Maggie Kang Biography: Movies, Siblings, Height, Parents, Age, Net Worth, Animation, Husband, Books

Maggie Kang is a Korean-Canadian director and animator recognized in Hollywood for her engaging storytelling and commitment to her Korean heritage.

Born in Seoul and raised in Toronto, she discovered her passion for animation early on; after studying animation, she began a stellar career at studios such as DreamWorks, Warner Animation, and Sony Pictures Animation.

Her most notable work is co-directing KPop Demon Hunters (2025), which blends K-pop, Korean mythology, and action-driven animation, garnering global recognition.

Profile

• Full Name: Min-ji Kang
• Stage Name: Maggie Kang
• Born: 1980s
• Age: 40s
• Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea
• Nationality: Canadian (Korean descent)
• Occupation: Film Director, Storyboard Artist, Animator, Writer
• Height: Unknown
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Radford Sechrist
• Children: Unknown
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1,000,000 to $3,000,000

Early Life

Maggie Kang was born in the 1980s in Seoul, South Korea, and moved to Toronto, Canada, at age five with her family due to her father’s work. Her ethnicity is Korean, and she grew up maintaining a strong connection to her heritage, visiting Korea every summer and listening to K-pop groups such as H.O.T. and Seo Taiji and Boys.

Her experiences as an immigrant informed her creative outlook, combining Korean and Western influences. While information about her parents and siblings is not publicly available, her upbringing in Canada laid the foundation for her artistic pursuits.

Education

Maggie Kang studied Classical Animation at Sheridan College in Ontario, Canada, one of the world’s top animation programs. In her third year, she was recruited by DreamWorks Animation through the school’s industry day, marking the start of her professional career.

Career

Maggie Kang started as a story artist at DreamWorks Animation soon after graduating in the early 2000s, working on films released between 2006 and 2016 such as Puss in Boots (2011), Rise of the Guardians (2012), Kung Fu Panda 3 (2016), Trolls (2016), Shrek Forever After (2010), Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (2008), and Over the Hedge (2006). She spent over seven years at DreamWorks before moving to Blue Sky Studios in New York for a year as a story artist.

In 2016–2017, she joined Warner Animation Group as Head of Story for The LEGO Ninjago Movie (2017), leading the storyboarding team and supporting narrative consistency. Around this period, she also contributed storyboards to Minions: The Rise of Gru (2022) at Illumination Entertainment. In the early 2020s, her most notable achievement came as co-director and writer of KPop Demon Hunters, a Netflix animated film released by Sony Pictures Animation in June 2025.

Conceived by Maggie, the film blends K-pop, Korean mythology, and demonology, featuring voices by Arden Cho, Ahn Hyo-seop, and Lee Byung-hun. Released on June 20, 2025, it topped Netflix charts in 41 countries and earned a 96% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Maggie’s hands-on role shaped the film’s vibrant visuals and culturally authentic storytelling, earning praise as a “love letter to K-pop” and her Korean roots.

Social Media

Maggie Kang does not have a social media account.  

Personal Life

Maggie Kang is married to Radford Sechrist, a fellow animator known for his work on Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts. Details about her children, height, or religion are not publicly available, as she keeps her personal life private. Based in Los Angeles for her work at Sony Pictures Animation, Maggie maintains a strong connection to her Korean heritage, incorporating elements such as Korean folk paintings and shamanism into KPop Demon Hunters.

Net Worth

Maggie Kang’s estimated net worth is between $1,000,000 and $3,000,000, based on her extensive career at major studios like DreamWorks, Warner Animation, and Sony Pictures Animation, as well as her directorial role in KPop Demon Hunters.

Her income stems from storyboarding, directing, writing, and mentoring, though exact figures are not publicly confirmed. Her success on high-profile projects and her industry leadership contribute to her financial standing.

Filmography:

Over the Hedge (2006) – Story Artist

Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (2008) – Story Artist

Shrek Forever After (2010) – Story Artist

Puss in Boots (2011) – Story Artist

Rise of the Guardians (2012) – Story Artist

Kung Fu Panda 3 (2016) – Story Artist

Trolls (2016) – Story Artist

The LEGO Ninjago Movie (2017) – Head of Story

The Croods: A New Age (2020) – Additional Storyboard Artist

Minions: The Rise of Gru (2022) – Story Artist

KPop Demon Hunters (2025) – Co-Director, Co-Writer, Voice of Flight Attendant Demon, Crying Demon, Newscaster