Manchester Animation Festival Dishes Out Keynote Speaker
– This year’s Manchester Animation Festival, officially sponsored by Lenovo, has revealed their keynote speaker for the annual Animation Nation Forum.
– The forum is scheduled to take place on Thursday, 14th November at the renowned Bridgewater Hall.
– The senior vice president of Distribution & Acquisitions at 9 Story Media Group, Alix Wiseman, is slated to grace the podium for the industry keynote.
– As the premier destination for renowned industry leaders, the forum is a significant part of the Manchester Animation Festival.
– This grand event has highlighted the programme for 2024, ensuring an intriguing lineup for their attendees.
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Stick around folks, here comes the hot take!
Drum roll please for Alix Wiseman, the animation whizz from 9 Story Media Group. You heard it here first, she is our keynote speaker! I mean, who wouldn’t want to glean insights from this powerhouse in 3D animation? It’s like getting a sneak peek into the Picasso of the animation industry’s brain.
What’s more, the folks at Manchester Animation Festival clearly have a knack for making us all feel like we’re lagging behind – they’re already announcing their program for 2024! I’m still trying to figure out what I’m doing next weekend. But hey, at least we have something to look forward to during these chaotic times. Get ready animation enthusiasts, for a time traveling journey into the future of animation!
The Manchester Animation Festival announces its high-profile speaker, Alix Wiseman, for Animation Nation Forum 2024, proudly sponsored by Lenovo. The event set to take place at Bridgewater Hall on 14th November ensures that fresh insights and trends in the animation industry won’t be missed.
Animation industry veteran, Alix Wiseman, will be this year’s keynote speaker at the Animation Nations Forum. As Senior Vice President of Distribution & Acquisitions at 9 Story Media Group, she promises to shed light on the complexities of international distribution, evolving content partnerships, making the opportunities in animation today accessible to everyone.
Alix Wiseman remarked, “I am privileged to be a part of Animation Nation Forum, where I can engage with the imaginative minds of the animation industry and discuss the current challenges we face in the industry. I look forward to delving into the financing obstacles and possible innovative opportunities in the ever-evolving world of animation.”
The focus of this year’s Animation Nation Forum (ANF) will offer a refreshing perspective on the animation industry, highlighting emerging opportunities in the midst of the current challenges traditional media faces. ANF 2024 aims to illuminate new pathways through alternative distribution, innovative business models, and potential publication prospects, enabling the animation industry to thrive amidst any obstacle. Powered by Lenovo, both the ANF and the Manchester Animation Festival are set to take the animation world by storm.
Lenovo expresses its support stating, “We are honored to support the Manchester Animation Festival, the UK’s leading animation event, and contribute to the dynamic growth of this exciting industry.”
Steve Henderson, the Director of Manchester Animation Festival: shares his excitement, “We are thrilled to have Lenovo as our premier supporter for the 2024 Manchester Animation Festival. Their contribution to the animation industry resonates with our mission, providing indispensable support in championing the creative works that make our festival a major event in the UK animation industry”.
The event commences with an enlightening panel discussion, “In The Frame: New Opportunities in Animation”, addressing the current industry issues and exploring how animation content is adapting and innovating across diverse platforms. Another session, “Collaborating Across Continents: The Future of International Co-Production”, discusses the future of global co-productions in the animation industry, discussing the potential opportunities and challenges of cross-border collaborations.
The forum features a roundtable discussion, “State of the Animation Nation”, where industry leaders will provide an overview of the present state and future projections of the animation industry. Also, in the first time in 2024, is the ANF Connect, allowing participants for one-on-one meetings with top industry leaders and concluded by a networking event hosted by King Banana. The Manchester Animation Festival is set to be a compelling event for professionals ready to shape the future of animation.
Manchester Animation Festival will be held across Manchester from 10th – 14th November with both offline and online sessions. More details and ticket information can be found at www.manchesteranimationfestival.co.uk
Original article: https://www.skwigly.co.uk/senior-vice-president-of-distribution-acquisitions-at-9-story-media-group-alix-wiseman-to-deliver-industry-keynote-at-maf/