Animation Ecosystem 

The Animation Ecosystem is led by The Animation Workshop at VIA University College. For over 30 years, it has been a driving force in educating and mentoring generations of artists and creatives in animation and visualisation. Today, it is recognised as one of Europe’s most respected centres for animated storytelling and visual communication.
The ecosystem is developed in close collaboration with Creative Viborg, the national hub for the visual industry and a support centre for Media Arts companies, alongside the companies Beyond Horizon and Hydralab, and the associated partner Viborg Kommune.
Within the AVENUE project, the Animation Ecosystem focuses on continuously addressing emerging challenges and skill mismatches in the animation field. Through ongoing, practice-based research, it provides relevant and immediate upskilling opportunities, fosters excellence in vocational education and training, supports innovation, and promotes inclusion across the creative sector.

Meet the team

Education

The animation workshop, VIA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE, Denmark

The Animation Workshop is a world, renowned institution under VIA University College, specializing in animation, visual storytelling, and digital art. Located in Viborg, Denmark, it offers industry-focused programs and fosters a vibrant creative community, blending academic excellence with hands-on production experience.

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Per KRISTENSEN

Project Manager

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Gry Lindebjerg

Head of Talent and Skills Development Director

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Jakob Borrits Skov Sabra

Head of Research and Development

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Bue Holmsgaard Fyhn

Project Coordinator Interactive Technologies and Games

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Lone Thaarup Nielsen

Head of Secretariat

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Katrine Broe Møller Sørensen

Programme Leader Animation & Visualisation

ecosystem driver

Creative Viborg,
Denmark

Creative Viborg brings the animation community together: supporting studios, sparking dialogue, and growing a creative ecosystem from Arsenalet in Viborg.

We build local roots with global reach, connecting people in animation, ideas, and industries across games, XR, and design.

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Morten Thorning

Senior Consultant

Industry partner

BEYOND HORIZONS APS

Beyond Horizon specializes in expert digital consultancy, focusing on the integration of emerging technologies across both the industry and educational sectors. Under the leadership of Chris Ebeling, Beyond Horizon offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to modernize and enhance the capabilities of its clients through strategic innovation and digital excellence.

Industry partner​

hydralab

Hydralab is a new breed of studio: small, agile, versatile, digging deep into diverse disciplines and delivering high-end results. Among its projects, it has produced nationally funded animation films, delivered high-budget vfx to leading agencies, built motion control systems for Oscar nominated films, and written production-critical software for multiple large production studios.

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Sunit Parekh

Creative Director & VFX Supervisor

Associated partner

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Animation Ecosystem 

The Animation Ecosystem is led by The Animation Workshop at VIA University College. For over 30 years, it has been a driving force in educating and mentoring generations of artists and creatives in animation and visualisation. Today, it is recognised as one of Europe’s most respected centres for animated storytelling and visual communication.
The ecosystem is developed in close collaboration with Creative Viborg, the national hub for the visual industry and a support centre for Media Arts companies, alongside the companies Beyond Horizon and Hydralab, and the associated partner Viborg Kommune.
Within the AVENUE project, the Animation Ecosystem focuses on continuously addressing emerging challenges and skill mismatches in the animation field. Through ongoing, practice-based research, it provides relevant and immediate upskilling opportunities, fosters excellence in vocational education and training, supports innovation, and promotes inclusion across the creative sector.

Meet the team

Education

The animation workshop, VIA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE, Denmark
Picture of Per KRISTENSEN

Per KRISTENSEN

Project Manager

Picture of Gry Lindebjerg

Gry Lindebjerg

Head of Talent and Skills Development Director

Picture of Jakob Borrits Skov Sabra

Jakob Borrits Skov Sabra

Head of Research and Development

The Animation Workshop is a world, renowned institution under VIA University College, specializing in animation, visual storytelling, and digital art. Located in Viborg, Denmark, it offers industry-focused programs and fosters a vibrant creative community, blending academic excellence with hands-on production experience.

Picture of Bue Holmsgaard Fyhn

Bue Holmsgaard Fyhn

Project Coordinator Interactive Technologies and Games

Picture of Lone Thaarup Nielsen

Lone Thaarup Nielsen

Head of Secretariat

Picture of Katrine Broe Møller Sørensen

Katrine Broe Møller Sørensen

Programme Leader Animation & Visualisation

ecosystem driver​

Creative Viborg,
Denmark

Creative Viborg brings the animation community together: supporting studios, sparking dialogue, and growing a creative ecosystem from Arsenalet in Viborg.

We build local roots with global reach, connecting people in animation, ideas, and industries across games, XR, and design.

Picture of morten thorning

morten thorning

Senior Consultant

Industry partner

BEYOND HORIZONS APS

Beyond Horizon specializes in expert digital consultancy, focusing on the integration of emerging technologies across both the industry and educational sectors. Under the leadership of Chris Ebeling, Beyond Horizon offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to modernize and enhance the capabilities of its clients through strategic innovation and digital excellence.

Industry partner​

hydralab

Hydralab is a new breed of studio: small, agile, versatile, digging deep into diverse disciplines and delivering high-end results. Among its projects, it has produced nationally funded animation films, delivered high-budget vfx to leading agencies, built motion control systems for Oscar nominated films, and written production-critical software for multiple large production studios.

Picture of Sunit Parekh

Sunit Parekh

Creative Director & VFX Supervisor

Associated partner

your name here?

Interested in joining Avenue?

Become an Associated Partner and be part of something impactful.

We’re always looking to collaborate with organizations, institutions, and individuals who share our vision. As an associated partner, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute your expertise, expand your network, and help shape meaningful outcomes.

Get in touch to explore how we can work together.

want to join avenue?

Become an Associate Partner at Avenue


Avenue is a growing network of creatives, educators, and innovators who believe in the power of collaboration to shape the future of learning.

As an Associate Partner, you’ll join a community of like-minded individuals working together to create meaningful, engaging educational content that inspires and empowers learners around the world.

Whether you’re a designer, writer, strategist, educator, or multidisciplinary creator, if you’re passionate about sharing knowledge and pushing creative boundaries, there’s a place for you here.

 

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