We, creators, professionals, companies, and organisations from the film and audiovisual sector, along with culturally engaged citizens, unite to defend our right to tell our own stories – stories rooted in our cultures, languages, and identities – and to ensure that people everywhere can continue to access and enjoy them. For decades, governments and institutions around the world have supported... Read more...
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Irish Animation Awards 2025: Nominees Announced
Ireland’s globally renowned animation sector will gather together to celebrate creativity and innovation at the 2025 Irish Animation Awards in Galway on Saturday May 24th. The nominees for this year’s awards have been announced today by Animation Ireland, the representative trade body for animation studios across the island of Ireland. More than 328 entries have been viewed and considered by... Read more...
Animation Ireland’s Meitheal 2025
The annual industry conference exploring the business of animation with guest speakers including Common Side Effects’ Supervising Producer Max Minor Nickelodeon Animation Vice President Patty Henry Robinson Chair of Ireland’s AI Council Dr. Patricia Scanlon Gen Z & A Media Strategist Jo Redfern. Friday May 23, 2025 The Galway Bay Hotel, Salthill, Galway from 9.30am Free registration now open at... Read more...
Winners announced at RTÉjr Animation Dingle Awards 2025
In its 13th year, Animation Dingle Festival has once again proven to be a resounding success! From early last year, we engaged the animation community, with over 750 registered animators answering the call and participating in the selection process, culminating in a weekend filled with creativity and inspiration in the beautiful setting of Dingle. The festival wishes to thank our industry... Read more...
Animation Dingle honours Andrew Fitzpatrick, Monster Entertainment with the prestigious Murakami Award
Andrew Fitzpatrick, Chairman of Monster Entertainment, the Dublin-based distribution, production, and brand management company is the 13th recipient of the Murakami award. On receiving news of the award, Andrew said “I am really thrilled to receive this great recognition. Being part of the vibrant and incredibly talented animation industry here in Ireland has been such a privilege. The creativity, passion, and... Read more...