Jinko Gotoh

SIGGRAPH Asia 2024 Announces 3 Keynote Speakers

Miyake Design Studio’s Yoshiyuki Miyamae, Sony Group’s Hiraoki Kitano, and WIA VP, Oscar-nominated producer Jinko Gotoh will each offer their unique insights into ground-breaking areas in computer graphics and interactive techniques; conference runs December 3-6 in Tokyo, Japan.

In CG, Event, Films, Guilds/Unions/Organizations, People, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Technology, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: SIGGRAPH Asia | Geographic Region: Asia

Awards Headline News

Finalists Announced for Inaugural Collision Awards

Finalists for excellence in animation and motion design include ‘Elemental,’ ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem,’ ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,’ ‘Nimona,’ ‘Suzume,’ and more.

In 2D, 3D, Awards, Broadcast Design, Cartoons, CG, Commercials, Digital Media, Event, Films, Games, Motion Graphics, Music Videos, People, Short Films, Stop-Motion, Television, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All, North America

call for entries Headline News

Call for Submissions: 4th Edition of THU’s Talent League

Trojan Horse was a Unicorn’s free 12-week program provides mentorships, support and a platform to promote a new generation of talent; application deadline is July 8.

In Call for Entries, CG, Community Outreach, Digital Media, Education and Training, People | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

Heading to Stuttgart Headline News

FMX 2024 Shares The Latest Program Confirmations

4-day event kicks off in Stuttgart on April 23, 2024; new program confirmations include ‘The Power of Collaboration’ a discussion of Global Inclusion, Community, and Connection and Feature VFX: A look behind the scenes of ‘The Creator;’ tickets are now on sale

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

Global Gender Parity and Inclusion in Animation Headline News

UNESCO to Support WIA’s Stories x Women Program

The first official collaboration between the two groups was announced in connection with International Women’s Day; the UN organization joins Disney as a supporter of the women’s creative initiative with an emphasis on projects from Africa.

In Business, Community Outreach, Diversity and Inclusion, Event, Jobs & Recruiting, People | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Animation Gets Its Do Headline News

The Academy to Split Short Films and Feature Animation Branch

Short Films and Feature Animation part ways; Board of Governors votes to create 2 new distinct branches: the Animation Branch and Short Films Branch.

In Awards, Business, Films, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Academy Awards | Geographic Region: All

Global Gender Parity and Inclusion in Animation Headline News

WIA and UNESCO Partner to Support Global Gender Equity in Animation

At today’s historic signing ceremony and talk in Paris, WIA president Marge Dean noted that as new animation industries are developing around the world, the two organizations can advocate for gender parity and inclusion to be built into the foundation.

In Business, Community Outreach, Diversity and Inclusion, Education and Training, Event, People, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

call for entries Headline News

Call For Entries: NIAFF 2024

Submissions now being accepted for next year’s event in Niigata; inaugural Grand Prix winner ‘Blind Willow, Sleeping Woman’ by Pierre Földes revealed from 2023 edition.

In 2D, 3D, Awards, Call for Entries, CG, Event, Festival, Films, People | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Asia

What’s New in German Animation? Headline News

ITFS’ APD Announces ‘New Voices – New Stories’ Conference

Part of the 17th Animation Production Days running April 26-28 in Stuttgart, the conference takes place on April 26 and offers animation professionals a platform to discuss current developments in the industry.

In Business, Digital Media, Diversity and Inclusion, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX, ITFS | Geographic Region: Europe

Heading to Stuttgart Next April Headline News

FMX 2023 Set for April 25-28

The 4-day hybrid event returns to Stuttgart with 1-day devoted to online presentations from around the world; BAFTA-winning and Oscar-nominated producer Jinko Gotoh serves as the next program chair.

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

WIA at Annecy Headline News

‘Women in Animation World Summit’ At Annecy Program Announced

With the theme ‘Gender Justice: A Global Call for Inclusion in Animation,’ this year’s edition will be presented in collaboration with the Annecy International Animation Festival on June 13.

In Business, Digital Media, Diversity and Inclusion, Event, Festival, Jobs & Recruiting, People | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: All, Europe

Diversity and Inclusion in Animation Headline News

4th Annual BRIC Virtual Summit Line-Up Announced

Featuring an opening keynote by KidNation founder Chris ‘Ludacris’ Bridges, the February 11-12 event will feature an executive workshop as well as speakers from NBCUniversal, ViacomCBS, Disney, and DreamWorks.

In Business, Digital Media, Diversity and Inclusion, Education and Training, Event, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Awards Headline News

‘Lift While We Climb’ Themed 'Black in Animation Awards Show' Coming November 14

Black Women Animate’s initiative honors Black people in animation who are blazing a trail to the future; honorees include Disney TVA’s Jay Francis, Mounia Aram Company’s Mounia Aram, ‘Craig of the Creek’ storyboard artist Tiffany Ford, and veteran animator Dan Hasket.

In Awards, Digital Media, Diversity and Inclusion, Education and Training, Event, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Events Headline News

TMS Entertainment Presents ‘Women in Anime’ Virtual Event

The free online program, part of the 17th Annual LA Femme International Film Festival, runs October 14-17; panel features TMS producer and ‘Megalobox’ creator Minako Fujiyoshi and producer Jinko Gotoh.

In 2D, Anime, CG, Digital Media, Diversity and Inclusion, Event, Festival, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

WIA at Annecy Headline News

Speakers Announced for 5th Women in Animation World Summit

Program lineup and list of presenters revealed for this year’s event, presented in collaboration with the Annecy International Animation Festival and Mifa 2021 hybrid editions, viewable beginning June 14; this year’s theme is ‘The Business Case for Diversity.’

In 2D, 3D, Business, Digital Media, Diversity and Inclusion, Education and Training, Event, Festival, People | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: All

#StopAsianHate Headline News

‘Awakening’ #StopAsianHate PSA Honors Asian Americans in Animation

Oscar-nominated producer Peilin Chou directs powerful short film with the help of artists and creators including Ronnie del Carmen, Jennifer Yuh Nelson, Jinko Gotoh, Sanjay Patel, Gennie Rim, John Aoshima, and Henry Yu, in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

In Acting, Commercials, Digital Media, Diversity and Inclusion, Education and Training, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Awards Headline News

‘Honoring Our Stories’ Themed 'Black in Animation Awards Show' Coming December 6

Black Women Animate and Cartoon Network Studios launch new initiative to recognize and honor Black people in animation who are blazing a trail to the future.

In 2D, 3D, Awards, CG, Digital Media, Diversity and Inclusion, Event, Films, Music and Sound, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Awards Headline News

‘The Torture Letters’ Takes Best in Show at SPARK Animation 2020

‘BoxsBallet,’ ‘My friend who shines in the night,’ and ‘Seoulsori,’ also take home awards in an online ceremony from the 12^th annual festival, running through November 8; WIA Diversity Award winners also announced.

In 2D, 3D, Awards, CG, Digital Media, Event, Festival, Music Videos, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America

Awards Headline News

Women in Animation Announces WIA Diversity Award Honorees

In a Spark Animation 2020 virtual ceremony, Kyoto Animation, Laurence Ralph’s ‘The Torture Letters,’ and Maria Trénor’s ‘Where Were You?’ are recognized for making a significant impact in expanding diversity of voices in animation.

In 2D, Awards, CG, Digital Media, Diversity and Inclusion, Event, Festival, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Virtual Event Headline News

Autodesk Vision Series Going Virtual September 9-11

Free sessions spotlight the latest CG technology, trends, and techniques as well as practical discussions about navigating a changing industry in the shadow of the global pandemic.

In 3D, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Motion Graphics, People, Technology, Television, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America

WIA Online Summit Headline News

2020 Women in Animation Virtual Summit Now Streaming Online

A selection of presentations from the first-ever WIA online summit, held in conjunction with this year’s Annecy 2020 Online edition, is now available for free viewing.

In 2D, 3D, Business, Digital Media, Diversity and Inclusion, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: All

Women in Animation Headline News

WIA Announces Women in Animation Virtual Summit Program for Annecy 2020 Online

Summit will focus on the pandemic, the recently reinvigorated global call for social justice, and their tremendous effects on the animation industry.

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

Women in Animation Headline News

Women in Animation Awards 8 Young Women with 2020 WIA Scholarships

WIA president Marge Dean announces and honors the recipients at 2020 BRIC Talent and Innovation Summit.

In Awards, Business, Diversity and Inclusion, Education and Training, Jobs & Recruiting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Awards ANIMATIONWorld

On the Road to the 92nd Oscars: The Animated Feature Film Nominees

Heading into this coming Oscar Sunday on February 9^th, catchup on AWN’s coverage of the films and creative teams nominated for this year’s Best Animated Feature Film.