More pint-sized perfection

Welcome back to The Aardman Edit, a monthly pick of studio news, behind the scenes content, interviews and opinions from our talented people.

?? Aardman and Thatchers Cider collaborate on new campaign

Aardman and Thatchers Cider have revealed the next chapter of their pint-sized perfection advertising campaign.

The new series of commercials celebrate the nation’s passion for sport, with the pint-sized models adapting their cider making skills to try their hand at football and cricket. Read more.

? 5 tips for landing a job in animation

Looking to land a career in animation? From networking to crafting a solid showreel, Head of the Aardman Academy, Mark Simon Hewis shares his top tips for getting into the industry. Read more.

?? Aardman launches 'Shaun the Sheep & Friends' FAST channel

‘Shaun the Sheep & Friends’ is a brand-new TV channel available now on Xumo Play, and coming soon on VIZIO WatchFree+ and Samsung TV Plus in the United States. Read more.

?? Aardman at Annecy 2024

June sees us head to France for the annual Annecy International Animation Festival and MIFA Conference, and there's lots of Aardman activity for festival goers to look forward to:

• 'First Steps in Your Global Journey' with Head of the Aardman Academy Mark Simon Hewis
• 'Next on Netflix Animation: From "Twilight of the Gods" to "Wallace & Gromit"' with Directors Nick Park and Merlin Crossingham, followed by a signing session.
• 'Animation Without Borders: Navigating the Imperative of Global Appeal' with Chief Creative Director Sarah Cox
• 'How Do You Create an Iconic Animation Character?' with Creative Director - IP Development Natalie McKay
• The Very Small Creatures' series 2 episode 'The Farm' is part of the ‘TV Films in Competition 1’ screenings
• Finally, there'll be a chance for visitors to see Wallace & Gromit puppets up close in a special exhibition, and the opportunity to demo our VR experience The Grand Getaway.

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