Manchester Animation Festival

Are you ready to showcase your talent to animation industry powerhouses? Professionals from top studios and companies are coming to the MAF Marketplace on the lookout for fresh talent—and this is your chance to shine! Whether you’re seeking expert feedback, career-changing advice, or that dream job offer, book a spot at our Portfolio Review session. this is where connections are made and futures are shaped. Don’t miss out—secure your appointment and take the next step in your animation career!

Slots are available for MAF Passholders and last 15 mins. You must have a portfolio of work to bring to the session. You will be allocated a time slot with the company booked for in the session you have requested. A member of the team will be in touch by email to confirm what time your booking is. Please check back as more slots may be added soon.

Ensure you are logged in and click 'Book Review' and then select one person/company for your review. Someone will be in touch to confirm your specific time slot at a later date.

People hosting portfolio reviews are:

Jon Rennie, Managing Director at Cloth Cat

Cloth Cat are a dynamic, independent and award winning animation studio proudly based in Cardiff, UK. Expertly crafting quality animation; with a long track record and a wealth of experience in projects both large and small, across broadcast, film, games and promotional work. Please note Jon's reviews will last 10 minutes.

Kevin Taylor, Lead Animator at Flipbook Studio

Kevin is looking for portfolios with a focus on CG animation. Flipbook are CGI, Animation and Visual Effects specialists in Manchester. We produce award winning work across multiple platforms.

Don't forget there are companies at the marketplace all day that will also be doing portfolio reviews and recruitment including Skydance Animation, Blue Zoo Animation and Industrial Light & Magic.