Rob David Promoted to Senior Vice President of Animation at Mattel Studios
Mattel Studios announced Rob David’s promotion to Senior Vice President of Animation, effective immediately. In his new role, David will oversee development, creative and production for both adult and children’s animated series across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms, including YouTube. He continues to report to President Robbie Brenner and joins the studio’s senior creative leadership team. David brings a track record of Emmy‑nominated projects and IP‑driven content for brands such as Hot Wheels, Barbie, and Masters of the Universe.
JFX Appoints Ingo Putze and Jenn Epstein to Senior Creative Team
JFX has appointed Ingo Putze as VFX Supervisor and Jenn Epstein as Associate VFX Supervisor, expanding its senior creative team after its April 2025 launch. Both bring experience from high‑profile projects such as The Woman King, Shazam! Fury of the Gods, and senior...
Call for Entries: The 30th Edition of Cartoons on the Bay
The Pulcinella Awards, part of the Cartoons on the Bay International Festival of Animation and Transmedia, are now open for 2026 submissions. The competition runs May 27‑30 in Pescara, Italy, with a hard deadline of March 16. Entries are accepted across TV...
