Has China Jumped the Shark?
China’s changing media environment and the pivot of attention to Southeast Asia.
In Business, People, Places | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: All, Asia
Tagged With: Media
MIPCOM 2022 is Coming to Cannes
Begins: October 11, 2022
The world’s largest entertainment content market runs October 11 – 14.
In 2D, 3D, Business, Cartoons, Event, People, Places | Event Types: Business / Management, Conferences, Licensing, Trade Shows
Mighty Coconut Staffs Up in Wake of ‘Walkabout Mini Golf’ VR Success
Entertainment studio bolsters leadership team with trio of new hires; Don Carson named Senior Art Director, Michèle Martell, Licensing & Legal Counsel and David Wyatt, Head of Communications & Business Strategy.
Pixotope Adds 3 Key Hires to Global Leadership Team
Mixed reality software company taps broadcast and media industry veterans Ben Davenport, David Cheng and Travis Sims as VP for global marketing, VP sales & marketing EMEA, and strategic account manager for North America, respectively.
In 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Technology, AR/VR/XR | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
DreamWorks Animation and Stephen Curry Team on Kids and Family Content
First-ever Comcast NBCUniversal ‘Global Talent Partnership’ deal extends content opportunities with NBA MVP’s media company across media giant’s entire portfolio, including first look deals with Universal Studio Group and DWA.
‘Masha and the Bear’ Feature in Development
Animaccord’s expansion plans for Masha’s world through 2025 include a feature film, podcasts, tech-driven content, and custom-made content for social media platforms.
In 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All
49th Annual Annie Awards Now Open for Submissions
ASIFA-Hollywood issues call for entries; honoring excellence in the field of animation, awards will be presented in 36 categories at ceremony set for February 26, 2022.
In Awards, Business, Event, Films, People, Short Films, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Vancouver Animation School Expands to Brazil
Online platform to launch first class in Brazil in Fall 2021; free introductory Zoom workshop/webinars set for July 31 and September 4.
In 2D, 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, People | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America, South America
MIPCOM 2021 is Happening in Cannes
Begins: October 11, 2021
The world’s largest entertainment content market is coming October 11 – 14.
In 2D, 3D, Broadcast Design, Business, Cartoons, CG, Commercials, Corrections, Digital Media, Event, Films, Games, Home Entertainment, Interactive, Licensing, Mobile and Wireless, Motion Graphics, People, Places, Short Films, Television, Transmedia | Event Types: Business / Management, Conferences, Exhibits, Television, Trade Shows, Transmedia
VFX Artist Ruben Vandebroek Joins Preymaker
Studio taps industry veteran’s creative and technical expertise to further their advancements in innovation and invention.
In 3D, Business, CG, Commercials, Digital Media, People, Technology, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
The Sun Rises
What’s in a name? Plenty, when it’s ‘Dr. Sun.’
In 2D, Business, Festival, Films, People, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: Asia
Epic MegaGrants Passes $60 Million in Support, New Recipients Announced
By supporting nearly 1,000 teams and individuals so far, Epic Games cements commitment to furthering the progress of a range of creators to do outstanding work with Unreal Engine or contributing to open source capabilities for the 3D graphics community.
In 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, Diversity and Inclusion, Education and Training, Films, Games, People, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Short Films, Technology, Virtual Production, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Foundry Launches Modo 14 Series Complete
Full three-part release features updates in direct and procedural modeling, rendering, animation, and rigging; update review webinar set for November 17.
In 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, Films, Games, People, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Technology, Television, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
9 Story Media Group Announces Strategic Hires to Bolster Senior Leadership
Additions across distribution, development, legal, and technology include veteran executives Joss Duffield; Gráinne McNamara; Jennifer Bol; and Boris Beaubien.
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.
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MIPCOM 2020 is Happening in Cannes
Begins: October 12, 2020
The world’s largest entertainment content market is coming October 12 – 15; MIPCOM Online+ gives access to those who can’t attend.
Jason Kilar Named WarnerMedia CEO
Founding Hulu CEO and former Amazon SVP will report to AT&T President and COO John Stankey.
In Business, Digital Media, Jobs & Recruiting, People | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Foundry Releases Flix 6.3
Latest release includes new levels of security, faster imports and enhanced editorial control.
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SIGGRAPH Asia 2019 Invites You to the “Dream Zone”
Dive into the future of digital imagery, visualization, and animation while examining the challenges of technology with sessions led by industry leaders in CGI, FX, animation and research.
Antonio Julio Joins BOXX Technologies as VP of Sales
Veteran technology industry executive will help expand computer hardware manufacturer’s global strategic customer and partnership development efforts.
In 3D, CG, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Technology, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Academy Museum to Offer Free Admission to Visitors Under 18
The George Lucas Family Foundation has provided a transformative grant in support of the museum’s educational mission.
ITFS Announces 2019 Program
Highlights from 26th event edition include GameZone interactive installations, a new immersive media and pop culture conference, a special track on Science, Games and Animation and numerous premieres and screenings.
In 2D, 3D, Awards, CG, Event, Festival, Films, Games, Music and Sound, Short Films, Television, AR/VR/XR | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX, ITFS | Geographic Region: Europe
VR’s Inflection Point
Will the VR revolution be stunted by its own myopic evangelists?
In Business, CG, Films, Short Films, Technology, AR/VR/XR | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post, VFXWorld | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: All
China's Changing Game
Ex-pat animation producer gives the inside scoop in freewheeling podcast.
In Business, Films, People, Places, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: Reality Bites | Geographic Region: Asia
