Shin'ichi Masaki
Died: 2018-05-01
Known For: Directing
Biography
Shiniichi Masaki (政木 伸一) was a Japanese animation director and storyboard artist who passed away in May 2018. He began his career at Kaname Production, transitioning from production assistant to director. At a young age, he directed "The Humanoid", a science fiction film that marked his directorial debut. Later, he worked as a freelancer, mainly collaborating with studios like Studio Gazelle. Over more than three decades, Masaki contributed to a wide range of anime series across TV, film, and OVA formats. His notable works include "Fist of the North Star", "Saint Seiya", "Cardcaptor Sakura", "Initial D: Second Stage", and "Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion". He also directed episodes of "Yu-Gi-Oh!", "Persona4 the ANIMATION", "Danganronpa", and "Girls und Panzer".
Filmography
2017
- Sakura Quest ... (Director)
- Tsukigakirei ... (Storyboard Artist)
2015
- Absolute Duo ... (Director)
- Yatterman Night ... (Director)
- Classroom Crisis ... (Director)
2014
- Baby Steps ... (Director)
2011
- [C] The Money of Soul and Possibility Control ... (Director)
2009
- Animal Detectives Kiruminzoo ... (Director)
2008
- Macross Frontier ... (Director)
2005
- Onegai My Melody ... (Director)
2002
- Ultra Maniac OVA ... (Director)
2001
- Hikaru no Go ... (Storyboard Artist)
2000
- Fighting Spirit ... (Director)
- Koihime ... (Director)
1998
- Initial D ... (Series Director)
- Master Keaton ... (Director)
- DNA Sights 999.9 ... (Assistant Director)
- Gosenzo San'e ... (Director)
1995
- Azuki-chan ... (Storyboard Artist)
1993
- The Legacy of Al Caral ... (Director)
1986
- The Humanoid ... (Director)