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Illumination
Studios Paris

One of the world's leading animation studio

Illumination, founded by Chris Meledandri in 2007, is one of the entertainment industry’s leading producers of event-animated films, including Despicable Me—the most successful animated franchise in cinematic history—as well as Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax, Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch, The Secret Life of Pets, Sing films and The Super Mario Bros. Movie, a partnership with Nintendo. To top these films we are adding, Migration, directed by Benjamin Renner.

Illumination’s iconic, beloved franchises—infused with memorable and distinct characters, global appeal and cultural relevance—have grossed more than $9 billion worldwide. Illumination has an exclusive financing and distribution partnership with Universal Pictures.

Illumination’s latest release : Despicable Me 4, in July 2024

Illumination announced a new animated film based on the world of Super Mario Bros. planned to be released on April 3, 2026, and to be followed by the 3rd chapter of Minions

Illumination is based in Santa Monica, CA and its studio, Illumination Studios Paris, is located in the center of Paris, France.

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Expression of Interest – VFX Artist (Fall 2024)


Published on 3 October 2024

Start date: SUMMER / FALL 2024
Occupation: VFX
Offer type: Customary fixed-term contract (intermittent)
Level: All level
Contract: Full time

3D Character Animator – On Site


Published on 25 September 2024

Start date: ASAP
Occupation: Animation
Offer type: Customary fixed-term contract (intermittent)
Level: Senior
Contract: Full time
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Event – Annecy Festival 2024

This year at the Festival, we had the opportunity to showcase the film Despicable Me…
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Actu – Illumination & Nintendo

Nintendo and Illumination are excited to announce production on a new film in continuation of…
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Event – Annecy Festival 2023

12TH - 17TH JUNE 2023 Screening, Recruitment Presentation & Cocktail Evening!   Illumination Studios Paris…
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