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Triggerfish, an award-winning animation studio from South Africa, is set to broaden its global reach by opening a new studio in the UK. This expansion aims to strengthen its presence in Europe and accelerate growth in feature films, TV series, and specials.

Building on its established locations in South Africa and Ireland, the new UK studio will bring Triggerfish closer to key clients and creative partners. It will also leverage the UK’s renowned talent pool, tax incentives, and creative environment to deliver high-quality animation services. The studio is currently hiring for various positions for a TV special and is seeking a Head of UK to oversee projects from this new location.

This expansion follows several years of consistent growth across Europe. Triggerfish has worked with prominent studios, broadcasters, and co-production partners on notable projects, including Netflix’s Supa Team 4 and Disney+’s Kizazi Moto: Generation Fire. The studio has also provided full animation services for six award-winning specials for Magic Light Pictures, such as Stick Man and The Snail and the Whale.

According to Stuart Forrest, CEO of Triggerfish, “The UK has always been central to our story – many of our most talented collaborators are based here. The animation studio of the future is global by design, built to work with the best talent on the best productions, wherever they are. Expanding our presence in the UK is a natural next step in growing our European business.”

Forrest added that the future of animation studios will be widely distributed and connected through technology, with local hubs for training and community. By establishing a presence in the UK, Triggerfish aims to create new opportunities for local talent while providing collaborative spaces for teams.

With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality animated storytelling, Triggerfish is now ready to scale. Over the past three years, the studio has refined its remote-friendly workflows, allowing for smooth collaboration across different regions. For Disney+’s Kizazi Moto: Generation Fire, Triggerfish coordinated over 1,500 crew members across nine studios on three continents. Its advanced CG pipeline, designed for USD integration, streamlines production and enhances cross-border collaboration, recently tested on Lucasfilm’s Star Wars: Visions – Aau’s Song, which enabled real-time collaboration across countries.

Since its founding in 1996, Triggerfish has become a leading African studio in premium, character-driven animation for film and television. The studio has received numerous accolades, including Emmys and Annies, and has collaborated with major partners such as Disney, Netflix, BBC, Lucasfilm, Magic Light Pictures, Nickelodeon, and Sony Pictures Animation. Guided by core values of respect, empowerment, pioneering spirit, excellence, and inspiration, these principles are integral to every production.

Triggerfish is led by CEO Stuart Forrest, along with a creative leadership team that includes Director of Production Mike Buckland, Director of Development Anthony Silverston, Head of CG Chris Cunnington, Head of Talent Cathy Bradley, and Head of Academy Aibe Mawu. Beyond production, the studio is committed to the future of animation through the Triggerfish Foundation and Triggerfish Academy, which offer free training, mentorship, and access to industry opportunities in collaboration with organizations like Disney, Netflix, GIZ, Goethe-Institut, and AFS.

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