Call for projects for the Young Horizons Industry, international co-production forum for films and series for young audiences is now open

The call for projects for the Young Horizons Industry forum is open until 19 April. We are waiting forsubmissions of full-length films and series projects for young audiences, at various stages of development and production. For the first time, we also invite creators to submit their completed films to the Young Horizons International Film Festival. The goal of the forum... Read more...

CCIS launch Lunch and Learn Programme for the Legal Aspects of Animation

Following the success of the Freelancers Guide to Tax, Animation Ireland, in partnership with Cultural and Creative Industries Skillnet and Coimisiún na Meán, is delighted to announce a new Lunch and Learn Programme. This is a monthly programme held with legal experts Catherine Keane from Cartoon Saloon and Robert Grimes from Lighthouse Studios who will enlighten and inform attendees on... Read more...

Animation Ireland Welcomes Enter Yes and Revelator as Their Newest Members!

Animation Ireland continues to grow, welcoming two new studios, Enter Yes and Revelator, to the organisation. We are proudly representing 43 members throughout the entire island of Ireland! Enter Yes™ is an award winning VFX and Animation studio that specialises in high end visuals for film, television and games. We centre on the interpretation of emotion and creativity, intersecting new... Read more...

Fresh Film announce new industry partnerships with Animation Ireland, Screen Producers Ireland, and Bow Street Academy

Today, March 26, Fresh Film announced a number of exciting new film industry partnerships for Ireland’s Young Filmmaker of the Year Awards (IYFTYs). Screen Producers Ireland, Animation Ireland, and Bow Street Academy join the Fresh Film community as prestigious awards partners, enhancing opportunities in filmmaking for young cinematic talent across Ireland and beyond. As the 28th edition of the Fresh International Film Festival approaches, running from April 15th... Read more...

WIA Ireland announces Kirsten Shiel and Lynne Guthrie as its new Co-Chairs!

WIA Ireland announced the appointment of Kirsten Shiel and Lynne Guthrie as its new Co-Chairs at Animation Dingle. This marks the next phase in the organisation’s history as it celebrates its 10-year anniversary. With new leadership and an updated vision, WIA Ireland is set to build upon the work done by pioneering creatives and will continue to advance the presence and influence of women and... Read more...