Imke Fehrmann Joins Germany’s Akkord Film As Executive Producer
The veteran animation and vfx producer will guide strategy at the production company, which specializes in family animation.
Studios
Skydance Animation’s ‘Luck’ Loses Director Alessandro Carloni Over ‘Creative Differences’
Peggy Holmes will now direct the first film from John Lasseter’s animation studio.
Halifax, Small Yet Growing, Is A Hidden Gem Of The Canadian Animation Industry
How can Halifax compete with the likes of Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal? Key players in the city give their views.
Kyoto Animation, Five Months After The Arson Attack
What was behind the the attack — and what has happened since? An in-depth look at some of those who were most affected.
The NFB Interview, Part One: How To Make A Short Film With The Organization
As the National Film Board of Canada moves to a new headquarter, its senior animation producers tell us what kinds of filmmakers they’re looking for.
Sony Pictures Television Expands Into Kids’ Series With $195 Million Silvergate Acquisition
Silvergate’s shows include “Hilda,” “Peter Rabbit,” and “Octonauts.”
Flying Bark Productions Is Opening An L.A. Studio In 2020
Veteran Nickelodeon artist Ian Graham will lead the new LA operation.
Aardman To Make Holiday Special ‘Robin Robin,’ Its First Project For Netflix
The stop-motion musical is being directed by Aardman first-timers Daniel Ojari and Mikey Please.
Universal Launches Animation Writers Program, Targets Stories That Reflect ‘Diversity Of Its Audiences’
The one-year paid program is pitched as the first program to cover animation writing for both films and tv.
Ubisoft Releases New ‘Rabbids’ Shorts As It Expands Its Animation Slate (Exclusive)
An exclusive look at Ubisoft’s new animation program.
These Animator Reels From Netflix’s ‘Green Eggs and Ham’ Are Incredible
The animation on this series is a real highlight. Too bad they didn’t credit most of the animators.
U.K. Animation Studio Locksmith Signs Multi-Film Deal With Warner Bros.
Locksmith aims to rival U.S. animation studios with high-end cg family features.
Google Has Launched Its First Original Games Studio In Montreal
Assassin’s Creed co-creator Jade Raymond is heading up the studio.
Mythos Studios Announces Details About Bieber Musical ‘Cupid,’ Two More Animated Features
The animation company aims to launch two cinematic universes, based on Roman/Greek myths and the comics of Michael Turner.
Kristine Belson Renews Deal As President Of Sony Pictures Animation, Expands Role To Series
After nearly five years at Sony Pictures Animation, Belson is expanding her role at the studio.
Cinesite Will Complete Production On ‘Mila,’ A Short Film Made By Volunteers In 35 Countries
The short cg film, which centers on a young girl in wartime Italy, has been in the works for eight years. Over 350 volunteer artists have participated.
Canada’s Jam Filled Entertainment Is Opening A New Studio In Halifax
The 10,000-square-foot studio will bring dozens of new animation jobs to Halifax.
Sean Clarke Appointed Managing Director At Aardman Animations
Aardman co-founder David Sproxton is stepping down after 43 as head of studio.
Paramount Animation Introduces Star Skipper Mascot, Partnership With WWE Studios For Upcoming ‘Rumble’
Paramount’s aim is to start releasing two animated features per year.
Kuku Studios, Founded By Pixar Alumni, Signs Exclusive Overall Agreement With Netflix
The studio’s first project will be the preschool series “Go! Go! Cory Carson.”
