Manchester Animation Festival

Adam Oliver is an animator, illustrator, and educator based in Manchester, UK. He is the founder of Adam’s Animation Academy (adamsanimationacademy.com), which offers hands-on 2D animation training to students worldwide. With over 16 years’ experience in the animation industry, Adam has worked across children’s TV and film as an animator, technical director, and specialist in Toon Boom Harmony. Passionate about both creativity and teaching, he helps artists build the skills and confidence to bring their ideas to life. Outside of animation, Adam enjoys filling sketchbooks, playing golf, and listening to metal music – an unusual but inspiring combination!