Join us for an egg-citing exploration into the making of the animated sensation, CHICKEN RUN: DAWN OF THE NUGGET, as we bring together the creative visionaries responsible for feathering the nest of this blockbuster. Panelists Anne King (Creative Lead of Puppets) Leyla Hobart (Producer) Rachel Tunnard (Writer) Suzi Fagan Parr (Additional Sequence Director) Moderated By: […]

Join us for an insightful and empowering panel discussion as we bring together a remarkable group of women animation directors to share their personal experiences, triumphs, and tribulations as they navigate a traditionally male-dominated space. The discussion will explore the impact of gender inequality on creative processes, storytelling, and career trajectories, offering a rare glimpse […]

In 1993, Women in Animation started with a simple goal: to foster the careers of women in the animation industry by offering a community of support and connectedness.  It was, as so often said, a different time. Or was it? Join some of the original founding members as they discuss the landscape that sparked the […]

Dive into the World of Gaming & Animation at WIA Portland's first Roundtable! This virtual event, hosted/moderated by Katelyn Goldstein, will focus on Gaming and Animation. We’ll discuss the relationship between both industries including the rise of animation in the gaming industry and the potential for cross-media collaboration. Viewers will have the opportunity to share […]