Move Summit

We're thrilled to share some highlights from #MOVESummit2024! Take a look back at some of the best moments from MOVE 2024, and be sure to follow us across our socials & subscribe to our newsletter (link in bio) to keep up-to-date with all things MOVE! Roll on #MOVESummit2025!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Here is the second part of our amazing supporters!

Second part of our programme announcement - ET Day! Check what we have scheduled for our Wednesday. Tickets available on the website

Our Workshops are out! Each session is led by an industry specialist and focuses on a different technique, process or skill. Check the website or our link below to book a slot before they run out! ⏰ buff.ly/3w0AW4I

It’s here! 🎉 Have a look at the fantastic schedule for our Industry days. Keep an eye on next announcements for more surprises and potential changes! Purchase your ticket on our website!

We’re excited to reveal our Speaker Line up for Industry Days! 📝 Here’s a sneak peek at the incredible speakers you can look forward to over both days. Stay tuned for the full program announcement coming soon! Don't forget to grab your ticket for the event!

We are thrilled to present organisations with the exciting chance to set up a stall in our exhibition area this year! For additional details or to express your interest, email exhibition@movesummit.co.uk 💜

💜 THE BIG PITCH EXTENSION 💜 We have extended the deadline for The Big MOVE Pitch until the end of the day on the 6th of February! Got a brilliant idea for the next hit animated show? We want to hear from you! For more info and to apply, head to the link in our bio 🔗

💜 SCREENING ANNOUNCEMENT 💜 We’re excited to announce that our MOVE Summit delegates will be treated to a preview screening of Gints Zilbalodis’ new animated feature Flow on the evening of Friday 21st February! @CurzonFilm @gintszilbalodis

💜 SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT 💜 Kate O'Connor (Senior Consultant, Spokesperson) Kate is both the spokesperson for the Animation sector and a senior consultant in the creative industries, collaborating with private and public-sector clients in the UK, Ireland, and internationally.

💜 SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT 💜 Chris McDonald (Animator, Visualisation Supervisor) Chris began his career as an Animator and has progressed to Visualisation and Previsualisation Supervisor on projects such as Game of Thrones, Black Widow, and most recently Jon M. Chu's Wicked.

💜 SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT 💜 Mike Mitchell (Director, Writer) Mike Mitchell is an American Director with over two decades of experience. He directed Kung Fu Panda 4 with Jack Black, and recently consulted on the live-action Lilo and Stitch for Disney!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! 😍 We have some incredible supporters this year, and you can find more details about them on our website. Stay tuned for more updates! @WildChild_Anim @sidefx @HydraStudios3 @wacom @UKScreenSkills @ToonBoom @weareeyebolls

LESS THAN ONE MONTH TO GO! Get your tickets now via the link in our bio ✨📽️

💜 SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT 💜 Alan Freeburn (Performance Psychologist, TFL Therapies) Alan Freeburn has over 20 years’ experience working as a hypnotherapist with his organisation, TFL Therapies and is building a reputation within the creative industries as a therapist.

💜 SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT 💜 Ross MacKay (Screenwriter, Freelancer ) Ross MacKay is a screenwriter from Fife. He has worked with several national organisations including Imaginate, The Musicians Union and The Fringe Society, don't miss the chance to talk to him!!

💜 SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT 💜 Steve Smith (Founder and Producer of Beakus) After working as an animator and director in London, Steve opened his first animation shop way back in 2003. After producing countless animated projects, he founded Beakus in 2010 to grow his own IP.

📣 CALLING ALL CREATIVES 📣 We're once again running the Big MOVE Pitch as part of Business@MOVE 2025! Got a brilliant idea for the next hit animated show? We want to hear from you! For more info and to apply, head to buff.ly/40bm9iX DEADLINE: 11.59pm, Sun 2 Feb

ICYMI: The deadline to apply for a bursary to support attendance at #MoveSummit2025 is 11.59pm this Sun 5 Jan! The bursaries are open to those who are working in or seeking work in the animation sector and experiencing financial hardship. Apply here: buff.ly/40kJIXK

💜 SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT 💜 Bart Yates (Executive Producer, Blinkink) Co-founder of @thisisblink's dedicated animation arm Blinkink, Bart will join us for sessions as part of both our emerging talent AND industry days, so there'll be lots to learn from him!

💜 SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT 💜 Maurissa Horwitz (Lead Editor, Pixar Animation Studios) Maurissa most recently worked as Lead Editor on #InsideOut2 and will be leading us through her processes at #movesummit2025!

💜 2025 SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT THREAD 💜 James Hodgart (Environmental Model Supervisor, Walt Disney Animation Studios) He recently worked on #Moana2, taking visual development art and sculpting it into detailed CG environments, such as natural terrain, architecture & props.