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Support ASIFA-Hollywood by Making a Donation during Giving Tuesday! Besides the Annie Awards, industry screenings & even...
03/12/2024

Support ASIFA-Hollywood by Making a Donation during Giving Tuesday!


Besides the Annie Awards, industry screenings & events, and other membership programming that celebrates our community, ASIFA-Hollywood, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is also involved in educational programs and scholarships via our Educators Forum, film preservation, archival curation, open source software support, and our philanthropic Animation Aid program.


If you would like to make a general or dedicated donation to ASIFA-Hollywood’s various programs, you can donate via the Venmo app, or by visiting https://account.venmo.com/u/ASIFA-Hollywood. To donate via PayPal, please click here. To donate via Zelle, send to [email protected]. For Venmo, PayPal or Zelle, please indicate which specific program(s) you’d like to donate to, or simply state “general fund”.

You can also ask your employer to match your donation to ASIFA-Hollywood via Benevity!

ASIFA-Hollywood also offers gift certificates for Memberships! If you’re looking for a great gift for Animation Enthusiasts and Professionals, this is the perfect holiday gift! If you are interested or would like to learn more, email Membership Support at [email protected].


If you have any questions, please contact ASIFA-Hollywood via email at [email protected].

Tickets for the 52nd Annie Awards™ celebration on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at UCLA’s Royce Hall are on sale at https:/...
02/12/2024

Tickets for the 52nd Annie Awards™ celebration on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at UCLA’s Royce Hall are on sale at https://members.asifa-hollywood.org/tickets. Buy yours now!

Tickets are $300 each and include the reception, ceremony and after-party. For complete ticket and event information, please visit the Annie Awards™ website at www.annieawards.org.

The UCLA Box Office will send QR codes for all tickets purchased once the seating is completed. Having your QR code(s) available will mean no need to stand in line to get your tickets at the event and a longer time to enjoy the reception festivities. The party will begin at 4:30 p.m, the Anie Awards ceremony at 7:00 followed by the after party.

28/11/2024

Happy Thanksgiving from your friends at ASIFA-Hollywood!

Become an ASIFA-Hollywood Member and begin enjoying member benefits immediately! ASIFA-Hollywood offers forums and event...
25/11/2024

Become an ASIFA-Hollywood Member and begin enjoying member benefits immediately!

ASIFA-Hollywood offers forums and events for members to develop and exchange ideas and discuss trends. It also provides opportunities for students and fans to interact with professionals, learn about exciting new developments, and celebrate the pioneers who paved the way.

Join, renew, or upgrade to an ASIFA-Hollywood professional or patron-level membership to submit your Annie voter application to be a voter for the 52nd Annie Award™. (If you have already been approved to vote in the past, you do not need to apply again.)

The deadline to join ASIFA-Hollywood or to renew professional-level memberships and register to participate in the 52nd Annie Award™ voting is midnight Friday, January 10th, 2025.

For details on ASIFA-Hollywood memberships, please visit http://www.asifa-hollywood.org/membership.

Thank you to all our panelists who spoke in our four panels at !The panels featured a diverse lineup of film editors, a...
07/11/2024

Thank you to all our panelists who spoke in our four panels at !

The panels featured a diverse lineup of film editors, animators, directors, and designers, offering attendees a unique opportunity to explore the creative processes behind the industry’s most compelling work.

Panels included:

Past Annie Award Winners: How to be Successful in Animation with Panelists Sanjay Patel (Ghee Happy), Raymond Persi (Snoopy Presents: One-of-a-Kind Marcie), Toby Wilson (Blue Eye Samurai), Justine King (The Little Poet) and Aubry Mintz (Moderator)

ASIFA-Hollywood on Stage: Animation Superstars with Brooke Keesling (Moderator), Andy Bialk (Character Designer), Miranda Dressler (Character and Prop Designer), Jay Hasrajani (Writer), Shannon Tindle (Director, Ultraman), Marlon West (Head of Effects / VFX Supervisor at Walt Disney Feature Animation Studios), and Carol Wyatt (Director, Designer, and Painter)

Movie Magic: Editing for Animated Films with Panelists Mary Blee (The Wild Robot), Susan Fitzer (Spellbound), Lynn Hobson (Transformers One), Darren Holmes, ACE (The Iron Giant) and Bret Marnell, ACE (Ultraman: Rising) and Carolyn Giardina (Senior Entertainment Technology & Crafts Editor, Moderator)

Leveling up a Career in Gaming Animation with Erica Pinto, Alex Smith, Nathan Dunlap, and Bruno Velazque

If you're attending The World Animation Summit, check out our panel: Annie Award Winners Discuss the State of Animation ...
06/11/2024

If you're attending The World Animation Summit, check out our panel: Annie Award Winners Discuss the State of Animation and How to Save It, TODAY - November 6th, 10:00 am - 10:50 am PT in the Garland Ballroom!

2024 has been a tough year for the industry. With massive layoffs, industry-wide cutbacks and the looming threat of being replaced by AI, animation professionals have had to band together to make realistic demands from the studios and other major producing entities. Some of the key players in the animation world and previous Annie Award winners will discuss the future of the industry in L.A. and worldwide and discuss practical ways to move forward without sacrificing job security, artistic integrity and quality of life.

Panelists will include Annie Award winners: Sanjay Patel (Ghee Happy), Raymond S. Persi (Snoopy Presents: One-of-a-Kind Marcie), Amber Noizumi (Blue Eye Samurai), Justine King (The Little Poet).

To learn more, visit https://animationmagazine.net/summit/2024-schedule/

If you're attending The World Animation Summit, check out our panel: Annie Award Winners Discuss the State of Animation ...
04/11/2024

If you're attending The World Animation Summit, check out our panel: Annie Award Winners Discuss the State of Animation and How to Save It on November 6th, 10:00 am - 10:50 am PT in the Garland Ballroom!

2024 has been a tough year for the industry. With massive layoffs, industry-wide cutbacks and the looming threat of being replaced by AI, animation professionals have had to band together to make realistic demands from the studios and other major producing entities. Some of the key players in the animation world and previous Annie Award winners will discuss the future of the industry in L.A. and worldwide and discuss practical ways to move forward without sacrificing job security, artistic integrity and quality of life.

Panelists will include Annie Award winners: Sanjay Patel (Ghee Happy), Raymond S. Persi (Snoopy Presents: One-of-a-Kind Marcie), Amber Noizumi (Blue Eye Samurai), Justine King (The Little Poet).

To learn more, visit https://animationmagazine.net/summit/2024-schedule/

ASIFA-Hollywood has posted the 52nd Annie Awards Call for Entries! List of Deadlines:Final Deadline: TODAY!!! - October ...
30/10/2024

ASIFA-Hollywood has posted the 52nd Annie Awards Call for Entries!

List of Deadlines:
Final Deadline: TODAY!!! - October 30th, 2024

For submission rules and information please visit https://annieawards.org/rules-and-categories. The deadline to submit projects for consideration in the 51st Annies is Wednesday, October 30th, 2024 by 5pm PST.

Honoring excellence in the field of animation, the 52nd Annie Awards™ covers 37 categories, including Animated Feature, Animated Feature-Independent, TV/Media Production, Sponsored Production, Short Subject, and Student Films, along with Achievement and Honorary awards.

Production and Achievement submissions will be from animated productions that were released in the United States between January 1 and December 31, 2024. Sponsored films, short subjects, special projects, student films, and grand prize winners from our qualifying international festivals can submit in Production categories with or without United States releases.

Details regarding Annie rules and dates can be found at the Annie Award™ website, https://annieawards.org.

If you're attending , Join Us for our Panel "Leveling up a Career in Gaming Animation", TODAY - October 27th, 2024 at 1...
27/10/2024

If you're attending , Join Us for our Panel "Leveling up a Career in Gaming Animation", TODAY - October 27th, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1pm in Ballroom F!

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!

Panelists will include Erica Pinto, Alex Smith, Nathan Dunlap, and Bruno Velazque.

To learn more, visit https://lightboxexpo.com/participant/asifa-hollywood/

If you're attending , Join Us for our Panel "Leveling up a Career in Gaming Animation", TOMORROW - Sunday, October 27th...
26/10/2024

If you're attending , Join Us for our Panel "Leveling up a Career in Gaming Animation", TOMORROW - Sunday, October 27th, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1pm in Ballroom F!

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!

Panelists will include Erica Pinto, Alex Smith, Nathan Dunlap, and Bruno Velazque.

To learn more, visit https://lightboxexpo.com/participant/asifa-hollywood/

If you're attending , join us for our Panel "Movie Magic: Editing for Animated Films", TODAY - October 26th, 2024, from...
26/10/2024

If you're attending , join us for our Panel "Movie Magic: Editing for Animated Films", TODAY - October 26th, 2024, from 4:15 pm to 5:15pm in Room 207!

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 help bring your favorite animated features to life! Guests will include Mary Blee (The Wild Robot), Susan Fitzer (Spellbound), Lynn Hobson (Transformers One), Darren Holmes, ACE (The Iron Giant) and Bret Marnell, ACE (Ultraman: Rising). The panel will be moderated by Carolyn Giardina (Senior Entertainment Technology & Crafts Editor).

To learn more, visit https://lightboxexpo.com/participant/asifa-hollywood/

If you're attending , join us for our Panel "ASIFA-Hollywood on Stage: Animation Superstars" TODAY - October 26th, 2024...
26/10/2024

If you're attending , join us for our Panel "ASIFA-Hollywood on Stage: Animation Superstars" TODAY - October 26th, 2024, from 1:15 pm to 2:15 pm in Room 204!

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.

Moderated by ASIFA-Hollywood’s vice president Brooke Keesling, the panel will include Andy Bialk (Character Designer), Miranda Dressler (Character and Prop Designer), Jay Hasrajani (Writer), Shannon Tindle (Director, Ultraman), Marlon West (Head of Effects / VFX Supervisor at Walt Disney Feature Animation Studios), and Carol Wyatt (Director, Designer, and Painter).

To learn more, visit https://lightboxexpo.com/participant/asifa-hollywood/

If you're attending , join us for our Panel "Movie Magic: Editing for Animated Films", TOMORROW - Saturday, October 26t...
26/10/2024

If you're attending , join us for our Panel "Movie Magic: Editing for Animated Films", TOMORROW - Saturday, October 26th, 2024, from 4:15 pm to 5:15pm in Room 207!

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 help bring your favorite animated features to life! Guests will include Mary Blee (The Wild Robot), Susan Fitzer (Spellbound), Lynn Hobson (Transformers One), Darren Holmes, ACE (The Iron Giant) and Bret Marnell, ACE (Ultraman: Rising). The panel will be moderated by Carolyn Giardina (Senior Entertainment Technology & Crafts Editor).

To learn more, visit https://lightboxexpo.com/participant/asifa-hollywood/

If you're attending , join us for our Panel "ASIFA-Hollywood on Stage: Animation Superstars" TOMORROW - Saturday, Octob...
25/10/2024

If you're attending , join us for our Panel "ASIFA-Hollywood on Stage: Animation Superstars" TOMORROW - Saturday, October 26th, 2024, from 1:15 pm to 2:15 pm in Room 204!

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.

Moderated by ASIFA-Hollywood’s vice president Brooke Keesling, the panel will include Andy Bialk (Character Designer), Miranda Dressler (Character and Prop Designer), Jay Hasrajani (Writer), Shannon Tindle (Director, Ultraman), Marlon West (Head of Effects / VFX Supervisor at Walt Disney Feature Animation Studios), and Carol Wyatt (Director, Designer, and Painter).

To learn more, visit https://lightboxexpo.com/participant/asifa-hollywood/

If you're attending , Join Us for our Panel "Past Annie Award Winners: How to be Successful in Animation," TODAY - Octo...
25/10/2024

If you're attending , Join Us for our Panel "Past Annie Award Winners: How to be Successful in Animation," TODAY - October 25, 2024, from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm in Room 208.

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. 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. Confirmed panelists will include Annie Award winners Sanjay Patel (Ghee Happy), Raymond Persi (Snoopy Presents: One-of-a-Kind Marcie), Toby Wilson (Blue Eye Samurai), and Justine King (The Little Poet).

To learn more, visit https://lightboxexpo.com/participant/asifa-hollywood/

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Happy Thanksgiving from your friends at ASIFA-Hollywood! #asifahollywood #thanksgiving

#asifahollywood will take center stage at #sdcc from July 24 through July 28, 2024! Make sure to visit our booth at space 1534 to meet our team and connect with fellow animation enthusiasts. Sign up for an ASIFA-Hollywood membership right at Comic-Con to snag exclusive swag. Are you not a member yet? Visit our booth to learn about the benefits of joining or to chat with us. We are also excited to host a variety of artists who will showcase and sell their work. This is a fantastic opportunity to meet talented creators, learn about their craft, and purchase unique pieces. We invite you to come by our booth, explore their displays, and support these artists by taking home a one-of-a-kind artwork. We will be showcasing Jacque Pche (www.instagram.com/jacquepche) on July 24th from 6-9pm & July 25th from 9am-7pm, Leah Zink (https://www.instagram.com/artofzink_) on July 26th from 9am-7pm, Isabella Martinez (https://www.instagram.com/bellacgart/) on July 27th from 9am-7pm and Jiyoung Choi (www.instagram.com/jiyoung2art) on July 28th from 9am-5pm. To learn more, visit https://www.asifa-hollywood.org/asifa-hollywood-at-san-diego-comic-con-2024/. #asifahollywood #exhibitingartists #sdcc

And the Annie Award for Best TV/Media - Limited Series goes to . . . Kizazi Moto: Generation Fire! #51stannieawards #asifahollywood

And the Annie Award for Best TV/Media - Mature goes to . . . Blue Eye Samurai! #51stannieawards #asifahollywood

And the Annie Award for Best TV/Media - Children goes to . . . Hilda! #51stannieawards #asifahollywood

And the Annie Award for Best TV/Media - Preschool goes to . . . Ghee Happy! #51stannieawards #asifahollywood

And the Annie Award for Best Direction - TV/Media goes to . . . Paul Young for Star Wars: Visions! #51stannieawards #asifahollywood

And the Annie Award for Best Storyboarding - TV/Media goes to . . . Ben Juwono for Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur! #51stannieawards #asifahollywood

And the Annie Award for Best Feature goes to . . . Spider-Man: Across the Spiderverse! #51stannieawards #asifahollywood

And the Annie Award for Best Storyboarding - Feature goes to . . . Hayao Miyazaki for The Boy and the Heron. #51stannieawards #asifahollywood

And the Annie Award for Best Feature - Independent goes to . . . Robot Dreams! #51stannieawards #asifahollywood

And the Annie Award for Best Writing - Feature goes to . . . Robert L. Baird and Lloyd Taylor for Nimona! #51stannieawards #asifahollywood

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