Gayle Thomas was born in Montreal where she attended the École des Beaux Arts and subsequently Concordia University from which she received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.

For over twenty years, Gayle has worked as an animation filmmaker at the National Film Board of Canada as well as in the private sector. During this time, Gayle won many international awards for her films that cover a wide range of subjects and techniques. At the moment, she is living in Ottawa and freelancing as an animation filmmaker and graphic artist. The School is happy to welcome Gayle as an instructor to the Animation Certificate Program.