Every year at the beginning of June, Annecy in France becomes the capital of animated film for six days. It is an opportunity for professionals and fans to discover new productions from around the world. Since 1960, the city of Annecy in Haute-Savoie has hosted the Festival International du Film d'Animation d'Annecy (Annecy International Animated Film Festival), an event that brings together fans and professionals of the sector. For six days, the city comes alive through screenings held in various venues across the city and on the Pâquier, a vast outdoor promenade along Lake Annecy. Each edition focuses on a different theme.
The festival also enables professionals to meet at the Marché International du Film d’Animation (Mifa, or International Animation Film Market). This three-day event is dedicated to the development of the animation industry to encourage the creation of projects and distribution of works, promote inter-professional exchanges and meetings, close partnerships and co-productions, and also discover the latest trends in the sector.
As part of this years Annecy International Animated Film Festival and Market, Nickelodeon will be showcasing Nickelodeon's Global Animated Shorts Programme!
Nickelodeon's Annecy International Animated Film Festival and Market (MIFA) 2015 Program:
Wednesday, 17 June / 16:00 / Salle Pierre Lamy
Nickelodeon's Global Animated Shorts Program:
Please join Nickelodeon's Nina Hahn, SVP Production Development, and Phil Rynda, Vice President Artist Development, as they showcase original work and give a behind-the-scenes look at Nickelodeon's Global Animated Shorts Programme.
For the past four years, Nickelodeon has worked with creative talent from around the world to generate original short-form content for kids. Through this programme, Nickelodeon has helped creators find their voices, helped artists to explore exciting new aesthetics and techniques and helped studios produce world class animation. All of these ingredients have combined to make not only an exciting group of shorts, but has also helped Nick find some of their next big Nickelodeon animated series.
During this presentation, attendees will discover what Nickelodeon looks for in a submission, who should apply and what resources are available to help talent showcase their individual creative voice.
Friday, 19 June / 16:00 / Salle Pierre Lamy
FISHtory in The Making: The Evolution of SpongeBob SquarePants:
Starting in 1999, Nickelodeon's "SpongeBob SquarePants" is a world-renowned series that chronicles the adventures of SpongeBob, an incurably optimistic sea sponge, and his friends. In this panel the producers and artists will share the inspirations that have helped create the show's unique style and characters in a great opportunity to learn, firsthand, what goes into making an iconic property.
Speakers:
Vincent Waller, Creative Director, Nickelodeon Animation Studio, USA
Peter Bennett, Art Director, Nickelodeon Animation Studio, USA
Teale Wang, Color Supervisor, Nickelodeon Animation Studio, USA
Jennie Monica, Producer, Nickelodeon Animation Studio, USA
Kenny Pittenger, Background Layout Supervisor, Nickelodeon Animation Studio, USA
Moderator:
Claudia Spinelli, Vice President, Nickelodeon Animation Studio, USA
Nickelodeon Screenings!
"Breadwinners" episode "Employee of the Month":
Tuesday, 16 June / 14:00 / MJC Novel
Wednesday, 17 June / 15:00 / Pathé Annecy Pathé 4
Thursday, 18 June / 10:00 / Pathé Annecy Pathé 1
Open-air screening of "The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water":
Thursday 18 June 22:15 - Le Pâquier - version: VF
Admission info: Open to all, first come first seated
About "Breadwinners" episode "Employee of the Month":
SwaySway gives the Rocket Van a prestigious award, unintentionally hurting Buhdeuce's feelings. Never one to give up, Buhdeuce sets out on a mission to learn the secrets to the Rocket Van's success. (TV film in competition)
The film:
Film identity:
Directed by: Gary DIRAFFAELE, Steve BORST, Chris MARTIN
Country: USA
Year of production: 2014
Running time: 11 min
Technique:
Category: TV serie
Techniques used: 2D Computer, Photos, Diverse techniques
Process: Colour
Target public: Kids
Credits:
Directed by: Gary DIRAFFAELE, Steve BORST, Chris MARTIN
Production: NICKELODEON ANIMATION STUDIOS, Lizbeth VELASCO
About "The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water":
The heroes from Bikini Bottom are coming up to the surface to lounge with you on the Pâquier!
SpongeBob SquarePants leads a happy life in Bikini Bottom with his best buddy Patrick the Starfish. But one day, the famous Krabby Patty recipe gets stolen while Mr. Krabs and Plankton are arguing. SpongeBob gathers his friends (and enemies) to form an unstoppable team and bring order back to the town that has collapsed into chaos. Together through thick and thin, they'll face off against the man behind the theft, the evil pirate Burger Beard! Come meet up with your heroes who will be sporting new superpowers at this open-air screening that's sure to make waves!
Director: Paul Tibbitt
USA, Nickelodeon Movies and Paramount Animation
2015, 92 min, all audiences
Nickelodeon's booth at Annecy International Animated Film Festival and Market 2015! Photo by Karen Kirkland, Vice President of the Nickelodeon Writing Program, the Nickelodeon Artist Program and Nickelodeon Talent Outreach.
Wednesday, 17 June - Friday, 19 June / 9:30 - 19:00 / Booth 4.C09
Nickelodeon is on a mission to find innovative and creative talent!
Come meet with Nickelodeon execs, artists, and Nickelodeon's Studio recruiter to learn about the Nickelodeon International Writing Program, Internships (NICKternships), and other career opportunities.
Don't forget your portfolio or demo reel!
In addition, join Nickelodeon on Thursday, 18 June for a series of Roundtable Sessions with the Breadwinners crew!
Writing for Animation with Steve Borst
[Co-creator, Executive Producer, Story Editor]
14:00
Music Composition with Tommy Sica
[Composer, Co-producer]
14:30
Creation and Collaboration in Animation with Gary Di Raffaele (Co-creator, Executive Producer)
15:00
* Seating will be first come, first served.
Additionally, to celebrate Annecy International Animated Film Festival and Market's (MIFA) 30th anniversary, SpongeBob and Nickelodeon have sent the annual festival a very special video message! In the video, below, SpongeBob and his best friend, Patrick the Starfish, have received their invitation to Mifa's 30th anniversary, but as usual, Patrick is having a hard time making sense of it all. Oh well, it's the thought that counts!:
Sources: Nickelodeon Animation Studio's official Tumblr blog, Annecy.org, France.fr.
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