Laura Manns is an Emmy winning puppet and prop builder based in New York City.  She had an international upbringing living in Europe, South America, and Asia, before settling in the US where she received a BFA in Illustration from the Rhode Island School of Design.

Laura currently works as a senior builder at the Jim Henson Company, where she has contributed to 11 seasons of Sesame Street and, most recently, Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock. She is also a lead builder and wrangler for Nickelodeon’s Pineapple Playhouse, a series of puppet shorts featuring Spongebob Squarepants and friends. Additionally, she has worked on films, television shows, stage productions, commercials, and music videos for clients such as Cartoon Network, Duolingo, and Walt Disney World.

With an eye for both 2D and 3D design, she is a versatile artist who is able to work in all stages of the creative process. From drafting concept art to applying the finishing touches, Laura fulfills her client's vision with attention to detail and craftsmanship.