Universidad ORT Uruguay, organizer of FIA'11, is pleased to invite animators, producers and specially students and graduates of animation schools to present works to be selected for an exhibition and subsequent awarding between the 17th and the 18th October 2011 in Montevideo, Uruguay.

Universidad ORT Uruguay, organizer of FIA'12, is pleased to invite animators, producers and specially students and graduates of animation schools to present works to be selected for an exhibition and subsequent awarding between the 22nd and the 23rd October 2012 in Montevideo, Uruguay.

CG Con North-American Roadshow in Chicago
When:
Saturday January 16th, 2010
Where:

350 North Orleans Street Chicago, IL 60654 (Sauganash East Ballroom on the 14th floor)

Who:
Mark Goerner - Digital Painting/Concept Art
Juan Pablo Chen - Digital Modeling

4 lectures (two Digital Painting/Concept Art, and two Modeling lectures) of 90 minutes each, by industry professionals Mark Goerner (Minority Report, Constantine X-men 2, The Terminal, Superman, Transformers 3, Battle Angel) and Juan Pablo Chen from DreamWorks Animation.

Please feel free to contact us at info@cgcon.net if you have any questions or visit our website at www.cgcon.net

These two professionals will be giving demo reel and portfolio reviews at the event

We look forward to seeing you there!

CG Con North-American Roadshow in Silicon Valley

4 lectures (two Digital Painting/Concept Art, and two Animation lectures) of 90 minutes each by industry professionals

When:
Saturday March 6th, 2010

Where:
Cogswell Polytechnical College, 1175 Bordeaux Dr Sunnyvale, CA 94089

Who:
Mark Goerner - Digital Painting/Concept Art (Minority Report, X-men 2, The Terminal, Superman, Transformers 3, Battle Angel)
Anthony Wong - Digital Animation (Pixar Animation Studios)

Please feel free to contact us at info@cgcon.net if you have any questions or visit our website at www.cgcon.net

We look forward to seeing you at this event!

The SDAF showcases unique independent animation from all over the world as well as commercial content from the region. The SoDak Fest also hosts special guest artists to share ideas and inspiration with the public audience. Animation workshops are also held for festival attendees and members of the community. Student work is especially emphasized to support animation education. Prizes are awarded in the form of the coveted "Golden Cowbell Award"!

Past guest artists include animator Patrick Smith, filmmaker and animator PES, indie filmmaker Todd Rohal and Reid Thompson, creative director from Troika Design Group!

The SDAF is operated by faculty, staff and student volunteers of South Dakota State University, The Animation Club of South Dakota State University and the surrounding community. 100% of submission fees go directly to support animation education.

motion 2010

Our annual event where pros in the film, broadcast and game industries, as well as top students, all come together to discuss trends, address relevant industry issues, and share their skills, work, and creative insights. 48 hours are spent together in an extraordinary atmosphere – an atmosphere designed to inspire.

motion presenters are renowned pros in the motion graphics, VFX, and animation industries. Past motion speakers include: Karin Fong from Imaginary Forces, Andrew Orloff from Zoic Studios, Synderela Peng from yU+co., legendary Disney animator, Dan Haskett, Michael Waldron and Eric van der Wilden from nailgun*, DUCK Studios director Jamie Caliri, Rod Basham from Imaginary Forces, Bill Lebeda and Bryan Thombs from Picture Mill, and screen designer visionary, Mark Coleran.

motion
october 17 & 18, 2010
historic KiMo theater
albuquerque, nm

http://motion.motion.tv
twitter:motiontv
facebook: motiontv
vimeo: http://vimeo.com/groups/motiontv

motion{u} provides full-day intensive sessions where participants can learn hands-on while working with elite pros in the industry. Through this small group experience, you will explore new techniques, expand your skill set, and be inspired.

Two motion{u} sessions will take place in conjunction with motion 2010.
motion{u} :: santa fe – october 16, 2010
motion{u} :: abq – october 19, 2010
http://motion.motion.tv/info/motionu/

The Burbank International Film Festival would like to call to your attention our Official Call for Entries. If you could please spread the word regarding the festival it would be much appreciated. The link for submissions on withoutabox is http://www.withoutabox.com/login/7137 

Submission Dates 
December 31st, 2010 Earlybird Deadline 
June 15, 2011 Regular Deadline 
July 15th, 2011 Late Deadline 
July 25th, 2011 WAB Extended Deadline

KidScreen Summit is renowned as the kids entertainment industry’s most important annual event. In 2010, the conference welcomed almost 1,500 attendees from 43 countries, with a record-setting 63% of delegates hailing from outside of the US. Top decision- and deal-makers in the kids business attend KidScreen Summit to engage in critical dialogue on issues that affect the industry and take advantage of some of the year’s best networking opportunities; recognize and understand current market needs, opportunities and challenges; learn more about key innovators and their visions; and share ideas that will drive their businesses forward.

2010 Statistics

Nearly 1,500 delegatesMore than 800 companies representedAttendees from 43 countries150 riveting speakers350+ kids content buyers & investors

Who Attends?

TV Programming, Acquisitions and Development ExecutivesProducers and CreatorsDistributorsRetailersLicensors & LicenseesMarketersDigital Media Content Creators and Distributors

Why Attend?

Build your business by networking with nearly 1,500 international leaders in all sectors.Engage in critical dialogue on issues that affect the industry.Recognize and understand current market needs, opportunities and challenges.Rejuvenate your creativity.Get face time with primary kids industry leaders.Discover new talent and build relationships with potential partners.

NY Mobile Entertainment Summit™

If you're interested in what content is being created for mobile platforms, how the platforms are multiplying, how advertisers and marketers are using mobile for brand campaigns, how mobile content is measured and how people are making money from mobile content, then the NY Mobile Entertainment Summit™ is a must attend event.

Event Date: June 21-22, 2011 at Hilton New York, New York, NY

http://nymobilesummit.com

 

Industry Giants 2011: Ten in Texas

 

10th Anniversary Event
June 25-26, 2011

A BUNCH OF SHORT GUYS
Hosts INDUSTRY GIANTS 2011: Ten in Texas
Visual Effects, Animation and Game Forum

A Bunch of Short Guys are proud to announce this year’s Industry Giants 2011: Ten in Texas, the tenth anniversary event of Texas’ premiere Visual Effects, Animation and Game Forum. The two day conference features id Software co-founder and lead programmer John Carmack, along with many other presentations from creative professionals around the world. The tenth annual event takes place Saturday, June 25 and Sunday, June 26, 2011 at the Kessler Theater, 1230 W. Davis Street, Dallas, TX 75208. The event is open to the public, students, and industry professionals.

Hosted and organized annually by the filmmaking/visual effects, animation, game development non-profit, A Bunch of Short Guys, Industry Giants 2011’s first day features a series of lectures that conclude with a panel discussion. The second day features exclusive Masterclasses, taught by the leading experts in various fields of art and technology. The distinctive lineup of presenters work in all areas of animation and visual effects for film, television, and games. Schedules and ticket information are available online at www.industrygiants.org.

Presenter Topics / Saturday, June 25: