Join this masterclass with David Neumann, CEO of Newmation and experience an in-depth look at the creative and business sides of the animation industry. From representing the top creators to managing, selling, producing films and series to navigating the trenches of working with Hollywood's Elite Agencies and Studios.

Neumann will speak about his career, as well as topics related to both the creative and business side of the animation industry including; the current and future animation market, the gap between the U.S. and the rest of the world, diversity & inclusion, the process of creating, packaging and selling new animation projects to studios/distributors, creating new franchises, the inside look at how Hollywood Agencies, Studios and Talent operate, and evaluation of specific attendee projects - So bring your projects with you!

David Neumann is the CEO of NEWMATION, founded in 2020 with academy award filmmakers and creators. He previously worked with talent and filmmakers such as David Yates (Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts), Arlene Klasky (The Rugrats), Todd Komarnicki (Sully), Tom Hooper (The King’s Speech), Anthony McCarten (Bohemian Rhapsody, The Theory of Everything) and Cuba Gooding Jr (Jerry Maguire). David was honoured in Observer's Entertainment Power 50 List in 2020.

Booking is required as places are limited. This workshop is not part of the Animex Festival ticket.

Student concessions available but please bring photo ID as proof on entry.