DreamWorks – Kidscreen

DreamWorks makes its first LBE move in South Africa

Cole Watson — Wed, 22 Nov 2023 18:09:42 +0000

The studio’s "Find the Fun" experience launches next month at Mall of Africa to promote its 24-hour kids channel.

DreamWorks Animation lays off nearly 70 staffers

Sadhana Bharanidharan — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 15:17:21 +0000

The studio has eliminated almost 4% of its workforce, following a first round of layoffs in May.

Kidcos are getting all the feels for ASMR

Ryan Tuchow — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 16:13:42 +0000

You know those videos where creators whisper to the camera and you get a tingle down your spine? Well, that’s a hot trend with kids, and the industry is tuning in.

Moose Toys to launch its first line of Trolls collectibles

Andrea Hernandez — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 16:05:12 +0000

More than 100 tiny trolls are heading to US stores ahead of the upcoming theatrical release of DreamWorks Animation's Trolls Band Together.

Deals of the Week: WildBrain, Sky, DreamWorks

Andrea Hernandez — Fri, 28 Jul 2023 16:31:16 +0000

Sky renews and acquires content for the summer, DreamWorks preps two video games, and in exclusive news, several broadcasters have picked up WildBrain's Caillou’s New Adventures.

Saffronic names Skyler Mattson as its first CEO

Cole Watson — Thu, 20 Jul 2023 15:32:23 +0000

The digital marketing veteran will spearhead long-term growth strategies for the VFX studio as it aims to meet a growing demand for animation services.

Hulu and Peacock order DreamWorks’ first scary series for older kids

Ryan Tuchow — Fri, 09 Jun 2023 14:36:48 +0000

Famed horror director Eli Roth and writer James Frey are the creators behind Fright Krewe, which will premiere simultaneously on both streamers later this year.

DreamWorks Animation lays off 33 staffers

Sadhana Bharanidharan — Mon, 08 May 2023 15:59:40 +0000

The studio has eliminated 2% of its workforce as part of cost-cutting measures.

Apple TV+ orders a new CG toon based on BE@RBRICK collectibles

Sadhana Bharanidharan — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 16:18:41 +0000

The musical comedy series marks the streamer's third commission from DreamWorks Animation.

Saffronic hires former Technicolor exec

Andrea Hernandez — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 16:10:04 +0000

Kristy Scanlan has stepped into an SVP of business development position at the growing LA studio, which is doing animation service work and vidgame development for DreamWorks.