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.
Studios
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.”
Kyoto Animation Arson Attack: Police Name The First Ten Victims (Updated)
The dead include famed director Yasuhiro Takemoto and renowned animator Yoshiji Kigami.
Fox Entertainment Acquires ‘Bob’s Burgers’ Studio Bento Box
Bento Box’s co-founders and senior leadership team will continue to lead the company.
Kyoto Animation Arson Attack: Death Toll Hits 34, Details Of Suspect And Victims Emerge
The fire that killed 34 animation workers is thought to be an arson attack. Japanese police have a suspect: a 41-year-old convicted criminal.
Horror At Kyoto Animation Studio: 33 Dead, Dozens Injured After Arson Attack
A horrific tragedy unfolded at a Japanese animation studio on Thursday.
DHX Media Bolsters Animation Slate With Two Executive Appointments
Stephanie Betts and Todd Brian will oversee the creation of original animated series for the Canadian content titan.
Rooster Teeth CEO Apologizes For Poor Work Conditions At Austin Animation Studio
The Austin, Texas animation studio is under fire for lying to employees, denying overtime pay, and overworking employees.
Studio Ponoc’s Yoshiaki Nishimura Speaks About New Olympic-Inspired Short And The Studio’s Goals & Growth – Annecy
In an exclusive English-language interview, Yoshiaki Nishimura speaks with Cartoon Brew’s about the growth of his company, Studio Ponoc.
What Do You Know About… Tumblehead?
The dynamic Danish studio, which is known for its fun and bouncy cg animation, will pitch its series “Rob ‘n’ Ron” at Annecy’s MIFA market.
Xilam Animation, Studio Behind ‘I Lost My Body,’ To Acquire French CG Studio Cube Creative
French producer Xilam, the studio behind “I Lost my Body” and “Oggy and the Cockroaches,” will boost its cg output with this acquisition.
Billionaire Scion David Steward Launches Lion Forge Animation Studio
When you think of animation production, St. Louis is not the first place that comes to mind, but that could soon change if David Steward has his way.
Mega-Deal: Phil Lord and Chris Miller Sign Nine-Figure Pact With Sony Pictures TV
Sony is committing to the creative team of Phil Lord and Chris Miller in a big way.
Amir Nasrabadi Appointed EVP/GM Of DHX’s Vancouver Animation Studio
Nasrabadi will play a key role at DHX’s animation operation, which currently employs around 500 people in Vancouver.
‘Zootopia’ Director Rich Moore Ditches Disney For Sony
Moore says Sony will allow him to “really push the envelope when it comes to visual style and breadth of storytelling.”
How Chile’s Marmota Studio Turned Youtube Success Into A Cartoon Network Series
Marmota’s new series “Hit Hard, Hara” is the first series entirely created by Chilean talent to premiere on Cartoon Network Latin America.
