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WildBrain will close Family Channel and sister networks, marking the end of a Canadian kids’ TV era as it pivots to streaming and global IP.
WildBrain animation workers ratify union deal with The Canadian Animation Guild, joining their colleagues at Titmouse Vancouver.
The new 10-episode series will premiere in August.
Wildbrain is the third Canadian studio to unionize with IATSE, joining Titmouse’s Vancouver unit and game developer Anemone Hug Interactive.
Wildbrain handles animation on numerous major series including ‘The Snoopy Show,’ ‘Carmen Sandiego,’ ‘Sonic Prime,’ and ‘Fireman Sam.’
The streamer outlined its kids and family slate this summer, with plenty of animation on the way
The company has also appointed chief marketing and brands officer Jim Fielding as its new strategic advisor to the CEO and board of directors.
House of Cool co-founders Wes Lui and Ricardo Curtis will join Wildbrain’s senior management as co-general managers of House of Cool.
Brian also worked in senior creative and writing positions at Corus Entertainment, Marblemedia, EOne, and the CBC.
Arnold will produce tv and film projects for the company, including a pair of titles from ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ author Cressida Cowell.
The deal also covers distribution and licensing for all Ward-owned IP.
“Malaysia is like a hidden gem — not talked up a lot globally. It’s a quiet giant of animation.”
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