We’re proud to be named among the Healthiest Employers of Oregon for the second year in a row. At LAIKA, we take a holistic approach to our employees’ well-being, which includes comprehensive on-site services and wellness offerings, a robust benefits program, inclusive community groups, and sustainability initiatives. Thank you to the Portland Business Journal for continuing to recognize our commitment to our employees. https://bizj.us/1qle2g #LifeAtLAIKA
About us
LAIKA was founded in 2005 in Oregon and is guided by the vision of its President & CEO Travis Knight. Located just outside Portland, Oregon, LAIKA was awarded a Scientific and Technology Oscar® for its innovation in 3D printing in 2016. Its five films - Missing Link (2019); Kubo and the Two Strings (2016); The Boxtrolls (2014); ParaNorman (2012), and Coraline (2009) - were all nominated for Oscars® and PGA Awards as Outstanding Animated Film. Missing Link was the first LAIKA film to win the Golden Globe® for Best Animated Feature and was awarded two Visual Effects Society (VES) awards for Outstanding Visual Effects in an Animated Feature and Outstanding Animated Character, and received seven Annie Award nominations. Kubo received a second Oscar® nomination for Outstanding Visual Effects and won the BAFTA Award, as well as three Annie Awards, the National Board of Review's Best Animated Feature citation, and 19 regional and critics’ group awards. The Boxtrolls earned Critics’ Choice and Golden Globe Award nominations and 13 Annie Award nominations, more than any other film that year. ParaNorman garnered BAFTA, Critics’ Choice, and GLAAD Media Award nominations, won two Annie Awards, and was cited as the year’s best animated film by 14 critics’ groups. Coraline earned Golden Globe, BAFTA, and Critics’ Choice nominations and was named one of the year’s 10 Best Films by the American Film Institute (AFI). For more information, visit http://www.LAIKA.com.
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http://www.laika.com
External link for LAIKA Studios
- Industry
- Animation
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Hillsboro, OR
- Type
- Privately Held
- Specialties
- Animation, Feature Film, CG, 2D, Stop Motion, and 3D
Locations
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Primary
6750 NE Bennett Street
Hillsboro, OR 97124, US
Employees at LAIKA Studios
Updates
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Did you know that our homes are filled with vampire electronics? And that finding these sources of phantom power is an important step toward conserving energy? We learned this and many more eco-friendly tips last week, when our Sustainability Committee hosted two guests from Energy Trust of Oregon for an enlightening panel discussion about all things energy conservation: why it’s so important, how to adopt sustainable life habits, and how to implement energy savings at work and at home. Find out more by visiting the Energy Trust of Oregon website https://lnkd.in/gepJvKTE. #LifeAtLAIKA #Sustainability
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In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Julie Collura of Creative Change Works reminds us all of the importance of mindfulness and taking time for ourselves throughout our busy days. Julie offers on-site mental health care to LAIKA employees as part of the studio’s benefits package. #LifeAtLAIKA
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In our latest employee spotlight, Kristian Larsen shares his unique journey from dressing sets and making props in Norway to bringing puppets to life as a stop-motion animator at LAIKA. Hear from Kristian about a typical workday in his anything-but-typical job, what he most enjoys about working at LAIKA, and the advice he has for aspiring animators. #LifeAtLAIKA
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We keep busy at LAIKA, where we’re immersed in bringing the world of WILDWOOD to life and gearing up to release CORALINE in remastered 3D. Still, it’s important to take time to come together, celebrate our successes, and look toward the future. At our recent hybrid All-Studio Meeting, we heard about exciting work happening at the studio, impactful sustainability initiatives, and recognition programs honoring employees who go beyond the norm. We walk a different path at LAIKA. If you’re interested in joining us, visit www.laika.com/careers. #LifeAtLAIKA
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We’re partnering with the British Film Institute (BFI) to present “Stop Motion,” a film series to celebrate hand-crafted animation that will present all five of our Oscar-nominated features to date. In addition, LAIKA: Frame x Frame is a new exhibition opening at BFI Southbank, showcasing the art, science, and innovation of our films while giving visitors an exclusive look at puppets, sets, and artifacts.
British Film Institute Partners With Animation Studio Laika For Stop Motion Film Screening Series
https://variety.com
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On a recent visit to Warm Springs K-8 Academy facilitated through our partnership with Caldera Arts, we converted the school library into a pop-up painting and animation studio. LAIKA’s Native ERG and Outreach team hosted three 90-minute workshops for 60 middle-school students and answered their questions about forging a career in the arts. Students could either paint 3D-printed faces of classic LAIKA characters cast in resin or participate in a hands-on animation tutorial. We’re not sure who had more fun, the students or the LAIKAns! #LifeAtLAIKA Classroom images courtesy of Jefferson County School District
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LAIKA will be attending Annecy 2024 and we hope to see you there! https://lnkd.in/g-2Udygy
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We honored #EarthDay throughout the month of April with a series of events highlighting the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability. Activities included e-waste recycling, free on-site bike repair, and Earth Day-themed trivia. We also hosted a mug swap at our coffee shop, Dripsters, to encourage reduction of plastic waste. #LifeAtLAIKA
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What’s it like to be a Junior Recruiter at LAIKA? Ask Marilyn Escobar, who loves matching talented individuals with roles where they can grow and shine. In our newest employee spotlight, Marilyn offers a glimpse into her work, the LAIKA Women ERG, and our studio culture. #LifeAtLAIKA
MARILYN ESCOBAR
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