BRON Launches Virtual Production Services Company
With live-action productions on hold due to the pandemic, BRON expands with new division using Unreal Engine technology to transform digital content creation workflows and produce high-quality content faster.
‘Women in Animation Class of 2020 Showcase’ Call for Submissions
WIA launches special online program celebrating thesis and final films from Class of 2020 students who couldn’t screen works, attend career fairs or otherwise celebrate graduation due to COVID-19.
Moonraker VFX Awarded £500,000 from Creative England to Create Original Immersive 3D
Funding secured by Bristal-based visual effects studio follows government’s announcement to provide 1.5 billion pounds for arts sector impacted by COVID-19 pandemic.
Sony Acquires Minority Stake in Epic Games
Company makes $250 Million strategic investment in game industry leader to broaden their collaboration developing state of the art technology, entertainment, and socially connected online services.
Framestore’s ‘#WombStories’ Animation Captures the Emotions of Women’s Life-Changing Moments
Three-minute film for Libresse & Bodyform campaign includes six beautifully animated sequences that help dispel myths and encourage positive conversations about women.
Nickelodeon Renews ‘It’s Pony’ for Second Season
20 more episodes greenlit for hit kid’s show, set to premiere in U.S. in 2021.
Gaumont Consolidates U.S. Operation, Names Nicolas Atlan President
As part of reorganization, multiple executives are promoted, including Terry Kalagian to EVP, creative content, where she will oversee creatives across U.S. business.
Foundry Announces Foundry Live Summer Edition Running July 16 -23
Virtual event to feature industry focused education sessions with virtual meetups on look development, lighting, and 3D design.
Animation Masters Summit 2020 – Digital Edition Runs July 20 - 24
The theme of the free 5-day virtual event is “Connecting Minds: Unravelling New Possibilities.”
WATCH: ‘Superman: Man of Tomorrow’ Trailer
Newest DC Universe Movies entry will be released August 23 on Digital, and September 8 on 4K HD, Blu-ray and DVD combo pack, from Warner Home Entertainment.
Nickelodeon Greenlights ‘Baby Shark’s Big Show!’ Animated Preschool Series
Produced with SmartStudy and based on the YouTube sensation, ‘Baby Shark,’ show will debut in December with an all-new holiday special.
WATCH: New ‘Maya the Bee – The Golden Orb’ Trailer
Animated feature film co-production from Studio B Animation and Flying Bark Productions to hit theaters in 2020 and 2021.
bRAND-WARD Taking Guru’s ‘True and the Rainbow Kingdom’ to the UK and Ireland
Licensing deal provides representing across all consumer products including toys, games, apparel and publishing.
Hulu Launches Adult Animation ‘HAHA Awards’
‘Bob’s Burgers,’ ‘Archer,’ ‘Bless the Harts,’ ‘Duncanville,’ and ‘Solar Opposites’ receive multiple nominations in first-ever ‘Hilarious Animated Hulu Awards,’ that recognize the year’s best animated TV shows and characters currently streaming on the platform.
Podcast EP73: Animator Christian Lie On How He Gets Millions Of Views On YouTube
Listen to the latest installment of Terry Ibele’s in-depth interview series with guests including JJ Villard, John Musker, Tina Nowracki, and Fred Seibert, who share their stories, insights, and career advice.
Ottawa International Animation Festival Announces 2020 Jury
The now virtual event, scheduled for September 23 – October 4, will feature screenings, virtual artist talks, workshops, and meetings with schools and recruiters.
‘Knights of Sidonia: Love Woven in the Stars’ Animated Feature Coming in 2021
Polygon Pictures announces final chapter in Tsutomu Nihei’ epic saga; view trailer and first image from upcoming film.
HBO Max Greenlights Oscar-Winner Matthew A. Cherry’s ‘Young Love’
New 2D animated series, based on characters from director’s Academy Award-winning short, ‘Hair Love,’ to be produced in conjunction with Sony Pictures Animation.
2nd Free Online PreVIEW Session Set with Directors Kris Pearn and Jorge Gutierrez
On July 11, the award-winning directors of ‘The Willoughbys’ and ‘The Book of Life’ will discuss each other’s approaches to developing and directing animated features.
‘Trolls World Tour’ Dance Party Edition Now Available on 4K Ultra HD and Blu-Ray
To celebrate the film’s home entertainment release, watch exclusive ‘Rocker and Classical Trolls’ behind the scenes Bonus Clip with director Walt Dohrn, producer Gina Shay and production designer Kendal Cronkhite-Shaindlin.
Nickelodeon and James Corden to Develop Animated ‘Real Pigeons Fight Crime’
Multi-platform deal calls for film and TV series based on newest title in Andrew McDonald and Ben Wood’s best-selling book series.
Polish National Film, Television and Theatre School Named Best Animation School at Animafest Zagreb 2020
Three films from the school were selected for the student films competition including ‘Marbles,’ ‘Portrait of a Woman,’ and ‘The Little Soul.’
Genius Brands Creating Stan Lee Universe with POW! Entertainment
New joint venture will assume perpetual, worldwide rights to over 100 original, previously unexploited, Stan Lee post-Marvel properties.
CINANIMA 2020 Call for Entries Deadline is July 10
Submissions now being accepted for the animation festival, taking place November 9 - 15.
EU Skills Report Sites Serious Lack of Gaming Talent
76% of responding game companies cite difficulties in finding skilled staff; finds that while 45% of EU gamers are women, increase in STEM studies and careers for women are essential in the training of the future workforce.
