June 4, 2025
Former Axis Studios Execs Launch Animation Prod Co. Zaratan With Support From Aniventure
UK animation industry veterans Andrew Pearce and Paula Bird have launched Glasgow-based production company Zaratan specializing in animation for older audiences.
UK animation industry veterans Andrew Pearce and Paula Bird have launched Glasgow-based production company Zaratan specializing in animation for older audiences.
The co-founders were previously long-time executives at Axis Studios, which created shows such as Eyes of Wakanda, Love Death & Robots and Secret Level. They will both be at the Annecy International Film Festival’s MIFA market next week with the new company.
Their new venture has the support of Paws of Fury, Hit Pig and Animal Farm animation studio Aniventure, which is providing support by completing financing for Zaratan’s growth strategy. The company will also be in Annecy for the world premiere of Animal Farm in the presence of director and producer Andy Serkis.
Read the full article on Deadline.