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Mainframe Studios
Mainframe Studios is an animation development and production studio that creates premium content for global audiences, including feature films, series, shorts, and digital-first projects. Utilizing 3D, 2D, and Unreal hybrid pipelines, the company produces entertainment for major media platforms in partnership with industry leaders.
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Mainframe Studios at a glance
Mainframe Studios is an animation company headquartered in Canada. Xcout tracks 9 named people at Mainframe Studios, including Michael Hefferon (President & Chief Creative Officer).
Mainframe Studios leadership
- Michael HefferonPresident & Chief Creative Officer
- Claudia Scott-HansenCookbook Media
- Rob BencalCookbook Media
- Kim Dent WilderExecutive Vice President
- Nitin KumarSVP, Technical and Facilities Operations
- Tanya GreenSVP Development & Current Series
3 more named people on record for Mainframe Studios, with roles, board committees and tenure — see the full roster →
Mainframe Studios competitors
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Lighthouse Studios is an award-winning 2D animation and content production studio that develops and produces animated series and features. Founded in 2017, the company is based in Kilkenny, Ireland.
Image Engine is a visual effects studio that provides specialized digital production services, including creature creation, environments, simulations, and invisible effects. The company serves the film and television industries by delivering computer-generated imagery for various movies and streaming series.
Baobab Studios is an independent animation studio headquartered in California, operating at the crossroads of film, games, and technology to build original universes and expand franchises.
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