Cartoon Network is hosting a celebration of Women in the World of Animation at the Annecy Animation Festival and MIFA this week. They have now announced that they will be helping the next generation of animation talent by sponsoring a female student, in what they say is an effort to discover and support more female talent to become the creators of the future. The studio will be supporting a student at The Animation Workshop, which is an animation school that is part of Denmark-based Via University College.
The identity of the student will be revealed at a special studio panel, aptly titled Cartoon Network Celebrates Women In The World Of Animation. This panel will host a wide array of exclusive content as well as featuring some of Cartoon Network's most influencial, inspiring, and successful women in the world of animation.
One of the things that will be featured is a first sneak peek at the brand new Cartoon Network Original,
Summer Camp Island, whichwas created by British Animator Julia Pott, which will debut in the US next month, and internationally later in the year. A few of the other presenters that attendees will have the opportunity to listen to are Patricia Hidalgo, the Chief Content Officer of Turner EMEA and International Kids Strategy, Eva Lee Wallberg, creator of Annecy-Nominated Cartoon Network Original
The Heroic Quest of the Valiant Prince Ivandoe, and Lauren Sassen, creator of Annecy-Nominated Cartoon Network Original
We Are Bears.
"Female talent and representation in the industry is more celebrated than ever and we are really happy to be shining a spotlight on this at Annecy, and to be partnering with The Animation Workshop to sponsor an exceptionally talented female student -- who we'll be revealing at our panel this week! Cartoon Network is home to some of the industry's top female creators but we know there are more out there with great, innovative stories to tell and it's important we play our part in seeking out and supporting them." -Patricia Hidalgo, Chief Content Officer, Turner EMEA & International Kids Strategy
"We are honored that Cartoon Network will be supporting one of our students from the EMEA region to fulfil their studies in animation. We look forward to nurturing their talent and hope to see the candidate flourish in their career as a content creator following the footsteps of graduates such as Eva Lee Wallberg." -Michelle Nardone, Director of the Bachelor in Animation, The Animation Workshop, VIA University College
The panel is taking place today, so we'll soon know more, including the identity of the chosen student. Let us know your thoughts on Cartoon Network's decision below!