Product Manager at CGWire
From BLEND and FBX to MP4 and EXR, each animation file format serves a distinct role in production. This guide breaks down native, exchange, simulation, and rendering formats—helping you choose the right one for collaboration, rendering, and delivery.
Western and Eastern animation are shaped by cultural values, visual languages, and storytelling philosophies. This article explores how studio structures, aesthetics, and narratives differ between traditions—and how modern animation increasingly blends the two.
A strong animation production brief prevents scope creep, wasted effort, and misaligned visions. This guide shows you how to write briefs using the Golden Circle method—covering purpose, tactics, and deliverables—to streamline communication and keep teams aligned from concept to final delivery.
Background characters make animated worlds feel alive, adding realism and depth to every scene. Learn how animators use techniques like asset reuse, looping cycles, layering, and procedural generation to create believable crowds without overspending time or budget.
Outsourcing in animation helps studios save money, scale faster, and access global talent without compromising quality. Learn how to define your outsourcing needs, choose between freelancers and studios, manage assets, and streamline reviews to keep projects on track.
Discover how remote animators successfully work from home, from building ergonomic workspaces to mastering collaborative tools, securing assets, and managing feedback like a pro.
Learn how to streamline client communication in animation production. From onboarding to offboarding, this guide covers strategies to align expectations, manage feedback, and keep projects on time and on budget.
Learn how to create animation moodboards that define your project’s tone, style, and direction. From gathering references to curating layouts, this guide shows how to turn abstract ideas into a clear visual blueprint.
Curious how to go from animator to animation director? This in-depth guide covers the key steps—building your craft, leading teams, and defining your creative voice—so you can direct with purpose and confidence.
