2025 Mifa Programme

09:30-11:00

WIA World Summit – The Future is Animated: The Audience-Driven Future

The WIA World Summit is a global symposium dedicated to advancing people of underrepresented gender identities in animation.

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

11:00-12:00

WIA World Summit – The Future Is Animated: The Future of Adult Animation

The WIA World Summit is a global symposium dedicated to advancing people of underrepresented gender identities in animation.

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

14:30-16:30

WIA World Summit – The Future Is Animated/What's Next: Showcasing The Future

The WIA World Summit is a global symposium dedicated to advancing people of underrepresented gender identities in animation.

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

09:00-09:30

Warner Bros. Discovery EMEA Kids

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Verdi

09:00-10:15

TV Series & Specials Mifa Pitches 1

At the Mifa Pitches, come and discover the top animation film projects in the TV Series & Specials category, which are all original and in...

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Salle de la Volière

09:00-12:15

Meet the... Publishers

At the Mifa 2024, take advantage of exclusive meetings between international publishers and producers.

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Ravel

09:00-10:15

Stories X Women: Emerging Female Voices

Stories X Women is a program run by WIA, in collaboration with FIAPF, and sponsored by The Walt Disney Company and UNESCO.

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Haendel

09:00-10:00

"Four Souls of Coyote": Behind the Scenes

In the presence of Áron Gauder, embark on a journey through the challenges and joys of creating an animation feature film!

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 4

09:00-11:00

Blender Foundation – Community Meeting

Blender Foundation will present an overview of past an ongoing activities in the Blender open source project.

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 1

09:15-10:15

Polish Animation – Explore Animated Feature Films from Poland

The Polish animation industry is growing rapidly, resulting in an increasing number of animated feature films.

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Berlioz

09:15-10:15

Europe Créative MEDIA – Boosting the Animation Industry in Europe: Promoting Works and Renewing Audiences

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Rotonde de l'Europe

09:30-12:30

Mifa Recruitment Sessions 1

Tune in on 6^th May to discover the offers and applications are open until 30^th May!

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 2

09:30-10:30

Studio Focus: Riot Games Music

From its flagship game League of Legends to Global Esports to the award-winning series Arcane, music plays a key role in everything Riot Games does.

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

10:00-10:30

Tencent Video

What is your editorial strategy?

Building up the brand for existing content.

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Verdi

10:30-11:30

The Oscars: Award Eligibility Essentials

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 4

10:45-12:00

TV Series & Specials Mifa Pitches 2

At the Mifa Pitches, come and discover the top animation film projects in the TV Series & Specials category, which are all original and in...

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Salle de la Volière

10:45-11:15

Groupe M6

Discover the programs and projects sought after by Groupe M6.

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Berlioz

10:45-12:00

Japan Animates the Future – Introducing "Indie Anime" Genre and Anticipated Works from Leading Studios

Japan has been creating the future of animation industry throughout time. Talents emerge, studios mature, and they keep inspiring the world.

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Rotonde de l'Europe

10:45-12:00

Southeast Asia Pitch @Annecy

Southeast Asia: Stories in Motion

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Haendel

11:00-12:00

Mediawan Kids & Family: What's New?

As every year, this must-attend event brings together the French and international teams (UK, Netherlands, Italy, Germany) of Mediawan Kids &...

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Verdi

11:00-12:00

Animation Nation, Keynote With Michael Hirsh: Renowned Canadian Producer of Children’s Programming

To mark the Mifa’s 40^th anniversary, celebrated this year in Annecy, renowned Canadian producer of children’s programming Michael Hirsh — also...

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

11:45-12:45

Shape Your Future: Moving European Animation Forward

European animation is bursting with talent and bold ideas — but without a fearless drive for entrepreneurship and innovation, we're holding...

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 1

11:45-12:15

Surfing on Video Games Connections

Video Games is the largest creative sector with $200bn per year worldwide.

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Berlioz

12:15-13:15

An Animated Conversation with Michel Gondry

Michel Gondry meets up with the upcoming young talents in animation!

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 4

13:00-16:00

Mifa Recruitment Sessions 2

Tune in on 6^th May to discover the offers and applications are open until 30^th May!

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 2

13:30-14:30

World Premiere: Inside the Reinvention of TeamTO – Originals, Tech & Bold New Direction

Celebrate 20 years of TeamTO with an exclusive look at its daring new chapter, featuring originals, adult animation, and the launch of its...

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Salle de la Volière

13:30-14:30

Getting to Story in Real Time: How Game Engine Technology Is Influencing Animation

This high-level panel will explore how game engines are transforming the animation development pipeline – accelerating story discovery, enabling...

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

13:45-14:45

DNEG Animation: Don’t Stop Believing

Ever wondered what it takes to get into the animation industry? Join the DNEG Animation Outreach team as they share their top tips on everything...

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 4

13:45-15:00

Spicing Up Animation! Hot Pitches of Hungarian Talents

More info coming soon.

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Haendel

14:00-15:00

Animation Australia: Bold Stories, Global Impact

From Bluey to Memoir of a Snail and beyond, Australian studios are pushing boundaries and making waves internationally with award-winning...

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Rotonde de l'Europe

14:00-17:00

Meet the... Festival Programmers

At Mifa 2025, take advantage of exclusive meetings between festival programmers, film commissions/institutes and production companies

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Ravel

14:00-15:15

2025 Annecy Festival Residency: Invest in 3 of Tomorrow's Animation Feature Films!

An exclusive: The 2025 Annecy Festival Residency winners reveal a first look at their films!

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Verdi

14:15-14:45

ARTE Digital Creations Unit

Come and discover the editorial strategy and type of projects sought after by ARTE Digital Creations Unit.

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Berlioz

14:30-17:30

Student Pitch

The Student Pitch is an event that offers 8 teams of students from international animation schools the opportunity to improve their project...

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 1

15:00-16:00

Video Games Cinematic Works and Trailers Competition Screening

Discover the selection of video games cinematic works and game trailers for the second competition organized in collaboration with Weird Market.

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

15:00-16:00

10 Years of Miraculous, an International Success Made in France

As part of an extraordinary year celebrating the 10^th anniversary of the most famous French superheroine, come meet the creators of the series and...

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Salle de la Volière

15:00-18:00

Luxembourg Film Fund: Job Dating Session for Luxembourg Students

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 3

15:15-15:45

The Wonderful World of Ketnet

What is your editorial strategy?

Ketnet is the transmedia children's brand of VRT, the public broadcaster of Flemish speaking Belgium. The approach...

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Berlioz

15:15-16:15

Unlock the Power of Real-Time Rigging in Unreal Engine 5.6

Join us for an engaging workshop designed specifically for Riggers and Animators looking to elevate their craft. Explore the latest tools and...

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 4

15:30-16:45

From Tradition to Vision: European and Japanese Artists in Residency

Drawing from the rich performative arts of the Kansai region – including Bunraku, Rōkyoku, Kawachi Ondo, and Shōmyō – the ten artists...

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Haendel

15:30-16:30

Redefining How Creative Work Gets Done with AI

AI technology is redefining how creative work gets done and who gets to do it.

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Rotonde de l'Europe

15:45-16:15

ARTE's Policy on Short Films and Short Comedy Series

Come and discover the editorial strategy and type of projects sought by ARTE.

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Verdi

16:30-17:30

Story to Screen: Realizing a Filmmaker’s Vision at Wētā FX

As the VFX industry has evolved and grown, so has the role of animators in the filmmaking process. As natural storytellers, animators now...

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Salle de la Volière

16:30-17:30

Adapting Video Games to Animation – Secret Level Case Study

The speakers will share their experience with creating short animated films based on video games which are part of Amazon’s project Secret Level.

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

16:45-17:45

Meet the Lucasfilm Recruiters

Interested in learning about animation opportunities within the Lucasfilm companies? Our team wants to help you put your best foot forward with...

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 4

16:45-18:00

Taiwan Spotlight

Enjoy this curated selection of five standout animation projects from Taiwan, showcasing diverse storytelling and visual creativity.

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Verdi

17:00-18:00

Journey Into Animating in Unreal

Making the jump to animating directly in Unreal Engine doesn't have to be daunting.

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Rotonde de l'Europe

17:00-18:30

Thai Networking Reception

More info to come

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Garden Party

17:15-18:30

Tokyo Pitch

Five Tokyo Animation Pitch Grand Prix winners will pitch their fabulous projects. Don't miss it!

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Haendel

18:00-19:00

Disney’s Dragon Striker – A Chouette Studios Production

Explore the creation of the epic anime-inspired Disney+ Original Series set in a world where sports and magic combine.

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Salle de la Volière

18:00-19:15

40 Years of the Mifa: A Market in Perpetual Motion

To mark Mifa's 40^th anniversary, this round table takes a look at the evolution of a market that has become a key player in global animation.

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

18:15-19:15

Netflix Animation Studios: What's New!

Join the Netflix Animation Studios' Talent Team for an exclusive panel to learn more about our studio!

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 4

09:00-10:15

Feature Film Mifa Pitches 1

Discover the best animation film projects in the Feature Films category, all new and in development, at the Mifa Pitches.

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Salle de la Volière

09:00-12:15

Meet the… Producers – Gap Financing

At the Mifa 2025, take advantage of exclusive meetings between producers in all categories and financial partners.

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Ravel

09:00-10:15

K-Animation Global Showcase in Annecy

We proudly present five new animation projects from Korea, each seeking collaboration opportunities such as investment and co-production.

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Haendel

09:00-13:00

Matchmaking: IP Owners x French Animation & Video Game Studios

Chapiteau des exposants - Étage 1 - Espace XR & Games

09:15-10:15

"Once there is": not your usual Fairy Tales

Making of of an anthology series directed by Patrick Volve, inspired by Camille de Cussac's books.

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Rotonde de l'Europe

09:15-10:15

France TV Distribution Kids and Animation Showcase

Join us for an exciting session showcasing our new animated and live-action series.

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Berlioz

09:30-12:30

Mifa Recruitment Sessions 3

Tune in on 6^th May to discover the offers and applications are open until 30^th May!

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 2

09:30-10:30

Keys to Innovative Distribution

Beyond Traditional Pipelines.

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

09:30-10:30

New Zealand: Animating the Future

Be inspired to work with New Zealand and New Zealanders. Hosted by the New Zealand Film Commission and Screen Wellington, this panel will...

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Verdi

09:30-12:30

GEECT Thematic Meeting – Animation Schools Networking

GEECT's (European Grouping of Film and Television Schools) thematic meeting aims to gather together the animation education community. Taking...

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 3

09:30-10:30

A Glimpse Behind the Scenes of Victor Haegelin's Work

A fascinating encounter between a personal journey and the creative process of a stop-motion video clip.

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 1

09:30-10:30

Between the Frames: A Filmmaker's Journey

Join Walt Disney Animation Studios' Malcon Pierce as he shares his career as an animator and artistic director, the creative inspirations that...

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 4

10:45-12:00

Feature Film Mifa Pitches 2

Discover the best animation film projects in the Feature Films category, all new and in development, at the Mifa Pitches.

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Salle de la Volière

10:45-11:45

Investing in the Future: Canadian Animation at the Forefront

This panel will bring together some of the Canadian animation industry's most influential leaders, offering an invaluable overview of public...

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Rotonde de l'Europe

10:45-11:15

YLE Children and Kids

What is your editorial strategy?

Finnish-speaking YLE TV2 is the biggest broadcaster of kid’s programs when measured by ratings and audience...

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Berlioz

10:45-12:00

Hidden Gems: Global Stories from Nigeria

In collaboration with the French Embassy, Annecy Festival and the Mifa spotlight, and supported by Animation Nigeria, five standout Nigerian...

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Haendel

11:00-12:00

Building Global Kids Brands: Diversifying Business Models and Co-Producing for Success

In today’s fast-paced and financially constrained media landscape, kids’ content producers must develop increasingly complex business and funding...

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Verdi

11:00-12:00

The Current State of the French Animation Market

As every year, AnimFrance will present the key statistics (production, jobs, exports, etc.) for the animation market and its major trends, as well...

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

11:15-12:15

Behind the Scenes at Illumination: Meet and Chat with Our Talents!

Join us for an exclusive event with the Illumination crew!

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 4

11:30-12:30

Sketch to Final Frame: Real-Time Animation for Cinematic Storytelling in Unreal Engine 5.6

Get an inside look at how we used Unreal Engine 5.6 to bring our latest teaser trailer to life – faster and with more creative control. We'll walk...

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 1

11:45-12:15

Short Documentaries with "The New York Times Op-Docs"

What is your editorial strategy?

Op-Docs is the New York Times opinion section’s award-winning series of short documentaries from both renowned and...

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Berlioz

12:15-12:45

Foundry Showcase Featuring "Inside Out 2"

This talk will go behind the scenes of Inside Out 2, focusing on shading, effects, lighting, and compositing.

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Rotonde de l'Europe

13:00-16:00

Mifa Recruitment Sessions 4

Tune in on 6^th May to discover the offers and applications are open until 30^th May!

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 2

13:00-14:00

LAIKA Careers: Character Design, 2D Animation, and Beyond

Learn from LAIKA's development team about the inner workings of our character design and 2D process, and the multitude of career opportunities...

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 4

13:15-14:15

Animation 4.0. Rewind and Fast Forward

Attend to the "Animation 4.0. Rewind and Fast Forward" Talent Panel.

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 1

13:30-14:30

PASSION PICTURES + Silver Creek Falls Entertainment: First Look at Animated Series Coming in Summer 2025

PASSION PICTURES and Silver Creek Falls Entertainment will look behind the scenes of a soon-to-be-announced animated preschool series for a major...

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Salle de la Volière

13:30-14:30

AI for Animation?

AI continues to spark debate — and the latest industry news only fuels the fire. After last year's conversations with directors, this session...

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

13:45-14:45

Side FX 1 Demo Session

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Rotonde de l'Europe

13:45-15:00

CEE Animation Pitchs

Get an exclusive look at 7 cutting-edge animation projects from Central and Eastern Europe!

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Haendel

14:00-16:50

Meet the... Buyers

During the Mifa 2025, take advantage of exclusive meetings between producers from all categories and buyers.

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Ravel

14:00-15:15

Exploring the Potential of Hong Kong's Animation

Embark on a journey of innovation with "Future Animation – 2^nd AI-Assisted Animation Production Support Scheme" organized by the Hong Kong Digital...

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Berlioz

14:15-14:45

Disney Branded Television – International Animation

What is your editorial strategy?

Disney Branded Television acquires, co-produces and commissions original series for kids and family audiences...

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Verdi

14:30-17:30

Rubika 2D Job Dating

To celebrate the graduation of its first 2D class, Rubika is organising a job dating event with its 5^th year students.

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 3

14:30-15:30

Inside LAIKA with Chris Butler: Masterclass with the Director and Screenwriter of "ParaNorman" & "Missing Link"

Join Academy Award®-nominated Director Chris Butler for an exclusive Masterclass exploring LAIKA’s visionary storytelling.

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 4

15:00-16:00

Studio Spotlight: Warner Bros. Animation, Cartoon Network Studios, and Hanna-Barbera Studios Europe

Discover the latest from these storied studios and their creative ambition to be the broadest purveyor of animation in the world, making great...

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Salle de la Volière

15:00-16:00

The Frail Art of Pitching

Scriptwriter, Script Editor and Expert for the Mifa Pitch Competition Laurent Auclair explores the “DOs and DON'Ts” of pitching a project in a...

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 1

15:00-16:00

Women in the Animation Industry: A Decade of Change, A Future to Shape

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

15:15-16:15

Houdini Character Animation: Bringing "Motu Manu" to Life and Exclusive Sneak Peek of Houdini 21

Motu Manu brought to life with Houdini.

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Rotonde de l'Europe

15:15-16:15

Orillas Nuevas ~ Nouveaux Rivages: Animation Projects from Argentina

Meet the rising Argentinian talents @ Mifa!

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Verdi

15:30-16:45

Namaste Mifa: India's Partner Pitch

Join us as eight incredible creators bring to life six fresh, unforgettable stories that reflect the energy and diversity of modern India.

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Haendel

16:00-17:00

SPI Press Conference

The SPI highlights the independent producers' views on current events in the animation industry.

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Berlioz

16:00-17:00

Prestige vs Paycheck: Educating Animation's Next Generation

Graduating animators face a key question: follow artistic ambition or seek financial stability?

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 4

16:30-17:30

Rainbow Animation Unveiled: "Winx Club", "Mermaid Magic" and Beyond

Step behind the scenes for an exclusive look at two of Rainbow’s most iconic animated series: Winx Club – a global sensation for over 20 years –...

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Salle de la Volière

16:30-17:30

How Can AI-Powered Real-Time Technologies & Game Cinematics Unlock New Opportunities Across Animation & Gaming

As video games continue to shape cultural trends and captivate new generations, production studios are adapting to engage with this transformative...

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 1

16:30-17:45

CNC Conference – Animation Market Trends

The CNC presents a report on the French animation market, both audiovisual and cinematographic.

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

16:45-17:15

Introducing Tangerine & Yuzu: A New Era in 3D Animation and Production Management

Discover Tangerine & Yuzu—the proprietary tools behind some of Europe’s top 3D series, now available globally.

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Rotonde de l'Europe

16:45-18:15

An Animated Journey with Six Women Directors from the Andean Countries

Animation in the Andean countries (Bolivia, Columbie, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuela) is in creative overdrive alongside France!

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Verdi

17:00-19:00

PopcornFX Meetup

Come hang out with the PopcornFX team in a private space at the Mifa for a chill Happy Hour.

Chapiteau des exposants - Étage 1 - Espace XR & Games

17:00-18:30

Cocktail Party @ F.12/Korea Pavilion (Exhibition Area)

We invite you to a cocktail party with Korean animation studios!

Chapiteau des exposants

17:15-18:30

Ibermedia Next 1.0: New Perspectives in Ibero-American Animated Shorts and Features

A presentation of the final results of the projects selected in the first edition of Ibermedia Next (2023), the initiative supporting...

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Haendel

17:30-18:30

Live Demo by David Silverman

The Simpsons are being drawn live at Annecy!

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 4

17:45-19:00

Immersive Experience Mifa Pitches

At the Mifa Pitches, come and discover the best animation film projects in the Immersive Experiences category, which are all brand-new and in...

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Rotonde de l'Europe

18:00-19:00

Unreal Engine Session

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Salle de la Volière

18:00-20:00

Power UP x Annecy Festival

Power Up is an event for sharing and transmitting the latest info on new technology dedicated to images in general.

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 1

18:30-19:30

France Télévisions Press Conference: French Animation's Leading Investor

Discover France Télévisions' editorial line.

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

09:00-10:00

Crunchyroll Studio Focus: Niche No More – Anime's Global Growth is Delighting Fans Worldwide

Anime popularity continues to rise and its impact on pop culture is being felt. Dive into the world of anime with a special insider look at the...

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Salle de la Volière

09:00-11:00

AI Through the Artist's Lens

Join a panel of talented creatives as they share their unique perspectives on how artificial intelligence is opening doors to new creative voices.

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 1

09:15-09:45

BBC Children's

What is your editorial strategy?

Our content is all about inspiring, exciting and engaging a young audience with relatable stories from all over...

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Verdi

09:30-10:30

Lighting the Way: Behind the Scenes of "That Christmas" with DNEG Animation

An inside look of That Christmas with VFX Supervisor, Matt Waters, sharing how the DNEG Animation team used Katana to help craft the film's...

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Rotonde de l'Europe

09:30-12:30

MoPA Graduate Networking and Recruitment Event

Meet the young professionals from MoPA, whose training has been recognized by awards such as SIGGRAPH, the Student Academy Awards, and the BAFTA...

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 3

09:30-10:30

A Conversation with Chris Sanders

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 4

09:30-11:30

Animating Futures: China-Europe Dialogue in the Age of AI

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Garden Party

09:30-12:30

"Zombie Moose on the Loose" – A Houdini Workshop by Alps Studios and SideFX

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 2

09:45-10:45

Animation’s Next Leap: Where Do We Go from Here?

Seven years after Spider-Verse rewrote the rulebook, 2025 finds animation at a crossroads.

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Berlioz

10:00-11:15

Women in Animation from Spain

More info to come

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Haendel

10:00-11:00

All in the Same Boat! How Can Broadcasters Play Their Part in Facing the Market Downturn?

The animation industry is experiencing an unprecedented crisis, primarily impacting producers and studios, but also the commissioning broadcasters...

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

10:00-12:00

Immersive Breakfast

Chapiteau des exposants - Étage 1 - Espace XR & Games

10:30-12:30

Short Film Mifa Pitches

At the Mifa Pitches, come and discover the top animation film projects in the Short Films category, which are all original and in development.

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Salle de la Volière

10:30-11:00

Executive Session with 20th Television Animation's Marci Proietto and Chris Cikowski

What is your editorial strategy?

Join the team behind 20th Television Animation, a leading supplier of award-winning adult animated series across...

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Verdi

11:00-12:00

Rob Bredow and Lenovo: Theme-Driven Design

Join Rob Bredow, SVP of Creative Innovation at Lucasfilm, for an exclusive talk in partnership with Lenovo/VIEW Conference.

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Rotonde de l'Europe

11:15-12:15

The Art of Getting Hired

Join our expert panel for a discussion of how to showcase your skills, navigate today's job market and kickstart your animation career.

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 4

11:30-12:30

Production Power, Global Vision: Futureproofing Hungarian Animation

Gain a 360° view of Hungary's animation industry — from robust financing and production capacity to its strengths in co-productions and service...

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

11:30-12:30

Groupe M6's Animation Projects

Attend Groupe M6's presentation on its universe for youngsters and its brand-new animation projects for M6, Gulli, Canal J and TiJi.

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Verdi

11:30-12:30

Aim for the Summits: Talent from the Andes and Argentina is Booming with France

Animation in the Andes (Bolivia, Colombia, Equator, Peru, Venezuela) and Argentina is in full creative explosion alongside France!

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 1

11:45-13:00

Italian Pitching Session: Discover Your Story, Meet Your Match

Are you a producer, broadcaster or distributor? Join us: we'll present 6 projects currently in development, seeking co-production partners,...

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Haendel

13:15-14:15

Creating a Character, Ravensburger, Disney Lorcana TCG

Ravensburger presents an illuminating discussion on what it takes to create characters for the realm of Disney Lorcana TCG.

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 4

13:30-14:30

Pixar and Beyond! Creativity, Technology, and RenderMan

Explore how advancements in Pixar's technologies are empowering artists and making the once-impossible, possible.

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

13:30-14:45

Documentary Mifa Pitches

At the Mifa Pitches, come and discover the top animation film projects in the new category dedicated to animated Documentaries that gathers short...

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Salle de la Volière

13:30-16:30

Animating with Houdini

Come and discover how to animate in Houdini and KineFX. We will be showing the tools and workflows through two simple animation exercises, a...

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 2

13:45-15:00

Animasyros – Mediterranean Animation

The Animasyros International Animation Festival proudly presents the Mediterranean Spotlight Pitch – a vibrant showcase born from the...

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Haendel

14:00-15:00

China Outstanding Animation Showcase: When Eastern Aesthetics Meets the Digital Era

Enjoy a rich tapestry of Eastern aesthetics through a curated selection of outstanding Chinese animated works that innovate traditional themes or...

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Rotonde de l'Europe

14:00-17:15

Meet the... Sales Agents

At the Mifa 2025, take advantage of exclusive meetings between sales agents and producers.

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Ravel

14:00-15:00

Spotlight: Animation from Spain 2025

Join us for an inspiring conversation on the thriving Spanish animation industry. In this panel, we'll hear from some of the most prominent...

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Verdi

14:00-17:00

GOBELINS Paris Job Dating

GOBELINS Paris invites you to meet its future talent at its job dating event dedicated to future graduates of the Animator and Director of...

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 3

14:15-15:30

Black Sea Animation Shorts - Georgia, Türkiye, Bulgaria, Romania, Ukraine

Discover new and vibrant storytelling from the Black Sea region: Georgia, Türkiye, Bulgaria, Romania, Ukraine.

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Berlioz

14:45-15:45

The Winding Road to Story

Enjoy an hour of storytelling with Walt Disney Animation Studios' Hillary Bradfield.

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 4

15:00-16:00

Launch Your Animation Career: A Conversation with Imogen Sutton

The BFI’s Justin Johnson interviews Producer and Director Imogen Sutton to explore the iconic work of her late husband triple Oscar winner Richard...

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 1

15:00-16:00

The Future of Animation Studios: Reinvention and Resilience in a Changing Industry

As the global animation industry continues to evolve, studios must navigate shifting economic landscapes, fast technological advancements and...

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

15:15-16:15

Netflix Series Animation: Get Ready for What’s Next!

Come join the Netflix team that brought you genre-defining series such as Arcane and Blue Eye Samurai and fan favorites such as Gabby™s Dollhouse...

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Salle de la Volière

15:30-16:30

New Ways to Think 2D Animation with Moho

Víctor Paredes, Animator and Co-Founder of Moho Animation Software, will explain how to create 2D animation in new non-traditional ways, while...

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Rotonde de l'Europe

15:30-16:45

La Liga de la Animación Iberoamericana Focus @Mifa

This program includes top Latin-American feature film and series projects from Animation! – Ventana Sur 2024, alongside a Shortway/Pixelatl...

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Haendel

15:30-16:00

Aide aux cinémas du monde (World Cinema Support) – CNC

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Verdi

16:00-17:15

Madagascar's Rising Stars

Join Madagascar's Rising Stars: Exclusive Pitch Session at the Annecy Festival!

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Berlioz

16:30-17:30

Animating Films with VR Tools

The speakers will discuss the usage of VR tools such as Quill and Next Lab Grease Pencil VR in preproduction and production pipelines of animation...

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

16:30-17:00

Rai Kids: New Strategy for Children and Families

What is your editorial strategy?

As the leading commissioner of animation and children's content in Italy – and one of the most active players in...

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Verdi

16:30-18:00

Collaborative Workshop: Parity in Film and Animation, In Front and Behind the Camera

In partnership with the Annecy Festival and the Mifa, the Lab Femmes de Cinéma is organizing a workshop for young people and students, also open...

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 1

16:30-17:30

A Woman Obsessed: The Animated World of Joanna Quinn

This is a unique opportunity to dive into the intriguing, animated world of Oscar©-nominated and recipient of a 2025 Annecy Honorary Cristal...

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 4

16:45-17:45

Adult Swim

Adult Swim is a powerhouse of adult animation, delivering award-winning, critically acclaimed series globally, and has been known to give out hats...

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Salle de la Volière

17:00-18:00

Animating Emotion: JALI's Tools for Immersive Storytelling

See how Toronto-based facial animation software developers, JALI, are driving the future of immersive digital storytelling.

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Rotonde de l'Europe

17:15-18:30

Ibero-America in Series (IB NEXT 1.0) + Ibermedia Next 3.0 Generation

A space dedicated to a series developed under Ibermedia Next 1.0, where creators will present previously unreleased materials in an exclusive...

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Haendel

17:30-18:30

Webtoon X Animation: Why Is It This Obvious?

Within the realm of digital content, webtoons—digitally native comics originating from South Korea – have emerged as both a fertile ground and a...

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Verdi

17:45-19:00

Japanese Feature Animations in Progress

More info to come

Impérial Palace - Étage 3 - Berlioz

18:15-19:15

CANAL+ Press Conference

Attend the CANAL+ press conference.

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

18:15-19:45

Award Ceremony - Mifa Pitches & Cinematics Competition

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Salle de la Volière

19:30-21:00

ASIFA Global Meet and Greet

ASIFA Global Celebration: A Double Milestone Celebration!

Plateforme du lac - Espace Détente

09:00-10:00

Adult Animation Spotlight: Warner Bros. Discovery

Creative executives from Adult Swim and Warner Bros. Animation preview current and upcoming projects and share their team's strategies to ensure...

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Salle de la Volière

09:00-11:00

Croissant & Careers: The Art of Networking with DNEG Animation

Join the DNEG Animation team for an event that will fuel your creativity and career!

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 1

09:00-11:00

Meet the... Composers

At the Mifa 2025, take advantage of exclusive meetings between composers and producers/directors.

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Ravel

09:00-10:15

Japanese Short Animation: New Way, New World

Japan's Agency for Cultural Affairs and the Japan Arts Council have jointly launched a program to support Japanese artists in their overseas...

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Haendel

09:30-10:30

Animating Emotion: A Live Demonstration with Aaron Blaise

Join award-winning Animator and Director Aaron Blaise (The Lion King, Brother Bear, Snow Bear) for a rare, real-time animation demonstration at...

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 4

09:30-10:30

Real-Time: What It Truly Changes (Or Not) in Production Pipelines Today

Real-time engines have revolutionized the way animated films and series are made — at least on paper. But what happens in practice, up until the...

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

09:30-12:30

Creative Workshop: Collaborating Across Mediums – Game Engines as a Bridge Between Animation and Video Games

This interactive workshop follows up on the week’s panels and brings together a curated group of creatives, technologists and studio leaders to...

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 3

09:45-10:45

Next Lab Generation: Prototyping Animation with New Technologies

Next Lab Generation is an initiative that connects art and technology in the industry of animation and digital content. We work to improve the...

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Rotonde de l'Europe

10:00-13:00

Introduction to TVPaint Animation 12

Discover TVPaint Animation 12, the latest version of an Industry-leading 2D bitmap animation software. During this 3-hour overview, you will learn...

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 2

10:30-11:30

Toulouse-Based Studio TAT Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary: A Look Back at the Past… and into the Future!

From the very first short film to international success, dive into 25 years of history of a Toulouse-based studio that conquered the screens...

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Salle de la Volière

10:45-12:00

Kosovo Animation: Anibar Genesis Pitch

A spotlight on emerging animation voices from Kosovo, this session presents six original short film projects developed through the Genesis program...

Impérial Palace - Étage 5 - Haendel

11:00-12:00

Two Daughters Entertainment Showcase: Exclusive First Look at "The Land of Sometimes"

The incredible voice cast of Ewan McGregor, Helena Bonham Carter, Asa Butterfield and Mel Brooks – with new original songs by Sir Tim Rice – star...

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

11:15-12:15

Original Music in Animation: Behind the Scenes of Sound Creation

Discover the ins and outs of creating original music in animation!

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Rotonde de l'Europe

11:15-12:15

Toei Animation Presents: "Foxing" and the Vision Behind Eterna Animation

Discover Foxing: Kitsuné-Tsuki, the debut title under Toei Animation's new original animation production brand, Eterna Animation.

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 4

11:30-13:30

CNC Funding and Additional Resources to Support Authors

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 1

12:00-13:00

LAIKA – Studio Focus

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Salle de la Volière

12:30-13:30

The Animated Documentary

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Salle de l'Europe

12:45-13:45

Animation Film Music: "Female Composers Talk", Presented by Festival Sœurs Jumelles

Impérial Palace - Étage 1 - Rotonde de l'Europe

13:30-14:30

Rodeo FX: A Passion for Storytelling

With over 20 years of VFX excellence, Rodeo FX now leverages its storytelling mastery into animation services and original content. Discover how...

Parc de l'Impérial Palace - Salle de la Volière

14:00-15:00

Annecy Music Lab – Let's Talk: Music and Animation

The Annecy Music Lab is back for its 4^th edition as part of Music Day at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival.

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 4

15:30-17:00

Annecy Music Lab – Let's Meet: Connecting Young Talents in Music Composition and Filmmaking

The Annecy Music Lab is back for its 4^th edition at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, as part of the Music Day.

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 1

15:45-17:45

Paris – Lyon – Singapour Invite Hungary

Join us as we embark on the 7^th edition of the Paris-Lyon-Singapour programme! For this special edition, animation students from Atelier de Sèvres...

Le Campus Mifa - Salle 4

2025 Mifa Programme

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Monday, June 9, 2025

WIA World Summit – The Future is Animated: The Audience-Driven Future

WIA World Summit – The Future Is Animated: The Future of Adult Animation

WIA World Summit – The Future Is Animated/What's Next: Showcasing The Future

Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Warner Bros. Discovery EMEA Kids

TV Series & Specials Mifa Pitches 1

Meet the... Publishers

Stories X Women: Emerging Female Voices

"Four Souls of Coyote": Behind the Scenes

Blender Foundation – Community Meeting

Polish Animation – Explore Animated Feature Films from Poland

Europe Créative MEDIA – Boosting the Animation Industry in Europe: Promoting Works and Renewing Audiences

Mifa Recruitment Sessions 1

Studio Focus: Riot Games Music

Tencent Video

The Oscars: Award Eligibility Essentials

TV Series & Specials Mifa Pitches 2

Groupe M6

Japan Animates the Future – Introducing "Indie Anime" Genre and Anticipated Works from Leading Studios

Southeast Asia Pitch @Annecy

Mediawan Kids & Family: What's New?

Animation Nation, Keynote With Michael Hirsh: Renowned Canadian Producer of Children’s Programming

Shape Your Future: Moving European Animation Forward

Surfing on Video Games Connections

An Animated Conversation with Michel Gondry

Mifa Recruitment Sessions 2

World Premiere: Inside the Reinvention of TeamTO – Originals, Tech & Bold New Direction

Getting to Story in Real Time: How Game Engine Technology Is Influencing Animation

DNEG Animation: Don’t Stop Believing

Spicing Up Animation! Hot Pitches of Hungarian Talents

Animation Australia: Bold Stories, Global Impact

Meet the... Festival Programmers

2025 Annecy Festival Residency: Invest in 3 of Tomorrow's Animation Feature Films!

ARTE Digital Creations Unit

Student Pitch

Video Games Cinematic Works and Trailers Competition Screening

10 Years of Miraculous, an International Success Made in France

Luxembourg Film Fund: Job Dating Session for Luxembourg Students

The Wonderful World of Ketnet

Unlock the Power of Real-Time Rigging in Unreal Engine 5.6

From Tradition to Vision: European and Japanese Artists in Residency

Redefining How Creative Work Gets Done with AI

ARTE's Policy on Short Films and Short Comedy Series

Story to Screen: Realizing a Filmmaker’s Vision at Wētā FX

Adapting Video Games to Animation – Secret Level Case Study

Meet the Lucasfilm Recruiters

Taiwan Spotlight

Journey Into Animating in Unreal

Thai Networking Reception

Tokyo Pitch

Disney’s Dragon Striker – A Chouette Studios Production

40 Years of the Mifa: A Market in Perpetual Motion

Netflix Animation Studios: What's New!

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Feature Film Mifa Pitches 1

Meet the… Producers – Gap Financing

K-Animation Global Showcase in Annecy

Matchmaking: IP Owners x French Animation & Video Game Studios

"Once there is": not your usual Fairy Tales

France TV Distribution Kids and Animation Showcase

Mifa Recruitment Sessions 3

Keys to Innovative Distribution

New Zealand: Animating the Future

GEECT Thematic Meeting – Animation Schools Networking

A Glimpse Behind the Scenes of Victor Haegelin's Work

Between the Frames: A Filmmaker's Journey

Feature Film Mifa Pitches 2

Investing in the Future: Canadian Animation at the Forefront

YLE Children and Kids

Hidden Gems: Global Stories from Nigeria

Building Global Kids Brands: Diversifying Business Models and Co-Producing for Success

The Current State of the French Animation Market

Behind the Scenes at Illumination: Meet and Chat with Our Talents!

Sketch to Final Frame: Real-Time Animation for Cinematic Storytelling in Unreal Engine 5.6

Short Documentaries with "The New York Times Op-Docs"

Foundry Showcase Featuring "Inside Out 2"