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ChatGPT will be for creators what plastic surgery is for actors: everyone will use it, but few will admit it.
In AI, Business, Digital Media, Technology, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: All
Wilkes University is Hiring: Full-Time Asst Professor of Game and Emergent Technology
The university, located in Pennsylvania, offers BA and BFA degrees with a curriculum that blends visual design and technology.
Podcast EP 173: Brent Forrest on How He Created ‘Samurai Frog Golf’ with Marza Animation
The studio’s technical director describes his journey from Canada to Japan and what it's like working there; he talks about pitching his project, working with the studio to get the project funded and produced, and marketing it for sale as a series.
Podcast EP 165: Karen and Bill on Animating ‘Maxxie LaWow: The First Drag Queen Super-Hero’ Film
The animation duo discusses how they broke into the industry, what it took to launch Chubby Beagle animation studio, and how they funded their Drag Queen superhero film.
Podcast EP144: Alex Plapinger Shares How to Become an Animation EP
The executive producer shares how he built his career producing projects for TV and short films including ‘Water Bear’ and ‘Desert Island,’ and the more recent FXX ‘Cake’ shorts such as ‘Swan Boy’ and ‘The Beings.’
In 2D, 3D, CG, Digital Media, People, Short Films, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, Podcast | Geographic Region: All
ASIFA-Hollywood Now Accepting Recommendations for Juried Awards
Suggestions now being solicited for nominations honoring career achievement and exceptional contributions to animation, to be presented at the 49th Annie Awards; submission deadline is November 16, 2021.
In Awards, Event, People | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Annie Awards | Geographic Region: All
Pixar’s ’22 vs. Earth’: Rebellions Have Never Been So Cute
Fresh off Soul’s double Oscar-winning performance, the studio, along with Tina Fey and a gang of five heck-raisers, returns to the enchanting and mystical world of the Great Before, in a brand new short directed by Kevin Nolting.
In 3D, CG, Digital Media, Films, People, Post-production, Short Films, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld | Special Events: Academy Awards, Emmy Awards | Geographic Region: All
1st Edition of Animatex Festival Coming to Cairo November 11-14
The go-to destination for the Egyptian animation community will feature four days of screenings, workshops, and discussions suitable for all audiences.
In 2D, 3D, Business, CG, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, People, Short Films, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Middle East
48th Annie Awards Going Virtual
ASIFA-Hollywood’s annual awards ceremony moves online; virtual ceremony set for Friday, April 16, 2021.
In 2D, 3D, Awards, Call for Entries, CG, Digital Media, Event, Films, People, Short Films, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: Annie Awards | Geographic Region: All
ASIFA-Hollywood Now Accepting Recommendations for Special Honorary Awards
Entries can now be submitted to suggest nominees for Winsor McCay Award, June Foray Award, Ub Iwerks Award, Special Achievement Award, and the Certificate of Merit at the upcoming 48th Annie Awards.
In Awards, Event, Films, People, Short Films, Television, Voice Acting, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: Annie Awards | Geographic Region: All
EU Report: Women Direct Only 22% of Feature Films
New study finds women still account for a minority of directing and screenwriting positions in feature films and TV.
Disney Channel’s ‘Rapunzel’s Tangled Adventure’ Wins Three Daytime Emmys
‘Elena of Avalor,’ and ‘Disney Mickey Mouse’ bring home multiple awards at the virtual 47th annual Daytime Emmy Awards: Children’s, Lifestyle & Animation.
In 2D, 3D, Awards, CG, Digital Media, Music and Sound, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Emmy Awards | Geographic Region: All
‘Trolls World Tour’ Director Walt Dohrn Signs First Look Deal with DreamWorks Animation
Studio veteran will executive produce, direct, develop and supervise new animated projects.
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.
In 2D, 3D, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Films, People, Short Films, Television, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: All
Kris Pearn Talks ‘The Willoughbys’
For the writer/director of Netflix’s charming new animated feature, filmmaking decisions often come down to where you hold your tongue when you swing the hammer.
In 2D, 3D, CG, Digital Media, Films, People, Television, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: All
Catchy and Cool: The Celebrity Shorts of V+ Animation
For Vitaly Nikolaev and Veronika Nikolaeva, one animated Will Smith Instagram piece opened the door to a number of promo projects that bring positive online vibes to their artist clients.
In 2D, CG, Digital Media, Music and Sound, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: Europe
Thunderbird’s Atomic Cartoons Opens Los Angeles Animation Studio
Mark Berkowitz to head-up company’s kids and family division expansion from new L.A. location.
Boutique Live-Action and Post-Production Studio Destro Launches in Los Angeles
New studio, founded by veterans Drew Neujahr, Sean McAllen, and Shane McAllen, will focus on producing, directing and post, including mixed media and VFX.
Women Directors Talk Shop at WIA NYC Gathering
Karen Disher, Signe Baumane, Anna Samo and Peggy Stern share insights and realities at Women in Animation New York chapter March event; AWN’s Miscweant reports.
In 2D, Diversity and Inclusion, Event, Films, People | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: The Miscweant | Geographic Region: North America
DGA Announces 2018 Feature Film Nominees
Alfonso Cuarón, Bradley Cooper, Spike Lee, Adam McKay, and Peter Farrelly receive nominations for the DGA’s top feature film award.
In Awards, Films, People | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: Academy Awards | Geographic Region: North America
Columbia College Hollywood Launches New VFX B.F.A. Program
Program is the first in the country to include widely used Perception Neuron, Maker Bot, Formlab and Houdini 3D software technologies in its curriculum.
Finding Their ‘Calling’
Director Charles Zhang and writer/producer Jonathan Cui break new ground with a feature-length VR film.
In 3D, CG, Films, People, Technology, AR/VR/XR | Blog Post, VFXWorld | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: Asia
‘Metalocalypse’ Director Jon Schnepp Dies at 51
Veteran artist was creative force behind Adult Swim series about the exploits of fictional death metal band ‘Dethklok.’
In 2D, Films, In Passing, Interactive, People, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All
