Join us for the first meet up on 2025! Network with fellow members over light bites. Please RSVP on the website for entry. Members are FREE.
American Whiskey
247 W 30th St (loft)
New York, NY 10001
Kick off 2025 in style as we celebrate 20 incredible years of CMA with an unforgettable evening hosted by Leapfrog!
What to Expect:
Don’t miss this chance to celebrate, learn, and connect as we toast to the future of children’s media. All are welcome!
Have you ever wondered what it takes to start and run your own production company? How do you balance being a creative with running a business? What even is an LLC? Join us as we sit down with several animation production company founders and learn what it takes to run your own studio, and if ice cream can be a tax write-off it you were working while you ate it. Panelists include Dave Peth (Mighty Picnic), Jennifer Oxley (Snowflake Films NYC) and Aaron Augenblick (Augenblick Studios), and will be moderated by CMA’s own, Ana Voci and Stacey Greenberger!
Dave Peth – Mighty Picnic
Dave Peth is an Emmy winning producer and creator of Lyla in the Loop. Previously, he helped create digital suites for projects including PBS KIDS Odd Squad, Peg+Cat, Scribbles and Ink, and Design Squad. He holds degrees from Cornell and Harvard in things having to do with art, technology, and learning.
Jennifer Oxley – Snowflake Films NYC
Jennifer Oxley was born in Hollywood, California and caught the filmmaking bug early – she made her first film at the age of seven. Since then, she’s created loads of short films with her production company SNOWFLAKE FILMS NYC, including segments for Sesame Street and an adaptation of Spike Lee’s children’s book, Please, Baby, Please. The Museum of Modern Art acquired her latest film, The Music Box, for their permanent children’s film collection. In the kids TV world, Jennifer won her first of 4 Emmy awards for her role as director on Little Bill. She later went on to create the look and animation style of the critically acclaimed Nickelodeon series The Wonder Pets. She also co-created the hit PBS Kids animated series Peg + Cat! And is the EP/Show Runner of the Spin Master series Vida the Vet, now airing on Netflix and the BBC! Most recently Jennifer revisited a beloved project from her past and developed The Wonder Pets: In the City spin-off for Apple Tv+.
Aaron Augenblick – Augenblick Studios
Aaron Augenblick is an animator, writer, director, and founder of Augenblick Studios in Brooklyn, NY.
His independent studio has been open since 1999, producing notable adult animated content, including Ugly Americans, Superjail, Wonder Showzen, The Jellies, and Death Hacks. His award-winning short films have screened at Sundance, SXSW, Ottawa, and Annecy.
Recently, Aaron has been delving into children’s entertainment with his sister company Future Brain Media. Aaron is the creator and executive producer of City Island on PBS KIDS. In 2024, City Island premieres its second season, music videos, merchandise, and video games.
Through his commitment to hand-drawn animation and his unique vision, Aaron has established himself as one of the most important artists in his field.
Saxton Moore is a 3X Emmy-nominated Animation Director, Producer, Creative Director, and industry leader. Known for his original storytelling, creative leadership and diverse voices, Saxton has directed and produced content for top platforms like Disney+, Netflix, and Cartoon Network, shaping narratives that resonate across diverse audiences.
Join as we discuss his impact in animation, his commitment in recruiting diverse voices and his current journey in creating animation, live-action and literature for children and families.
SAXTON MOORE BIO
Saxton Moore, a distinguished professional with a legacy in animation, boasts a remarkable career spanning over two decades. As a 3X EMMY-nominated Animation Director and Creative Director, Saxton has significantly shaped the landscape of animated content for major US entertainment giants. His journey commenced as a pioneering force behind the branding and marketing initiatives for Cartoon Network, setting the stage for his impactful contributions to the industry.
With a wealth of experience, Saxton has served as a Creative Director at American Greetings/Cloudco, where his expertise played a pivotal role in revitalizing iconic intellectual properties like Care Bears, Strawberry Shortcake, and Madballs. His repertoire extends to the production and direction of award winning animated shorts for esteemed platforms such as Nickelodeon, Disney+ (including the acclaimed “Rise up Sing out”), Sesame Workshop (Emmy winner “Coming together”), and Supervising director on the animated series IYANU for Cartoon Network.
Having recently held the esteemed position of Executive Creative Director/ VP of Production at Lionforge Animation, Saxton is unwavering in his commitment to creating meaningful content that amplifies the voices of underrepresented communities in the media.
Do you have the most creative idea for a new show and have no idea how to start building an audience? Or have you launched your IP and need to know how to continuously grow and engage your audience? And what are the differences and similarities in building an audience across different platforms? Enter Nick Reid, a prominent figure in the Attention Economy, who currently leads award-winning teams at Paramount Global to success with innovative and competitive strategies across linear television, social media, streaming platforms, theatrical box office, podcasts, and YouTube.
Join us as we chat about overall creative development, brand and franchise strategy, and content marketing which are all necessary components in audience acquisition and retention.
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Nick Reid is a prominent figure in the Attention Economy, currently leading award-winning teams at Paramount Global to success with innovative and compelling initiatives across digital studios and video channels. With a deep understanding of creative, platform algorithms, and editorial processes, he excels in developing strategy led creative and always-on programming that acquire key audience segments and support key franchises across YouTube, the theatrical box office, linear television, streaming platforms, podcasts, and social media.
Nick Reid’s expertise spans across live-action programming, sports, animation, and gaming verticals; having worked on titles such as Paramount Pictures’ IF, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2023), Avatar: Braving the Elements Podcast, and Super Bowl LVIII: Live from Bikini Bottom. He leverages social listening tools, data analytics, and intuitive thinking to identify new growth opportunities and expand audiences. Always at the forefront of new trends and technology advancements, Nick Reid knows how to harness these to meet business goals and shape strategic business plans. Known for his critical thinking and creative problem-solving abilities, Nick Reid continues to make a significant impact in the digital media landscape.
