Animation Ireland is the trade association for the leading Irish animation studios working together to promote Ireland’s world class sector internationally. With millions of children watching animated programmes produced here, Ireland is a recognised leader for TV, Film, Games and Visual Effects.
The Irish animation industry has experienced substantial growth since 2010 and has emerged as a central component of Ireland’s digital and creative economy. Award winning Irish studios employ more than 1,000 full time staff.
Ireland is one of the best places in Europe and the World to produce animation. Ireland has one of the best Tax Credits in Europe, with up to 32% tax credit available on eligible Irish expenditure. The Irish passion for storytelling and the arts has a created a culture perfectly suited for world class animation studios to thrive upon.
To become a member or to advertise for jobs you can contact us on info@animationireland.com.
Animation Ireland Board
Industry Chair: Paul Young, Cartoon Saloon
Independent Chair: John Phelan, Halcyon Business Solutions
Treasurer: Ronan McCabe, Double Z Enterprises
Secretary: Caoimhe Ni Bhradaigh
Cathal Gaffney, Brown Bag Films
Gary Timpson, Kavaleer Productions
John Reynolds, JAM Media
Moe Honan, Moetion Films
Niamh Herrity, Pink Kong Studios
Deirdre Barry, Salty Dog Pictures
Animation Ireland trading as The Association of Animation Producers in Ireland is a company limited by guarantee.
The Association of Animation Producers in Ireland Ltd,
The Guinness Enterprise Centre,
Taylors Lane,
Dublin 8.
Co Reg number: 556477
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