2D animation software for studios and independent creators
Toon Boom Animation builds the standard 2D animation toolkit used across major studios. The product is written in C++ and Qt, deployed on Windows and macOS. Current roadmap centers on AI-driven capabilities and next-generation animation solutions, with active pilots underway in Japan — signaling geographic expansion into a major animation production hub. Hiring leans senior (engineering-focused), suggesting deepening of core platform engineering rather than broad-based growth.
Notable leadership hires: Team Lead
Toon Boom Animation develops professional 2D animation and storyboarding software headquartered in Montreal. The platform serves two audiences: professional animation studios (including major film and TV production houses) and independent creators. The product suite includes tools for digital storyboarding, character animation, and animation composition. Distribution spans Windows and macOS. The company is exploring AI integration into its animation workflows and actively piloting implementations with Japanese studios to address localization and pipeline integration challenges in that market.
Core stack is C++, Qt, Windows, and macOS. The company also uses Jira for development workflow, HubSpot for customer data, and Google/Meta Ads for marketing.
Current projects include next-generation 2D animation solutions, AI-driven capabilities integration, Japanese studio pipeline integration, and expansion of its automation suite.
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