Asians in Animation – AIA

From seed to story, celebrate women and non-binary storytellers in animation with us during Women’s History Month. Industry Spotlight: Pearl Low Join our March Storyboard + PAW sessions to grow your skills and connect with the AIA community.

With finals approaching, graduation on the horizon, and the spring job hunt in full swing, Asians in Animation has the resources designed to support you each step of the way! Check out this month’s upcoming AIA community events and opportunities:

Thank you to everyone who joined our AIA En Plein Air Challenge! From virtual to in-person NYC meetup, it’s been an amazing experience together! There’s still time to submit your artwork for our upcoming feature. Be sure to tag AIA and use #AIAEnPleinAir

Tickets for #LosAngelesAsianPacificFilmFestival are on sale now! LA April 29 - May 3 in LA and virtual! AIA is also proud to be a Community Partner for LAAPFF’s Almost Ordinary animated shorts program. Find out more by going to their website 🔗vcmedia.org/festival

NYC Meetup! Come draw with us! Join us for an in-person sketch session to wrap up the #AIAEnPleinAir Challenge. 🗓️Saturday, April 18th 📍Chinatown (Columbus Park) // 9 AM – 12 PM 📍Industry City (Brooklyn) // TBD All are welcome! Sign up by April 16th: bit.ly/26AIAEnPleinAir

Join us for an exclusive tour of Titmouse LA Studio! ✨ Interested in touring Titmouse LA Studio and seeing what goes on behind the scenes? Learn more and fill out this interest form at: airtable.com/app7npdNx19SXI…

Join us for our LA Meetup at Kona Loa Coffee (Crown Valley) on April 11, 1 PM PST! ☕✨ Network with AIA members and chat with Jesse Pak & Trilina Mai about their journey as vis dev artists. Limited spots—register here: bit.ly/aialacoffeemeet

Join us this April on our monthly events. Whether you are seeking feedback for portfolios or looking to meet other creatives in the community, these events and spaces are here to inspire you!

Watch "Wheels & Roses" Official Pilot Here! youtube.com/watch?v=EwWvmE…

Celebrating the bloom with our Industry Spotlight: Pearl Low, animator, director & storyteller — swipe through their Q&A and watch "Wheels & Roses" on YouTube now. @Fumi_chun @StudioOrangeB #AsiansInAnimation #IndieAnimation #Animation

Go beyond the start of Trese. Deep dive into Budjette Tan's motivation, inspirations, and journey from advertising to writing the "Trese" comics. 📅 March 28 🕙 GMT+8 (Philippines) 3PM-4PM, Denmark 8AM-9AM (CET), 12AM-1AM PDT 📍 Zoom Join us: trese_now_aia.eventbrite.com

Happy International Women’s Day! Today we celebrate and honor women in animation whose artistry and voices are shaping our industry and inspiring the next generation. Hear personal reflections from AIA Leadership on uplifting women in our field. #IWD2026 #GivetoGain #WomenWhoLead

#AsiansInAnimation #AnimAsians #Animation

From seed to story, celebrate women and non-binary storytellers in animation with us during Women’s History Month. Industry Spotlight: Pearl Low Join our March Storyboard + PAW sessions to grow your skills and connect with the AIA community.

APPLICATIONS OPEN NOW: AIA 2026 Feature Production Program! Work with emerging AIA talent to create a 2D animatic excerpt from a feature script over the course of 4 months. DATES: Application Open 2/23 Crew Application Due 3/9 Learn more & apply at: bit.ly/aia-fppp26

APPLY NOW FOR AIA 2026 2D Production Program! We’re hiring for a variety of roles to create a 1-2 minute 2D short film over the course of 9 months. PROGRAM DATES: March-September APPS DUE: Leads & Crew 3/9 Learn more & apply at: bit.ly/aia2d26

"Filipino Frames" is back! Hosted by the AIA Philippine Chapter, we’re creating a dedicated space for Filipino and Filipino-mixed creatives to connect and celebrate the shared heritage. 🇵🇭 Mar. 14, 2026 | 10-11 AM (GMT +8) | Zoom Join Here: tinyurl.com/AIAPHCC26

🚨Apps for the AIA 2026 Feature Production Program open soon on 2/23! Join us for a 4-month journey to bring a 15-20 min 2D animatic excerpt to life. We’re hiring for various roles! Apps Due on 3/9. Apply here: asiansinanimation.org/feature-film-p…

OPENING SOON: The AIA 2026 2D Production Program is back! We’re hiring for a variety of roles to create a 1-2 minute 2D short film over the course of 7 months. 🗓️DATES: Apps Open February 23, Leads & Crew Due 3/9 Learn more & apply at: asiansinanimation.org/2d-prod-progra…