Barry Howell Talks 'Battleship' Previs
The Third Floor’s previs supervisor talks about Thugs, the Beast and working with Peter Berg on his naval-science fiction slugfest.
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Alan Horn Named Disney Studios Chief
Alan Horn is named Chairman of The Walt Disney Studios, where he will oversee worldwide operations including production, distribution and marketing for live-action and animated films from Disney, Pixar and Marvel, as well as marketing and distribution for DreamWorks Studios films released under the Touchstone Pictures banner.
Hanspeter Pfister Talks SIGGRAPH 2012
Hanspeter Pfister, the SIGGRAPH 2012 Technical Papers Chair from Harvard University, shares his take on submission trends, jury selection and the jury process for SIGGRAPH 2012.
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LipSync Appoints Andrew Boswell
LipSync announces the appointment of Andrew Boswell in the role of Commercial Director.
Nicole Stone Joins Speedshape
Nicole Stone has been appointed account executive for Speedshape.
In Business, Commercials, People, Visual Effects, Business, Commercials, People, Visual Effects | Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
Cartoon Network Promotes Curtis Lelash
Curtis Lelash has been promoted to vice president of comedy animation for Cartoon Network.
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Liz Oliver Joins Framestore
Framestore is further strengthening its CG department and integrated offering by hiring Liz Oliver, a CG line producer with extensive experience in multiplatform disciplines.
In Business, CG, Commercials, People, Places, Visual Effects, Business, CG, Commercials, People, Places, Visual Effects | Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe
What A Recruiter Wants From You….
We know what you want from them, but do you really know what they would like from you? Here are a few rules to apply when crafting or updating your resume that recruiters will notice.
Animation Mentor Partners with Autodesk for One-Day Workshop
Online animation school Animation Mentor announced that it has partnered with Autodesk to host an all-day animation workshop on Saturday, June 30, 2012.
Warner Bros Developing Sci-Fi Feature 'The Wind'
Commercials director Nic Mathieu will make his directorial debut on the Warner Bros. sci-fi project, “The Wind,” scripted by "Men in Black 3" writer David Koepp.
In CG, Commercials, Films, People, Writing, CG, Commercials, Films, People, Writing | Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
HUSH Signs Powerful Visual Force in Yang
Following an extended run freelancing with the company, Erik Yang has joined HUSH's roster.
Universal to Develop Lego 'Hero Factory' Feature
Universal is in negotiations to acquire the screen rights to Lego’s line of robotic toys called Hero Factory.
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Voice Cast Set for 'Dark Knight' Animated Feature
Peter Weller, Ariel Winter and David Selby are among the actors lending their voices to the Jay Oliva-directed “Dark Knight” animated film.
In Books, Business, Films, People, Voice Acting, Writing, Books, Business, Films, People, Voice Acting, Writing | Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
Rod Perth to Head NATPE
Rod Perth, co-founder and former president of ReelzChannel, has been named the new president and CEO of NATPE.
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AniMazSpot Announces Third Quarter Finalists
AniMazSpot announced the top two short films from the Third Quarter entries selected to go on to vie for Best of Festival prize at the fourth annual AniMazSpot 2012 Festival, September 10-16, 2012.
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AniMazSpot Announces 2012 Jury Additions
Animation Spotlight announced that Kaj Pindal (Denmark/Canada) and Cinzia Bottini (Italy/Singapore) have joined the AniMazSpot international jury panel.
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'Gravity Falls' to Premiere on Disney XD
"Gravity Falls," a fresh approach to comedic storytelling from animator Alex Hirsch, premieres Friday, June 29 on Disney Channel.
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Aardman’s Bram Ttwheam Directs Nordic Giants Video
Aardman director Bram Ttwheam has teamed up with artist Tristan Stevens to create the much-anticipated video release for the Nordic Giants‘ debut single, “Shine,” featuring the vocals and lyrics of Cate Ferris.
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AM2 to Honor Hiroshi Nagahama
This year's highly anticipated AM2 event announces the attendance of Japanese animator, designer and director Hiroshi Nagahama as an official 2012 Guest of Honor.
'Blade Runner' Writer to Join Sequel
Alcon Entertainment announced that Hampton Fancher, the original writer of “Blade Runner,” is working on a follow-up to Ridley Scott's landmark 1982 sci-fi film.
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Olmos and Animex Join Forces on 'El Americano The Movie'
Olmos Productions and Animex are partnering on the 3D animated film "El Americano The Movie," the first animated co-production between the US and Mexico.
DreamWorks Promotes 'Rise of the Guardians' at Cannes
DreamWorks Animation held a press event promoting its forthcoming 3D animated feature “Rise of the Guardians” at the Cannes Film Festival on Wednesday, screening 25 minutes of the film followed by a Q&A with the director and cast members Alec Baldwin, Chris Pine and Isla Fisher.
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Todd Prives Joins ZYNC
Ten-year visual effects software industry veteran Todd Prives joins ZYNC to drive marketing strategy and customer adoption.
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NFB’s 'Big Mouth' to Premiere at WSFF
The National Film Board of Canada’s pioneering role in short filmmaking will be showcased once again at the CFC Worldwide Short Film Festival, taking place in Toronto from June 5-10, 2012.
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'Astonishing X-Men: Torn' on DVD August 14
The chart-topping super-team of Joss Whedon and John Cassaday return for more action on home entertainment shelves this summer in "Astonishing X-Men: Torn!"
In Films, Home Entertainment, People, Films, Home Entertainment, People | Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
