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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Why Animation Dingle? Because nowhere else brings animation, community & opportunity together like this. 🎬 Screenings 🎤 Talks & workshops 🤝 Pitch & a Pint 🎉 Awards & parties 🎟️ Festival Passes are limited, get yours now! 🔗 Link in bio youtu.be/B69JsdWJOh8

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 22/03/2025

"Sometimes you need to press the reset button... (but always)... continue to interrogate the music throughout the process." Such an interesting and educating talk from Patrick Dacey & Mark Gordon today. @scoredrawmusic.bsky.social #AnimationDingle #musicinanimation #BobsBurgers

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

Really nice thought from Jack Liang on trends today at our Adapting Stories for Screens panel - "As long as the story is right, keeping persisting" #AnimationDingle #AnimationDingle2025 #booktoscreen #Animation #Animationfestival

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

"What you bring to the table is what matters" - Giovanna Ferrari empowering women in our Women in Animation Panel. This event is supported by the French Embassy. #AnimationDingle #AnimationDingle2025 #WomenInAnimation

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

@jpvine.bsky.social shares with us how things can go wrong in a pitch and that all experiences are learning moments. #AnimationDingle #AnimationDingle2025 #Animation #AnimationFestival

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

Set sail for adventure! ⚓✨ FREE screening of Kensuke’s Kingdom this Saturday at WAVE Dingle (3:30 PM)! Featuring Cillian Murphy, this stunning animated tale is one you won’t want to miss! #AnimationDingle #AnimatedMovies #CillianMurphyMovies #MichaelMorpurgoBooks #IrishCinema

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

The beats, the bands, the big festival energy—Animation Dingle 2025 is bringing the music! From trad sessions to DJ takeovers, get the full lowdown on the ultimate festival soundtrack. Read more now! ⬇️ animationdingle.com/the-soundtra... #AnimationDingle #AnimationFestival #Dingle

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

Big shout out to JAM Media looking forward to meeting you all at Animation Dingle Festival 2025. Be sure to join them and their recruitment team in Zone 01. Don't miss out on these great opportunities at Animation Dingle 2025. #AnimationDingle #AnimationDingle2025 #AnimationStudent #JamMedia

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

In this talk, JP Vine, Director of Ron's Gone Wrong and ex-Pixar story artist, will share career insights on leading with passion, pitching your vision, and failing well enough to get better. #AnimationDingle #JPVine #RonsGoneWrong #Pixar #AnimationIndustry #FilmDirecting

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

Exciting news! @cartoonsaloon.bsky.social is coming to the Animation Dingle Studio Fair in Zone 7! Meet the team, ask questions, and explore opportunities. See you there! 👋 #AnimationDingle #CartoonSaloon #AnimationFestival #AnimationJobs #IrishAnimation #StudioFair #AnimationCareer

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

@animationireland.bsky.social is coming to the Animation Dingle Studio Fair in Zone 5 this Saturday, March 22nd! Stop by to connect, get inspired, and explore the future of Irish animation! #AnimationDingle #AnimationIreland #AnimationFestival #AnimationJobs #IrishAnimation #StudioFair

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

New Blog Alert! The Murakami Award honours legends who shaped animation and this year, we celebrate Andrew Fitzpatrick! Dive into his incredible journey and the legacy of Jimmy T. Murakami in our latest blog💫 Read now: animationdingle.com/the-murakami... #AnimationDingle #MurakamiAward

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The Murakami Award: Honoring Legends, Inspiring the Future - Animation Dingle

Celebrate animation legends at Animation Dingle 2025 with the Murakami Award, honoring pioneers like Jimmy T. Murakami and this year’s recipient, Andrew Fitzpatrick. Discover how their work shaped the...

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Animation Dingle honours @amonsterd.bsky.social, Monster Entertainment with the prestigious Murakami Award. He will be celebrated at the festival for his remarkable contribution to the world of animation. This year's prestigious Murakami Award, is sponsored by @brownbagfilms.bsky.social

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Exciting news! Boulder Media is joining us at the Animation Dingle Studio Fair on Sat, March 22nd, in Zone 4! Meet the team, learn about opportunities, and get insider insights from one of Ireland’s leading animation studios. #AnimationDingle #BoulderMedia #MeetTheStudios

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

Join Colm Tobin & Aidan O’Donovan, founders of Turnip + Duck, as they dive into the journey of 'Maddie and Triggs' from its audio-first roots on RTEjr Radio to a 52-episode preschool series for Rtejr & CBeebies. This event is supported by RTEjr #AD25 #PitchingAnimation #KidsTV

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

🎉 I’m Attending Animation Dingle 2025! 🎬✨ AD25 is almost here! Share your 'I’m Attending AD'25' image & join the conversation. Connect with fellow festival-goers and get ready for an unforgettable weekend in Dingle! #AttendingAnimationDingle #AnimationDingle #SeeYouInDingle

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

Give it up for these 2 essential pieces to this incredible gig-saw that is Animation Dingle. Natasha Myers, keeping you all updated in the lead-in and during the festival with her fun and informative posts. #animationdingle #animationdingle2025 #EventTeam #FestivalCrewGoals

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

🎬✨ Meet the Trailblazers! ✨🎬 Get an inside look at the powerhouse women leading the charge in animation! From breaking barriers to shaping the future, our latest blog dives deep into the Women in Animation Panel at Animation Dingle 2025. Read: animationdingle.com/women-in-ani... #AD25 #WomeninFilm

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

Animation Dingle 2025 is officially SOLD OUT! 🚀 We can’t wait to welcome you all to Dingle for an unforgettable weekend of animation, inspiration, and celebration! Missed out? JAMMedia, @screenireland.bsky.social, Enterprise Ireland, RTEJr, Disney, Coimisiún na Meán #AD25 #Soldout

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

🎧 Animation Dingle 2025 Closing Party = Next Level! DJ Caolan Ryan is bringing the beats home after a massive year at SIAR, Ministry of Sound, and B2B with Fred Again. Expect Tech House, Garage & pure dancefloor energy! 🔥 Dingle, are you ready? Let’s go! ⚡🎉 #AD25

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

Happy International Women's Day! 💜 We’re proud to celebrate the sixth edition of our Women in Animation at Animation Dingle 2025! Supported by the French Embassy in Ireland.

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

Animators get ready to unleash your inner punk! Blink Industries, the award-winning mixed media mavericks, are landing at Animation Dingle to blow your minds and kickstart your creativity. #CreativeWorkshop #AnimationTechniques #ExperimentalAnimation #StorytellingThroughArt #AD25

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Welcome please, dear friend to the Festival, Sinéad Smith our Festival Communications Consultant. Sinéad is held in the highest regard by her peers and although she is no stranger to Animation Dingle, we are thrilled that she has come on board this year in an official capacity! #AnimationDingle

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Ready to conquer Animation Dingle like a pro? Whether you're pitching your big idea, catching must-see screenings, or just vibing with fellow animation lovers, our ultimate festival survival guide has you covered!✨ Read now & get festival-ready! 👇 animationdingle.com/festival-hac... #AD25

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

In this unmissable session, Bob's Burgers Music Director Patrick Dacey will sit down with Mark Gordon (@scoredrawmusic.bsky.social) to discuss all the ways music is used in the show.

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

It’s here! The official programme for Animation Dingle 2025 has arrived, packed with screenings, panels, workshops, and all the animation magic you can handle! Check out the full line up now: animationdingle.com/programme/ Jam Media, @screenireland.bsky.social, Enterprise Ireland @rte.iejr, Disney

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

This year we have selected over 130 short films to the festival, representing 16 countries! Animation Dingle is a qualifying Student Academy Awards® festival. Here are our nominated films 2025 - Congratulations to each nominee!

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

For 13 years Animation Dingle brings together Animation students from Ireland and around the globe to celebrate the animation industry. Nominations for RTEjr Animation Dingle Awards Part 1.

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Got a big idea? Whether you're pitching the next animation hit or hoping to wow industry pros at Animation Dingle, these 10 expert pitching tips will help you sell your idea with confidence! Read now and perfect your pitch. Read here: animationdingle.com/pitch-perfec... #HowToPitch #AnimationDingle

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 01/03/2025

YAOTY submissions are now CLOSED! Thank you to everyone who submitted their shorts. #YAOTY #AnimationDingle #FinalCall #CallingYoungAnimators #AnimationChallenge

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

Final Call for Animation Dingle’s YAOTY submissions, so what are you waiting for! We have teamed up with Disney+ to look for works that are original and innovative and with this years wonderfully open theme of PASSION. Apply here: animationdingle.com/yaoty/ #YAOTY #EnterNow #AnimationDingle2025

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

Looking forward to welcoming all our Irish Guests this year, here are just a few to mention........... Annie Atkins, Graphic Designer for Film Cathal Gaffney, Managing Director @brownbagfilms.bsky.social, COO, 9 Story Media Group

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

Animation Dingle is absolutely thrilled to announce our fantastic line up of guests who will be joining us from the UK for Animation Dingle Festival 2025.

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

Animation Dingle is absolutely thrilled to announce our fantastic line up of guests who will be joining us from Canada and Japan for Animation Dingle Festival 2025. Jennifer Twiner-McCarron CEO, Atomic Cartoons Aaron Gilman, CEO, Steamroller Animation

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

We are absolutely thrilled to announce our fantastic line up of guest speakers joining us from the US for Animation Dingle Festival 2025.

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

Calling all bookworms, doodlers, and animation enthusiasts! 🐛✏️ This year at Animation Dingle, we’re not just celebrating moving pictures, we’re celebrating the stories behind them too! Find out more about a special book: animationdingle.com/drawing-the-... #IrishAnimation #AnimationTalk #IrishFilm

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

This year’s conference will have 2 very exciting guests; 4-time Academy Award® winner, Nick Park and BAFTA® winner Merlin Crossingham, co-directors of Wallace & Gromit’s recent adventure, Vengeance Most Fowl. Hosted by Gilly Fogg from Lighthouse Studios & supported by Enterprise Ireland. #Animation

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

Time to dust off that tux and bring out the good pearls for Animation Dingle festival 2025. This year's festival will host screenings of Academy Award® nominated films along with key talks from the creators behind these memorable films. #AnimationFestival

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

3 days to go for Animation Dingle’s YAOTY submissions, so what are you waiting for! We have teamed up with Disney+ to look for works that are original and innovative and with this years wonderfully open theme of PASSION. Find out more: animationdingle.com/yaoty/ #YAOTY #3DaysToGo #Animation #Dingle

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

Ever wondered what it’s like to pitch your big idea to industry pros? Last year’s Big Pitcher winner, Michael Berrill Doran, did just that, and walked away with a career-launching internship at @jampips! Read more about his journey here: drive.google.com/drive/folder... #Dingle #BigPitcher

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 22/02/2025

Join us for a unique life drawing session hosted by Aardman Animations Creative Director & co-founder Peter Lord and Will Sliney. The session will feature iconic plasticine character Morph as model for this fun drawing session. #Morph #AnimationDingle #ComicArt #StopMotion #AnimationWorkshop

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

Drum Roll please... Animation Dingle has some Big New to announce! We delighted to announce the 6 finalists for The Big Pitcher are: Bait Bureau - Mariia Kishchuk, Vancouver Institute of Media Arts Charms for Cash - Katryn Graham, TUS

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

Ever wonder who’s pulling the strings behind the madness that is Animation Dingle? Today's blog gives an insight into the crazy masterminds behind Ireland's most exciting animation festival! Read more here: animationdingle.com/behind-the-s... #AnimationDingle #MeetTheTeam #BehindTheScenes

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

Cartoon Saloon are back to present a behind-the-scenes on a brand-new short film, Éiru. Developed as a co-production with Herstory. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A with Giovanna and producer Nora Twomey. This event is supported by Cultural & Creative Industries Skillnet

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

Animation Dingle isn’t just a festival for the animation industry, it’s a place where the next generation of creators can dream big and learn how to make their own animated worlds! Read more: animationdingle.com/lights-camer...

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

What kind of festival would we be if we didn’t have a mascot? Of course we have one! Meet the legend himself in our latest blog and learn how An Phiast came to be! Check it out here: animationdingle.com/meet-an-phia... #AnimationDingle #AnimationDingleBlog #AnimationBlog #NewBlog

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Animation Dingle @animationdingle.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Join Georgina Hayns, one of the world’s leading puppet fabrication artists, for an in-depth look at the intricate world of stop-motion animation. Georgina will share her expertise in designing and constructing puppets that bring characters to life on screen. #animation #ireland

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