Creativity in the Animation Industry

Zheng Liu, Lei Ma

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    Abstract

    In the past 20 years, animation industry has developed rapidly due to the popularity of technology and a market demand on creativity. Large firms such as Disney and Pixar are continuously seeking strategies to expand, improve, and innovate, whereas most Chinese companies, as late comers are upgrading their capability through original design, technology development and policy support. This chapter focuses on the creativity in the animation industry, with an analysis on brand/character development, technology innovation, and policy influence. It starts with an introduction of the creativity in animation industry from both practice and literature perspectives. Then, there are five cases studies into companies with a highlight on their details of creative activities. Discussion is to address the critical issues of creativity in the animation industry, followed by a conclusion and recommendations for future research areas.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationExploring the Benefits of Creativity in Education, Media, and the Arts
    EditorsNava R. Silton
    PublisherIGI Global
    Pages216-239
    ISBN (Electronic)9781522505051
    ISBN (Print)9781522505044
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - Jun 2016

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