Nickelodeon

Virtual SCAD AnimationFest 2020 Coming September 25-26

The acclaimed two-day event, being held online for the first time, will feature exclusive screenings, panels, and presentations from top talent like ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ creator Mike McMahan and ‘Undone’ co-creators Raphael Bob-Waksberg & Kate Purdy.

In 2D, 3D, CG, Digital Media, Diversity and Inclusion, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, People, Short Films, Technology, Television, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

Business Headline News

TeamTO’s New Animated Comedy ‘Jade Armor’ Coming Fall 2021

European kids’ entertainment company partners with France Télévisions and SUPER RTL to bring female superhero to life in upcoming action-adventure series.

In 3D, Business, CG, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe

TV Animation Headline News

‘The Loud House’ Gets Season 6 Pickup on Nickelodeon

The network’s hit series, the number-one animated show across all TV in Kids 6-11, gets a 26-episode new season order; Season 5 premieres September 11 with a one-hour special.

In 2D, Business, CG, People, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

SVOD Headline News

Watch: New Trailer and Key Art for ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Season 3

CBS All Access teases new season action and reveals key art at Star Trek Day celebration; series returns with new episodes October 15.

In 3D, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

SVOD Headline News

‘Horrid Henry’s Gross Day Out’ Debuts September 17 on Netflix UK

Novel Entertainment’s latest addition to the popular franchise will roll out globally later this year.

In 2D, CG, Digital Media, Films, People, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe

Nickelodeon Pulls ‘Made by Maddie’ Over Reported ‘Hair Love’ Similarities

Move comes in response to controversy over claims that characters on Silvergate Media’s new animated kids’ series are strikingly like those in Matthew A. Cherry’s Oscar-winning short.

In 2D, 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, Diversity and Inclusion, People, Short Films, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

People Headline News

Nickelodeon Animation Names Ramsey Naito President

Already a driving force behind new projects, seasoned studio executive will continue to bolster the network’s animation content across all platforms while overseeing day-to-day operations of current series and series development.

In 2D, 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, Diversity and Inclusion, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

SVOD Headline News

‘Made by Maddie’ Premieres on Nick Jr. September 13

New preschool series focuses on family, friendship and fashion while celebrating individuality, ingenuity, and creative thinking.

In 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Virtual Events Headline News

Pixelatl 2020 Goes Online September 1-5

Event has announced an ambitious program to promote Mexican and Latin American creative industries; featured activities include a focus on recruitment, women in animation, and business networking meetings.

In 2D, 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, Diversity and Inclusion, Education and Training, Event, Films, People, Television, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All, North America

People Headline News

Unanico Group Names Leanne Preston CEO and Producer

LA-based industry veteran will lead production, global partnership strategies and IP development as company expands in US market.

In 2D, 3D, Books, Business, Cartoons, CG, Digital Media, Films, Games, Interactive, Licensing, Motion Graphics, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Real-time Animation ANIMATIONWorld

New Adobe Character Animator Public Beta Released

Latest version, now available, includes new features designed to enable accelerated workflows and real-time performance capture.

In 2D, Business, CG, Digital Media, People, Technology, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Business Headline News

Big Growth Spurt for ‘The Tiny Chef’ with Nickelodeon Animated Series Order

The little herbivore and social media star snags new show, to run on Nick’s preschool platforms in the U.S. as well as Nickelodeon and Nick Jr. internationally.

In 2D, Business, CG, Digital Media, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Animated TV Series Headline News

‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ Spinoff ‘The Patrick Star Show’ Coming to Nickelodeon

Network has reportedly greenlit a new series centered on SpongeBob’s best friend, Patrick, with Bill Fagerbakke reprising his role as the excitable starfish.

In 2D, 3D, Business, Cartoons, CG, Digital Media, Films, People, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

People Headline News

Ben Hibon to Direct Nickelodeon’s Animated ‘Star Trek: Prodigy’ Series

The ‘Tale of Three Brothers’ animation director will also co-executive produce the new CG animated show, coming in 2021.

In 3D, Business, CG, People, Television, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

TV Animation Series Headline News

New ‘Story Time with Josh & Blue’ Podcast Help Tuck Kids in at Night

10-episode podcast series is now available; Season 2 of ‘Blue’s Clues & You!’ airs weekdays on Nickelodeon beginning August 19.

In 2D, 3D, Cartoons, CG, Deitch, Music and Sound, Television, Transmedia | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America

Business Headline News

Happy Happy Joy Joy – Ren & Stimpy Return

Comedy Central greenlights a reimagined ‘The Ren & Stimpy Show’ in ongoing renewal of classic ViacomCBS cartoon properties.

In 2D, Business, Cartoons, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Anime Headline News

WATCH: ‘Rick and Morty’ and ‘SpongeBob’ Get Anime Treatment

Both ‘official’ and fan-made homage shorts, ‘Rick and Morty vs. Genocider’ and ‘Bubble Bass Arc,’ show that ‘niche’ anime audiences are a growing force to be reckoned with.

In 2D, 3D, Anime, CG, Digital Media, Event, Short Films, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

SVOD Headline News

‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Season 3 Premieres October 15

13 new episodes will take the U.S.S. Discovery into an uncertain future; CBS All Access’ ‘Star Trek’ franchise continues expanding with upcoming ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ animated adult comedy premiering August 6.

In 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

Business

Chris Cray Launches Somesense Studio

London-Based independent artist-led animation studio now open, focusing on creating content in all forms, from web series to comics, films to comedy scripts, social media campaigns to editorials.

In 2D, 3D, Art, CG, Digital Media, Illustration, Motion Graphics, People, Short Films, Television, Transmedia | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe, North America

SVOD Headline News

Klasky Csupo Returns with New ‘RoboSplaat’ Digital Series

Birthed in quarantine by Arlene Klasky, the show will release new episodes twice weekly through 2021 on the studio’s YouTube Channel and Official Instagram.