winsor School ‘19
Favorite Subject: History
What’s your [hero’s] journey to FableVision story?
I was looking for an internship available for high school students, and Brian Grossman was looking for an intern. Our mutual friend put us in touch.
What superpowers do you hope to gain from your time at FableVision?
Experience! I also hope to understand the intricacies of web development known as Javascript frameworks and AMFPHP. Of course, that can only happen once I figure out how to read the files for the current website — fingers crossed!
How do you unwind after a day of heroic feats at the studio?
I read unofficial translations of Chinese light novels. I also watch Detective Conan and at some point hope to make it through all 906 episodes.
What character from The Incredibles are you and why?
Violet, because I’m shy and tend to stick to the back of the group
Favorite pasta: Angel hair
Dream theatrical role: King Azaz in The Phantom Tollbooth
Your super theme song: "Deszcz na betonie" by Taco Hemingway
Ideal Superpower: Probability manipulation. I need something to fix my horrible luck.
Television character you identify with: Kaito Kuroba from Detective Conan or Magic Kaito.
Your kryptonite: Really good books. If I get into one, I’m not coming out ‘til I finish it.
Avital Dayanim
Marketing Intern
Hometown: Newton, MA
Education: Wesleyan University ‘20
Major: English & Psychology
Portfolio: https://www.instagram.com/azydart/
What’s your [hero’s] journey to FableVision story?
I am always looking for opportunities to merge my love of art, writing, and psychology, and a FableVision internship provided the perfect intersection. I was raised on PBS Kids and Fantasia 2000, and I’m constantly reminded of the power of stories — those which are presented to us, and those we construct ourselves. Companies like FableVision have the remarkable capacity to present stories to young audiences who, in turn, look to these stories in formulating their understanding of the world and how to interact with it, and I was so excited to play a part in that process.
What superpowers do you hope to gain from your time at FableVision?
I’m looking forward to learning the ins and outs of marketing, and to experiment with writing outside of an academic context; social media requires an entirely new level of concision and attention to audience. I’m also excited to learn more about the world of animation and improve my time management skills.
How do you unwind after a day of heroic feats at the studio?
I write poetry and do a lot of journaling/illustration. Sometimes I sing jazz standards with my dad and his band at obscure Bar Mitzvahs. Then we binge-watch Westworld.
What character from The Incredibles are you and why?
Probably Kari the babysitter because I’m perpetually overwhelmed.
Favorite pasta: Bowtie
Dream theatrical role: Eponine in Les Misérables
Your super theme song: "Bravado" by Lorde
Ideal superpower: Ability to conjure dark chocolate in any setting
Television character you identify with: Elaine Benes from Seinfeld
Your kryptonite: Quality ink pens
Derek Gieraltowski
Art Intern
Hometown: Prospect, PA
Education: Rochester Institute of Technology ‘19
Major: Animation
Portfolio: bit.ly/DerekGieraltowski
What’s your [hero’s] journey to FableVision story?
My friend Alyssa heard about the internship, and she encouraged me to apply! I applied last year and had an interview, but unfortunately didn’t get the position. I’m here now, though — never give up!
What superpowers do you hope to gain from your time at FableVision?
I’m excited to work on a variety of different animated projects. One of the coolest things to me is that FableVision works on games and films, and I’m excited to explore aspects of both!
How do you unwind after a day of heroic feats at the studio?
I like to write songs, and I’m a mediocre (but competitive) Super Smash Bros. player. I’m also the music director of RIT’s all-male collegiate a cappella group, Eight Beat Measure. It requires a lot of time and effort, but it’s the most fun in the world!
What character from The Incredibles are you and why?
Jack-Jack, because I’m indecisive.
Favorite pasta: Fettuccine
Dream theatrical role: SpongeBob in SpongeBob the Musical or Evan Hansen in Dear Evan Hansen
Your super theme song: "Shabadoobie" by Taku Inoue
Ideal superpower: Bringing inanimate objects to life, so I’ll never be lonely (my answer changes depending on when you ask).
Television character you identify with: Finn the Human from Adventure Time
Your kryptonite: Takeout
Josh Artman
Marketing Intern
Hometown: Metuchen, NJ
Education: Boston College ‘19
Major: Communication
Portfolio: joshartman.net
What’s your [hero’s] journey to FableVision story?
I first came across FableVision when I was researching media companies in Boston last year. As someone who grew up playing educational computer games (including the original Zoombinis!), I knew I had to apply for an internship. So I started reading the FableVision blog, followed (stalked?) the company on social media, and interviewed with Sarah Ditkoff and Mitul Daiyan in April. How’s that for a Logical Journey?
What superpowers do you hope to gain from your time at FableVision?
I’m really excited to be working in a media production studio. There’s so much creative energy here, and everyone is super talented and funny! I’m hoping it’ll all rub off on me and that I’ll gain some project management experience too.
How do you unwind after a day of heroic feats at the studio?
This summer I’m helping a friend record a podcast series, DJing at my campus radio station, and making comedy videos for the satire paper at BC. When not creating content, I like to watch movies and go on runs!
What character from The Incredibles are you and why?
Frozone, because I too do not know where my super suit is.
Favorite pasta: Tagliatelle
Dream theatrical role: The Black Knight in Spamalot
Your super theme song: "Funkytown" by Lipps Inc.
Ideal superpower: Super whistling! I can sort of whistle now but I’d love to really control soundwaves. Have no fear, Boston — the Whistler is here!
Television character that you identify with: Philip J. Fry from Futurama
Your kryptonite: Charley horses
Sam Xu
Art Intern
Hometown: Belmont, MA
Education: Maryland Institute College of Art ‘19
Major: Illustration
Portfolio: samxuart.com
What’s your [hero’s] journey to FableVision story?
I’ve done a few simple animated illustrations on my own and I was super excited to learn more as an animation studio intern. My school’s career center put me in touch with Bob Flynn, Hannah O’Neal, and Keith Zoo here at FableVision, and I was able to visit the studio when I went home to Boston for winter break! As soon as I set foot in the studio, I absolutely fell in love with the environment and community here.
What superpowers do you hope to gain from your time at FableVision?
On top of learning the ropes of animating and designing for animation, I’m definitely looking forward to working with a team and seeing a collaborative project through from start to finish, gaining communication skills, and learning to work efficiently within professional timeframes!
Sam's Junior Thesis Project
How do you unwind after a day of heroic feats at the studio?
When I’m not saving lives in the studio, I love to watch movies with friends, make incredibly specific Spotify playlists, and I still draw for fun! I also bike and walk my cat in the backyard when the weather is nice.
What character from The Incredibles are you and why?
Voyd, because I also trip over myself when I talk to women.
Favorite pasta: Rotini
Dream theatrical role: Gabriella Montez in High School Musical 2
Your super theme song: "The Boys are Back" by the High School Musical 3 cast
Ideal superpower: Teleportation... I’d never be late.
Television character you identify with: Ned from Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide
Your kryptonite: Forgetting my water bottle
