Animation ‘Zombiederm’ short content using real-time engine and VFX technology / Source = Zombiederm YouTube channel Animation production company Anizak announced on the 26th that it has decided to establish a mutual cooperation relationship for industry-academia cooperation with Hongik University’s Graduate School of Visual Communication.
For the ‘Near Real Time 4D NeRF-based VFX system development human resources training’ project, a business agreement (MOU) was signed and a decision was made to test and develop pilot content using related technologies. Lee Byeong-jun, CEO of Anizac, said, “This cooperation is “The purpose is to quickly reflect the latest production trends that are developing day by day into the production site, and to fully devote the creative energy gained through this to planning and work,” he said.
Anizak, which has announced domestic and international awards and global distribution news by releasing works such as the Zombiedom series, Time Traveler Luke, and In: App, plans animations of various genres, from non-verbal slapstick to action adventure with long narratives. It has been produced. We are currently planning Skull King, Good Night Pajamal, and Space Shaman Hunter.
Animations being planned and produced by Animation (from left) Skull King, Space Shaman Hunter, and Good Night Pajamal, being co-produced with Cuties / Source = Animation ‘Skull King’ is a non-verbal slapstick comedy animation targeting all age groups. It tells the story of two skeletal kings fighting for gold with their soldiers in a desolate world. It is targeting people aged 15 and over on a new media platform, and is producing 104 episodes in a 1.5-minute short form format with the globally proven popular item ‘Skull’ as the main character’s visual.
‘Good Night Pajamal’ is a non-verbal fantasy animation targeting preschools that is being planned as a joint production with Qtizz. It depicts the school life of small animal friends from all over the world at an international school located on an island in the Pacific. The main characters are chubby and cute animals representing countries around the world, and 104 episodes are planned in a 1.5-minute short form format.
We are also planning content that is completely different from short-form content. ‘Space Shaman Hunter’ is a hard-boiled science fiction (SF) action adventure animation targeted at ages 15 and older. It tells the story of the ‘Shaman Hunters’, space bounty hunters who exorcise ‘Mara’, a space evil spirit that has encroached on machines, in a distant future where humans have advanced to planets in the solar system. We are planning to create a high-quality series targeting a full-fledged OTT platform.
Meanwhile, Anijak has won the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Award twice in a row, won Best 3D Animation at the Asian Television Awards, and currently has the Zombiedom series, which has 1.3 million subscribers at home and abroad. Recently, Season 3 of Zombiedom was released on Amazon Prime in Japan, and all seasons of Zombiedom were uploaded side by side on Amazon Japan, and service began on VIDIO, Indonesia’s largest OTT.
In addition, ‘Time Traveler Luke’ won the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Award and the Asian Television Award for Best 3D Animation, and was distributed by Canal+ in France, achieving consistent overseas sales results. Recently, it has been reported that discussions are underway regarding extension of broadcasting rights contracts with already contracted channels such as TVP (Poland). ‘In:App’, which is based on the digital world, is also scheduled to be broadcast in 20 countries in the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia, in six languages, including Arabic, through BeIN Media Group, established from Al Jazeera Media Network.
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## World Today News Exclusive Interview: Anizak Animation on the Future of Animation
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World Today News. Today we have the pleasure of hosting Mr. Lee Byeong-Jun, CEO of Anizak Animation, and Professor Kim Min-Seo from the Hongik University Graduate School of Visual Communication. Anizak has made headlines recently for its groundbreaking work in animation and its new partnership with Hongik University. We’ll delve into these exciting developments, exploring the future of animation and the exciting projects Anizak has in store.
**Section 1: Revolutionizing Animation - Near Real-Time VFX Technology**
* **Interviewer:** Mr. Lee, Anizak’s collaboration with Hongik University focuses on developing a “Near Real-Time 4D NeRF-based VFX system.” Could you elaborate on this technology and how it will transform animation production?
* **Interviewer (to Professor Kim):** Professor Kim, from an academic perspective, what are the potential implications of this technology for the field of animation and visual effects? What opportunities does it present to budding animators and VFX artists?
**Section 2: Anizak’s Diverse Portfolio – From Slapstick to Sci-Fi**
* **Interviewer:** Mr. Lee, Anizak has a remarkably diverse portfolio, ranging from non-verbal slapstick comedies like “Skull King” to hard sci-fi adventures like “Space Shaman Hunter.” What draws Anizak to such a wide range of genres?
* **Interviewer:** Mr. Lee, can you tell us more about the creative vision behind each of these projects? What unique storytelling elements and visual styles are you aiming for with each animated series?
**Section 3: Global Reach and International Recognition**
* **Interviewer:** Mr. Lee, Anizak has achieved commendable success on the global stage with series like “Zombiedom” and “Time Traveler Luke,” securing distribution deals with major platforms like Amazon Prime and Canal+. What are the key factors behind Anizak’s international appeal?
* **Interviewer:** What are your strategies for adapting your animated content to different cultural contexts while maintaining a universal appeal? How do you balance local relevance with global storytelling?
**Section 4: Industry-Academia Collaboration – Fostering the Next Generation**
* **Interviewer (to Professor Kim):** Professor Kim, what are your expectations for the partnership with Anizak? How will this collaboration benefit students and faculty at Hongik University?
* **Interviewer (to Mr. Lee):** Mr. Lee, what value do you see in fostering industry-academia partnerships? How do you envision this collaboration shaping the future of animation talent development in South Korea?
**Conclusion:**
We thank Mr. Lee Byeong-Jun and Professor Kim Min-Seo for their insightful contributions to this discussion. Their optimistic outlook and innovative approach to animation promise a bright future for the industry, filled with exciting visual stories and technological advancements. We look forward to witnessing the groundbreaking work that Anizak and Hongik University will produce together.
