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Animaj

Next-gen media for children's franchises

CORE INFO

$85M
Total Funding
Series A
Round
2022
Founded
51-200
Team Size
Paris, France
Headquarters

Animaj is a media company that creates global children's franchises using AI-powered, digital-first models, appealing to diverse platforms and cultures.

  • Animaj's content is distributed across over 100 platforms, including Netflix, Disney+, and Prime Video.animaj.com
  • Animaj has developed a proprietary GenAI animation pipeline that enhances production efficiency while maintaining high creative quality.animaj.com
  • Animaj was selected for the Disney Accelerator in 2025, recognizing its digital-first franchise model and AI-driven production.animaj.com

WHY WE WOULD WORK AT ANIMAJ

Innovative Animation Technology

Join a team pioneering a GenAI animation pipeline that enhances production efficiency while maintaining high creative quality, revolutionizing how children's content is created.

Global Impact

Work on beloved franchises like Pocoyo and Maya the Bee, reaching audiences across over 100 platforms including Netflix and Disney+, making a significant impact on children's entertainment worldwide.

Award-Winning Culture

Be part of a company that has garnered over 45 industry awards, reflecting a commitment to excellence and creativity in children's media.

Rapid Growth Opportunities

With $85M in Series A funding, Animaj is positioned for rapid expansion, offering employees the chance to grow alongside a dynamic and ambitious company.

Mission-Driven Work

Contribute to a mission that aims to redefine children's entertainment, creating franchises that resonate across cultures and generations, fostering a love for storytelling.

Collaborative Team Environment

Join a diverse team of 51-200 passionate professionals who prioritize proactive communication and collaboration, ensuring every voice is heard in the creative process.

MARKET AND TRACTION

KEY METRICS

✦ KEY METRIC
  • Over 22 billion views per year on YouTube.

  • 243 million YouTube subscribers.

  • More than 45 industry awards received.

  • Over 100 million mobile app downloads.
  • NOTABLE CUSTOMERS

  • Animaj's content is distributed across over 100 platforms, including major services like Netflix, Disney+, and Prime Video.

  • Their media is also available on Spotify and various FAST channels, showcasing a broad distribution strategy.
  • GROWTH TACTICS

  • Animaj leverages a proprietary AI-powered, digital-first model to create engaging children's franchises.

  • The company has developed a unique GenAI animation pipeline that enhances production efficiency while maintaining high creative quality.
  • COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE

  • Animaj combines human creativity with Audience Intelligence™ and AI-driven production, allowing for the creation of stories that resonate across diverse platforms and cultures.

  • Their focus on data-driven decision-making and ambitious goal-setting positions them as a leader in the children's entertainment sector.
  • MARKET POSITION

  • Founded in 2022, Animaj is rapidly establishing itself as a next-generation media company in the children's franchise market.

  • The company has received significant funding, totaling $85 million in its Series A round, indicating strong investor confidence in its innovative approach.
  • PRODUCT AND TECH

    GenAI Animation Pipeline

    Animaj's proprietary GenAI animation pipeline enhances production efficiency by integrating AI-driven sketch-to-pose prediction and motion-in-betweening, ensuring high-quality animation while significantly reducing production time and costs.

    Audience Intelligence™

    This innovative approach combines data analytics with creative storytelling, allowing Animaj to tailor content that resonates with diverse audiences across various platforms and cultures.

    Digital-First Model

    Animaj's digital-first strategy focuses on creating franchises designed for the digital age, ensuring that content is optimized for online distribution and engagement on platforms like Netflix and Disney+.

    Franchise Development

    The company specializes in building global children's franchises, leveraging both established brands like Pocoyo and Maya the Bee and original creations to capture the attention of young audiences worldwide.

    AI-Driven Production

    By merging human creativity with AI technologies, Animaj streamlines the animation process, enabling faster turnaround times while maintaining the artistic integrity of its content.

    COMPANY CULTURE

    Values

  • Ambitious goal-setting

  • Excellence in creativity and production

  • Proactive communication and action

  • Data-driven decision-making

  • Emphasis on speed over consensus
  • Operating Principles

  • Merging human creativity with AI technology

  • Prioritizing efficiency in production processes

  • Fostering a collaborative team environment

  • Encouraging innovative thinking and experimentation
  • Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development

  • Access to cutting-edge AI technologies

  • Flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance

  • Engaging projects with global impact in children's entertainment
  • Team Cadence

  • Regular team meetings to align on goals

  • Agile workflows to adapt to project needs

  • Open feedback loops to enhance collaboration

  • Celebrating team achievements and milestones
  • Learning & Growth

  • Continuous learning opportunities in AI and animation

  • Workshops and training sessions for skill enhancement

  • Mentorship programs for career development

  • Encouragement of cross-departmental knowledge sharing
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    KEY COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENTS

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    Jun 1, 2025FUNDINGAnimaj Raises $85M to Accelerate AI-Powered Global Kids’ Franchisesanimaj.com
    Sep 1, 2023FUNDINGReed Smith advises Bootstrap on fundraising for Animajreedsmith.com
    Sep 19, 2023MILESTONEAnimaj’s First Milestone: Acquiring Pocoyo for New Growth | XAngexange.vc
    Feb 13, 2026PRODUCTHasbro Entertainment and Animaj Launch LUMEE, a Next-Generation Ad Sales and Brand Partnerships Joint Venture | Hasbronewsroom.hasbro.com
    Mar 1, 2026FUNDINGAnimaj joins Google AI Futures Fund to redefine how kids content gets made.animaj.com
    Apr 12, 2026INTERVIEW#534 - Sixte de Vauplane - Animaj - Le studio d'animation qui fait trembler Hollywoodgdiy.fr
    Feb 16, 2026INTERVIEWGen A to Z: Reinventing the Model with Animaj’s Greg Dray - ScreenMDMscreenmdm.com
    Jul 1, 2025FOUNDER PROFILEAnimaj's Next Frontier: How Sixte de Vauplane Plans to Reinvent Kids' Media with AI - The FoundersPressthefounderspress.com
    Oct 1, 2025CUSTOMER WINPR#6 MTB STRATEGIC ALLIANCEmedia.studio100international.com
    May 28, 2026CUSTOMER WINHasbro & Animaj’s LUMEE Expands Portfolio with Disney Advertising Agreement | Hasbronewsroom.hasbro.com
    Jul 8, 2025PRESSPocoyo's AI Era - by Matt Fergusonlifeinthemachine.substack.com
    Jul 28, 2025AWARDDisney Accelerator Announces Its 2025 Class of Companies | The Walt Disney Companythewaltdisneycompany.com
    Apr 8, 2026EXEC HIREOlivier Dumont Joins Animaj's Board of Directors as Independent Memberanimaj.com