Elizabeth Hinson

Elizabeth Hinson is a Professor of Dramatic Writing at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) since Fall 2023. Previously, she held roles as a Professor at Middle Tennessee State University (2018–2023), College Counselor at High Tech Los Angeles (2016–2023), and a prolific staff writer and animator across major studios like Walt Disney Animation, Warner Bros., and PBS. Her career spans over three decades in entertainment, blending academic and industry expertise.

Education:

• M.F.A., Cinema-Television, University of Southern California
• B.A., American Musical Theatre, Dartmouth College

Research & Creative Work: Specializes in dramatic writing for television, animation, and children’s entertainment. Notable projects include screenwriting for Voltron: The Third Dimension, Clifford the Big Red Dog, Disney’s TaleSpin, and musical adaptations like The Secret Garden. She has contributed to both live-action and animated series, emphasizing creativity and storytelling.

Awards:

• Two Emmy Awards for Sound Editing
• Humanitas Award Finalist (1995)
• Chicago International Film Festival Silver Plaque
• New York Festival Certificate of Distinction (2004)

Additional Contributions: Advised and mentored through academic roles, though no formal student names are listed. Active in industry collaborations, including Amnesty International animation projects and PBS children’s programming.