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WIA Global @wiaglobal.bsky.social · 5d

...You know, I think we're so afraid, especially in animation, to show female characters be really silly and be the silliest one in the room."

✏️ Article by Polygon. Read more about this article, link in bio!

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WIA Global @wiaglobal.bsky.social · 5d

🎤It would be the understatement of the year to say that KPop Demon Hunters has taken the world by storm. Writer and Director, Maggie Kang believes that "The most important is I wanted to see really silly women...

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Cartoon Brew @cartoonbrew.bsky.social · 6d

EXCLUSIVE: One of Dr. Jane Goodall’s final narrations brings E.E. Cummings’ poetry to life in Daniel Kreizberg’s new animated short, 'anyone lived in a pretty how town,' premiering at the SCAD Savannah Film Festival.
www.cartoonbrew.com/shorts/anyon...

Daniel Kreizberg’s Jane Goodall-Produced Short Premieres At SCAD

Featuring narration by Jane Goodall, 'anyone lived in a pretty how town' blends E.E. Cummings’ poetry, painterly animation, and orchestral music.

www.cartoonbrew.com

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BRIC Foundation @bricfound.bsky.social · 8d

Curious about a career in Creative Project Management? Tune in to BRIC's free Pre-Apprenticeship Speaker Series on 10/7 for a dynamic look at gaming cinematics through Project Management with help from our friends at ARC Creative.
🔗 Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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WIA Global @wiaglobal.bsky.social · 8d

✏️Circles run from April to July
✏️Mentors must have 3+ years of experience in the field in which they intend to mentor
✏️Circles are one mentor to a small group of 6-10 mentees

💻 Learn more about how to become a WIA mentor, link in bio!

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WIA Global @wiaglobal.bsky.social · 8d

🧑‍🏫 Have you wanted to give back to our animation, VFX, and gaming community but didn’t know how? Then become a mentor for the upcoming 2026 session! We are looking for mentors for the 1st round of 2026 circles.

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WIA Global @wiaglobal.bsky.social · 14d

...with building their portfolio and making important connections that helped them break into the industry.

🗞️ Read more about Zuniga and their journey, link in bio!

WIA Global @wiaglobal.bsky.social · 14d

❤️WIA Alumn Alert!❤️ Cristina Zuniga has worked as a background designer for both Cartoon Network and Netflix. They credit WIA California State University at Fullerton Student Collective and the WIA Mentorship program, along with the guidance and education she received at university...

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WIA Global @wiaglobal.bsky.social · 15d

Will you be at Lightbox Expo? Come join us for lunch at WIA's Meet & Mingle in the Park!🌳
🗓️ Saturday, October 25
🌳 Central Park, 275 S. Raymond Ave. Pasadena, CA
🕒 2 - 3PM
✏️ Bring your lunch and sketchbooks!

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WIA Global @wiaglobal.bsky.social · 16d

🎉 WIA MEMBERSHIP MONDAY 🎉

Did you have to miss that great WIA webinar last week?

No worries! As a WIA Maker-level member (or above), you can access the full WIA Video Library!

Join or upgrade today by clicking the link in our bio!

#WIA WeAreWIA #MembershipMondays

WIA Global @wiaglobal.bsky.social · 21d

The Animation is Film Festival line-up is here! AIF’s returning “Best Of Annecy” in partnership with Women In Animation (WIA). Grab your tickets now!

🎬 Friday, October 17, 2025
🕡 6:30PM
🎭 6801 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028, USA

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WIA Global @wiaglobal.bsky.social · 22d

🔴 NOTE: This is a WIA members-only event. Not a member yet? Join today! Membership details link in bio!

WIA Global @wiaglobal.bsky.social · 22d

🎃🥂In-Person HalloWIA
DATE: Thurs. Oct. 23, 2025
TIME: 6-8 p.m. PT
LOCATION: Idle Hour | 4824 Vineland Ave. North Hollywood, CA 91601
*Attendees must be 21+. All members are allowed one guest.

🎃 💻 Virtual HalloWIA
DATE: Thurs. Oct. 30, 2025
TIME: 6-7:30 p.m. PT
VIRTUAL on WIA Discord

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WIA Global @wiaglobal.bsky.social · 22d

👻 Do you love the spooky season as much as we do?🎃 Then don’t miss our annual Halloween in-person and virtual HalloWIA event! Come and enjoy festive networking and some scary fun!

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WIA Global @wiaglobal.bsky.social · 22d

🏆We congratulate the Might Oak team on their Emmy win!🏆 Mighty Oak earned a Creative Arts Emmy on Outstanding Motion Design for their episode, Octopus.

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BRIC Foundation @bricfound.bsky.social · 22d

📣 BRIC is partnering with Group Effort Initiative to offer a Marketing Coordinator Apprenticeship for aspiring entertainment industry professionals.

Eligibility:
✅ Current California resident
✅ Veteran OR 18–24 years old
✅ Authorized to work in the US

⏰ Deadline: Sept. 21
🔗 Link in bio to apply

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WIA Global @wiaglobal.bsky.social · 24d

📣 MEMBERSHIP MONDAY 📣

WIA Maker-level members (or above) get FULL ACCESS to the WIA job board.

View dozens of global industry jobs posted every week. Your future in the industry starts here!

Join or upgrade your membership today by clicking the link in our bio!

#WIA #WeAreWIA #MembershipMondays

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Animation Magazine @animag.bsky.social · Sep 9

Today, KitBash3D, a pioneer in 3D asset kits for films and games, and Greyscalegorilla, creator of some of the most popular motion design plugins in the world, are joining forces.
www.animationmagazine.net/2025/09/kitb...

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WIA Global @wiaglobal.bsky.social · 29d

Thank you!

katyblakely.bsky.social @katyblakely.bsky.social · 29d

This is a great oppurtunity for any students getting started in the industry.

WIA Global @wiaglobal.bsky.social · 29d

🌟 Want a FREE WIA Membership? 🌟

You may qualify for a complimentary Creator-level membership from the Fumi Kitahara Membership Fund.

Click the link in our bio to learn more about the fund and to apply. Applications close September 30, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. PT.

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katyblakely.bsky.social @katyblakely.bsky.social · 29d

This is a great oppurtunity for any students getting started in the industry.

WIA Global @wiaglobal.bsky.social · 29d

🌟 Want a FREE WIA Membership? 🌟

You may qualify for a complimentary Creator-level membership from the Fumi Kitahara Membership Fund.

Click the link in our bio to learn more about the fund and to apply. Applications close September 30, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. PT.

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WIA Global @wiaglobal.bsky.social · 29d

🌟 Want a FREE WIA Membership? 🌟

You may qualify for a complimentary Creator-level membership from the Fumi Kitahara Membership Fund.

Click the link in our bio to learn more about the fund and to apply. Applications close September 30, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. PT.

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WIA Global @wiaglobal.bsky.social · Sep 8

It's Membership Monday!

On Mondays we'll share perks of a WIA Membership! Monthly virtual networking, access to dozens of industry jobs, ability to apply for the WIA Mentorship program, and more! Find out which membership level is right for you!

Click the link in our bio to become a member today!

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WIA Global @wiaglobal.bsky.social · Sep 4

🗓️ Thurs. Sept 18, 2025
🕔 5 p.m. PT
💻 VIRTUAL

🔴NOTE: This is a WIA members-only perk. Not a member yet? No problem! Link is in our bio under WIA EVENTS!

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WIA Global @wiaglobal.bsky.social · Sep 4

🤝 Connect with fellow members from around the globe, exchange ideas, and expand your professional network in animation, VFX, and gaming. Whether you’re looking for collaboration opportunities, career insights, or just some great conversations with like-minded creatives, this event is for you!

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WIA Global @wiaglobal.bsky.social · Sep 2

🗞️ Article by Auto Straddle. Read more about this article, link in bio!