• Call for Volunteers

    Call for Volunteers

    We have now opened our call for Volunteers at the third edition of Manchester Animation Festival, interested in joining the team? Apply Now!

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  • Mackinnon & Saunders: Origins

    Mackinnon & Saunders: Origins

    This year we're thrilled to announce we will be taking over the Granada Foundation Galleries at HOME. We'll be taking a look behind the scenes of the Altrincham-based puppet makers entrusted with bringing some of animation's most beloved characters into being: Mackinnon & Saunders.

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  • Check out our Gallery

    Check out our Gallery

    Take a look at our snaps from last year's festival!

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  • Past Winners

    Past Winners

    Have a look at the list of winners of one of our wonderful awards.

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Latest News

  • Mackinnon & Saunders: Origins

    This year we're thrilled to announce we will be taking over the Granada Foundation Galleries at HOME. We'll be taking a look behind the scenes of the Altrincham-based puppet makers entrusted with bringing some of... Read More >

  • Call for Volunteers!

    We have now opened our call for Volunteers at the third edition of Manchester Animation Festival! This year Manchester Animation Festival takes place 14-16 Nov 2017. We are looking for a passionate, dedicated and... Read More >

  • We’re Hiring!

    APPLICATIONS FOR THIS ROLE ARE NOW CLOSED! We have an exciting opportunity to become part of the Festival Team for Manchester Animation Festival which will take place 14-16 Nov 2017. We are looking to recruit a... Read More >

Submissions

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