Howy Parkins

Howard Jerome "Howy" Parkins (born November 1, 1965) is an American animator and director. He is known for directing the animated television series The Lion Guard, Jake and the Never Land Pirates, and Lloyd in Space.

Parkins started his career as a layout artist in some of his works, including The Care Bears Movie, Punky Brewster, and Star Wars: Ewoks.

In 1996, Parkins directed the television series Hey Arnold! for Nickelodeon Animation Studio. In 2006, he worked as a director for Disney's The Emperor's New School and Mickey Mouse Clubhouse.