Annecy 2025 Event: Animating Futures China-Europe Dialogue in the Age of AI

Annecy MIFA 2025 Event: Animating Futures China-Europe Dialogue in the Age of AI

***A networking breakfast will be offered following the panel discussion.***

Organized by

Communication University of China - School of Animation and Digital Arts

Jilin Animation Institute

Alliance Cinéaste Chine-Europe (ACCE)

Presentation (ENG):

A professional China–Europe gathering on animation education in the age of AI, beginning with a networking breakfast where ideas meet over coffee.

As artificial intelligence transforms both creative industries and educational models, how should animation pedagogy evolve to meet the needs of a rapidly changing world? How can we move beyond traditional international exchange toward true co-creation across borders? And what role will global collaboration play in nurturing new talent and linking education with industry?

This dialogue-driven event brings together educators, creators, and institutional leaders from China and Europe to explore three central themes: pedagogical innovation, youth-driven creation, and international co-education. Through keynote talks, panel discussions, and informal networking, participants will share practical insights and forward-thinking strategies for shaping the future of animation education in the AI era.

Whether you are a university representative, independent creator, studio producer, or a professional invested in the future of animation, join us for this cross-cultural conversation—where new ideas emerge and lasting partnerships begin.

The event features a networking breakfast, offering participants a relaxed setting to continue the conversation over coffee and refreshments.

Présentation (FR):

Une rencontre professionnelle entre la Chine et l’Europe, combinant interventions thématiques et moment d’échange autour d’un petit-déjeuner. À l’ère de l’IA, comment l’enseignement de l’animation peut-il s’adapter ? Comment transformer les échanges internationaux en véritables co-créations ? Et quel rôle la coopération mondiale peut-elle jouer face aux enjeux de formation, de création et d’accès aux ressources ?

Cet événement réunit des enseignants, créateurs et institutions de Chine et d’Europe autour de trois thèmes : innovation pédagogique, création émergente et coopération internationale.

Au programme : prises de parole inspirantes, dialogues croisés et un petit-déjeuner de networking chaleureux, pensé comme un temps fort d’échanges libres, de rencontres et d’inspiration.

Ouvert à tous les professionnels, enseignants et jeunes talents curieux des tendances IA et des collaborations sino-européennes.

L’événement comprend un petit-déjeuner convivial, offrant un cadre propice à la poursuite des échanges autour d’un café et d’une sélection de mets.

Moderator:

Wei SHEN

Head of International | CUC School of Animation and Digital Arts

Speakers:

Li MA

President | President of the China Animation Association and

Honorary Researcher | China Radio and Television Art Research Centre

Shengying AI

Head of the Animation Department | CUC School of Animation and Digital Arts

Vice President | Beijing Comics Society

Shirui GAI

Vice President |Jilin Animation Institute

Jiayuan QU

Vice Dean of School of Future Intelligent lmage | Jilin Animation Institute

Bing YAN

Vice President and Producer | Guang Dong Winsing Animation Co., Ltd

Guojie LIU

President | Alliance Cinéaste Chine-Europe (ACCE)

Remarks:

• The panel is open to Festival+, Students and Mifa badgeholders;
• Registration is based on first come first serve basis.

Enquiry：communications@accefilm.com