ASIFA-Hollywood

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Booth 933

ASIFA-Hollywood supports the animation community by providing the Annie Awards annually (https://annieawards.org/), as well as offering industry benefits to its membership of animation professionals from around the world (https://www.asifa-hollywood .org/).

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PARTICIPANT SCHEDULE

Friday 10/25, 4:30PM-5:30PM

Past Annie Award Winners: How to be Successful in Animation

A panel of well-known animation stars and past Annie award winners will discuss their projects and skills that earned them a prestigious Annie award win. Moderated by ASIFA-Hollywood’s Executive Director Aubry Mintz, the audience will remain engaged with remarkable stories by animation legends discussing both studio and independent production and what it takes to become the top of their field and recognized by their peers. Panel discussion and clips of Annie Award winning projects will be screened.

Saturday 10/26, 1:15PM-2:15PM

ASIFA-Hollywood on Stage: Animation Superstars

A dynamic group of movers and shakers is gearing up to embark on a spirited conversation about the ever-evolving global animation scene, driven by cutting-edge technologies and the transformation of the animation business landscape. The panel will explore how artists can leverage new opportunities and expertly maneuver through the challenges within this rapidly changing environment.

Saturday 10/26, 4:15PM-5:15PM

Movie Magic: Editing for Animated Films

Editing an animated film offers the distinct advantage of cutting the movie with the film’s director before it’s shot. Editors work with storyboards and temporary dialogue to craft and re-craft the story across many iterations before it gets locked and moves forward into production. Meet some of the magicians who helped bring your favorite animated features to life, such as The Wild Robot, Transformers One, The Iron Giant, Spellbound, Ultraman: Rising, and much more!

Sunday 10/27, 12:00PM-1:00PM

Leveling up a Career in Gaming Animation

Unlock the secrets of landing a job in the gaming industry with insider tips from our gaming industry expert panel! Animation leaders from Santa Monica Studio and Respawn will teach you how to craft a killer portfolio, crush your interviews, and navigate the pros and cons of the “animation test.” Our seasoned pros will also break down the current state of the gaming world and share crucial strategies for navigating its challenges. Don’t miss this chance to gain the XP you need to land a job in gaming!