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

📣 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

💜 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.

💜 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 💜 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.

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

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 SideFX Hydra Studios Wacom ScreenSkills Toon Boom Animation Eyebolls

💜 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!

💜 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 💜 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.

💜 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! Curzon Film Gints Zilbalodis

💜 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 🔗

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 [email protected] 💜

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!

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!

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

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

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