Education and Training

Seoul Cartoon & Animation Week, Featuring SICAF, SPP and Si3, Kicks Off July 15

Seven days of animation-focused talks, screenings, workshops and exhibitions brings together artists and business professionals from around the world for one of Asia’s most important and innovative industry events.

SIGGRAPH Headline News

SIGGRAPH Asia 2019 XR Program Submission Deadline Coming July 1

Organizers are looking for innovative AR, VR and MR projects to showcase in new Extended Reality program being featured at upcoming November 17-20 Brisbane, Australia conference.

In 3D, Call for Entries, CG, Education and Training, Event, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Places, Post-production, Short Films, Technology, Television, Transmedia, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: SIGGRAPH Asia | Geographic Region: Australia

SIGGRAPH Headline News

SIGGRAPH 2019 Announces 4 World-Premiere Immersive Experiences

Expansive Immersive Pavilion and VR Theater programs will feature projects from Magic Leap, Walt Disney Animation Studios, NYU, Microsoft, Google Spotlight Stories, MIT, and others.

In 3D, CG, Education and Training, Event, Games, People, Short Films, Technology, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: SIGGRAPH | Geographic Region: North America

FMX 2019 VFXWorld

WATCH: Michelle Eisenreich Talks ‘First Man’ In-Camera VFX at FMX 2019

DNEG visual effects producer discusses unique processing of never-before-seen NASA footage on Damien Chazelle’s Oscar-winning drama about Neil Armstrong’s legendary Moon walk.

In 3D, CG, Education and Training, Event, Films, People, Post-production, Technology, Visual Effects | VFXWorld | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX | Geographic Region: Europe

screenwriting software review Blogs

WHAT’S THE BEST SCREENWRITING SOFTWARE?

Fade In May Be a Better Choice For You Than Final Draft...

In Business, Cartoons, Commercials, Education and Training, Films, Games, Interactive, Production, Reviews, Television, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: FADE IN: on Screenwriting, by Jeffrey Scott

#animation Events

Animation, VFX, Video Game Design Live Portfolio Review

Begins: June 22, 2019

In this free Vancouver Animation School live webinar you will learn more about the industry standards, requirements and prepare your Animation, Concept Art, VFX or Video Game portfolio to apply for a scholarship and/or for a job.

In Education and Training | Event Types: Discussion

VIEW Conference 2019 Headline News

Brad Bird, Michael Giacchino and Ralph Eggleston to Keynote VIEW 2019

Oscar-winning director, composer and production designer, who teamed together on ‘Incredibles 2,’ are set to present at October 21-25 digital media conference and symposium in Turin, Italy.

In 3D, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, Music and Sound, People, Short Films, Technology, Television, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: Europe

SIGGRAPH Headline News

Agenda and Speakers Set for ACM SIGGRAPH Diversity and Inclusion Summit

Join SIGGRAPH for their day-long July 28 workshop that will educate and inform about Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access, and Leadership (I.D.E.A.L.S).

In CG, Diversity and Inclusion, Education and Training, Event, People, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: SIGGRAPH | Geographic Region: All

Women in Animation Headline News

USC Annenberg Releases Groundbreaking Animation Industry Gender Study

‘Inclusion Initiative’ study results, presented at 3^rd Annual Women in Animation World Summit in Annecy, reveal some positive industry gains, but mostly areas of startling gender inequality and bias.

In Business, Diversity and Inclusion, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: All

Women in Animation Headline News

Women in Animation Launches WIA Global Fund

Founding donors contribute more than $500,000 to support organization’s programs and international outreach initiatives.

In Business, Diversity and Inclusion, Education and Training, Event, People | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Annecy 2019 Headline News

Mifa Announces Big Expansion and Special Slate of Events

Upcoming market during Annecy is set to break all previous attendance and size records with over 700 exhibitors inside a bigger exhibition platform, VR area, Buyer’s Club and new conference room.

In 2D, 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Places, Short Films, Technology, Television, Transmedia, Tutorials | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: Europe

Women in Animation Headline News

Speakers Announced for Women in Animation World Summit at Annecy

Program lineup and initial list of presenters for third annual symposium, taking place June 10, highlight important focus on “Belonging” and critical topics affecting women working in the animation industry.

In Business, Diversity and Inclusion, Education and Training, Event, Festival, People | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: All

VIEW Conference 2019 Headline News

Dean DeBlois and CH Kim to Keynote 2019 VIEW Conference

‘How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World’ director and PUBG CEO are the first announced presenters at upcoming October 21-25 digital media conference in Turin, Italy.

In 3D, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Films, Games, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Places, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Short Films, Technology, Television, Transmedia, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: Europe

AWN @ FMX 2019 VFXWorld

WATCH: Rob Bredow Talks ILM VFX, Tech and Strategies at FMX 2019

ILM’s SVP and Executive Director discusses studio production and management challenges as well as technology investment strategies and plans.

In 3D, Business, CG, Education and Training, Event, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Post-production, Technology, Visual Effects | VFXWorld | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX | Geographic Region: All

Networking ANIMATIONWorld

The Career Navigator: Ins and Outs of Networking for Introverts and Others

Networking is really about friends helping friends, and no matter how shy you may be, you have experience and perspective that can benefit others.

In Business, Education and Training, Jobs & Recruiting, People | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: All

Jobs and recruitment Headline News

Entry Deadline for The Third Floor Previs Artist Apprentice Program is May 19

Candidate submissions for 10-week, hands-on summer training program that feeds studio’s artist pool must be received by this coming Sunday!

In 3D, Call for Entries, CG, Diversity and Inclusion, Education and Training, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

Awards Headline News

2019 Animation Masters Summit Announces Cocoon Concept Lab Winner

Narayn Talakudar takes home cash prize and development deal with Toonz Media Group.

In Awards, CG, Education and Training, Event, Films, People, Television, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Asia

screenplay Blogs

THERE'S NO SUCH THING AS A STORY PROBLEM THAT CAN'T BE SOLVED

The trick to solving all story problems is...

In Business, Cartoons, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Films, Games, Interactive, Mobile and Wireless, Production, Television, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: FADE IN: on Screenwriting, by Jeffrey Scott

ITFS Headline News

‘Bloeistraat 11’ and ‘Mirai’ Take Top Prizes at Stuttgart

26^th International Stuttgart Festival of Animated Film concludes with a host of awards for International and German animated projects.

In 2D, 3D, Awards, Business, CG, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, Games, People, Short Films, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Geographic Region: Europe

FMX 2019 Headline News

Stuttgart’s FMX 2019 Concludes: More Than 280 Speakers and 4,000 Attendees

Capacity crowds help one of the world’s most important animation and visual effects conferences fully embrace its theme of 'Bridging the Gap' between people and projects from around the world.

In 2D, 3D, Business, CG, Commercials, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Films, Games, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Short Films, Technology, Television, Transmedia, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX | Geographic Region: Europe

FxF 2019 Headline News

Phil Tippett, Julie Pott and Priit Pärn Being Honored at Frame-By-Frame Animators Conference

May 4th conference at Chicago’s DePaul University, for animators / by animators, will feature special guests, speakers, masterclasses and demos.

In 2D, 3D, CG, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, People, Short Films, Stop-Motion | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America

Industry Outreach Headline News

Industry Trade Groups Launch Non-Profit Mentoring Program

Entertainment Industry Professionals Mentoring Alliance (EIPMA) will provide career guidance to students, veterans and others seeking craft and technical careers in movies, television, music, and other entertainment arenas.