Exceptional Minds Announces Summer 2024 Workshops
The academy prepares young adults on the autism spectrum for careers in animation, visual effects and 3D gaming; summer registration deadline is April 19.
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Cartoon Movie 2024 Opens Today
The annual co-production and pitching event plays host to 850+ industry professionals with 55 films from 16 countries participating; the event runs March 5-7 in Bordeaux, France.
In 2D, 3D, Awards, Business, Digital Media, Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Cartoon Movie | Geographic Region: Europe
Ask An AI
ChatGPT’s advice on how to teach and test in the AI era.
In AI, Education and Training, People | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: All
AnimationFest Award Winners Ted Ty and Adam Muto Talk Unwavering Passion and Animation’s Fragile Future
The Outstanding Achievement in Animation and Spotlight Award honorees, respectively, at this past weekend’s SCAD festival in Atlanta discuss their recent projects ‘Nimona’ and ‘Fionna and Cake’ and how recent industry upheaval makes it even more important to stay dedicated, flexible, and determined in pursuing your career.
President and Founder Paula Wallace Talks SCAD’s 45 Year Legacy and AnimationFest 2023
In the 45 years since 71 students made up the university’s first class, ‘Starship SCAD’ has grown to four locations, over 100 degree programs, more than 17,000 current students and 60,000 alumni, with more than 2,200 alone in the School of Animation and Motion… and a brand-new Midtown Atlanta expansion that includes a 700-seat theater, SCADshow, that will host the festival, running September 28-30.
SCAD AnimationFest 2023 Coming to Atlanta
Running September 28-30, the 3-day digital media festival features screenings, panel discussions, and presentations from SCAD Alumni students, alumni and industry creatives; tickets go on sale August 31.
SVA Announces Academic Program Name Changes
The title changes are key to ensuring that SVA keeps up with an evolving industry and will be effective this fall; the class of 2024 will be the first to graduate under the new program names.
Fredrikstad Animation Festival 2023
Begins: October 19, 2023
This year's festival will present the best and latest within Nordic-Baltic and international animation, running October 19-22.
Stage 03 Launches ‘VFX Challenge: Creatures Edition’
Dive into the world of VFX with this creative contest using After Effects, Maya, and Nuke to incorporate CG creatures into live-action footage; 1st prize is an Insta360 X3 Camera; free to enter, the submission deadline is August 31, 2023.
In 3D, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, People, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Podcast EP 211: Colin Giles, Head of The School for Animation & VFX at Vancouver Film School
The career animator turned educator reflects on student life at VFS, the school’s investment in its animation studio and how students have changed over the last 10 years.
SCAD Savannah Film Festival and Amazon Team on LGBTQ+ Short Film Competition
Amazon will award $10,000 for the Best Overall Film and $5,000 for an Audience Award, plus lead a discussion panel on the future of LGBTQIA+ storytelling; the selected films will premiere at the October 2023 festival.
VFS Announces ‘The Launch Scholarship’
Funding valued up to $158k will support students training at Vancouver Film School programs in film, animation, and design; the submission deadline is May 31.
Jan Pinkava to Head Animationsinstitut at Filmakademie Baden-Wuerttemberg
Oscar-winning British-Czech animator, director, and screenwriter – known for Pixar’s Ratatouille and Gerri’s Game - takes the reigns in June, promising to remain faithful to his predecessor Andreas Hykade’s principal ‘The person is more important than the project.’
In 2D, 3D, Business, CG, Education and Training, Event, Films, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX | Geographic Region: Europe
ANIFILM 2023
Begins: May 2, 2023
The International Festival of Animated Films, running May 2-7 in Liberec, Czech Republic, presents the latest trends, methods, technologies, and animation techniques while supporting works in progress, new animation projects, and their authors, producers, and distributors.
In 2D, 3D, Anime, Awards, Digital Media, Event, Festival, Films, Motion Graphics, Music Videos | Event Types: Competitive Festivals
Annecy 2023 Launches Mifa ‘Le Campus’
Dedicated to Mifa content, the market’s new venue runs June 13-16 with masterclasses, recruitment sessions, and talks; patrons this year include Guillermo del Toro, Nora Twomey, Marguerite Abouet, Masaaki Yuasa, and Jorge R. Gutierrez.
In 2D, 3D, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Short Films, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: All
The Rookie Awards 2023 Competition Now Open
The 13th annual global contest for aspiring creative media and entertainment artists is accepting entries now through June 1.
In 2D, 3D, Art, Awards, Call for Entries, CG, Digital Media, Films, Games, Motion Graphics, People, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
The Rookies Announces its 2023 Global School Rankings
Based on 63,000+ digital media submissions created by 4000+ students, the downloadable report names New3edge in France as #1 in the 50 top international schools list, with Savannah College of Art and Design in the U.S. ranking #2.
In 2D, 3D, Art, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, People, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Podcast EP 196: Pattama Homrod and Building an Animation Career in Thailand
The mixed media artist, stop-motion and 2D animator shares her career journey, including her schooling and how she navigated opportunities to branch off as a freelancer.
RISD Welcomes New Donors for Recently Launched Movement Lab
The Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation will fund two fellows at new center based in the Film / Animation / Video department; Cheryl Henson will support a visiting puppeteer.
Milk VFX Launching Bordeaux Studio in 2023
The award-winning visual effects house to kick off the new year with a new French-based facility helmed by Creative Director/Head of Studio Andy Morley; continued studio expansion follows the recent acquisition of Lola Post Production.
In 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Europe
Podcast EP 189: Eliott Deshusses' Stop-Motion Journey in Germany
The stop-motion animator discusses industry job opportunities in Germany, how he got a rep and shares a behind-the-scenes look at his grad film.
In 3D, CG, Commercials, People, Short Films, Stop-Motion | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, Podcast | Geographic Region: All
FutureWorks Opens VFX Academy in Chennai
The FutureWorks Academy 6-month training program at the Chennai studio includes mentorship, specialized training, and a paid internship; successful graduates are offered a 3-year paid service agreement.
In 3D, Business, CG, Education and Training, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Asia
SCAD Announces 4 New Schools
Savannah College of Art and Design launches the School of Creative Technology, Animation and Motion, Film and Acting, and Visual Communication: courses in new technologies and STEM disciplines prepare students to lead companies, brands, and studios.
In 2D, 3D, Acting, Art, Broadcast Design, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Films, Motion Graphics, Music and Sound, People, Technology, Transmedia, Virtual Production, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
VFS’ ‘Indigenous Peoples Scholarship’ Now Open for Applications
The Vancouver Film School has earmarked up to $162,000 in scholarships to support indigenous students looking to enroll in select creative arts programs in production; the application deadline is July 20.
TeamTo’s ÉCAS Animation School Launches New Dubbing Course
The studio’s free Ecole Cartoucherie Animation Solidaire partners with Frog Box and Titrafilm on a new course to create a more diversified pool of dubbing actors - addressing underrepresentation in the sector - to meet current and anticipated demands.
