Ramsey Naito, the President of Paramount Animation, is leaving the studio after its acquisition by Skydance. This move comes as part of a larger wave of layoffs that saw 1,000 jobs cut recently. The new Chairman and CEO, David Ellison, has hinted at more job reductions, with around 2,000 positions in the US and additional layoffs globally.

Naito took on the role of Paramount Animation President and Nickelodeon Animation President in 2021, after being promoted to the latter position in 2020. She initially joined Nickelodeon Animation in 2018 as the EVP of Animation Production and Development, where she played a crucial role in expanding the studio’s projects through approvals and partnerships with talent and creators.

During her time, Naito led Nickelodeon to its largest animation slate in its history, with over 70 projects in development. She oversaw popular franchises like SpongeBob SquarePants, Dora the Explorer, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, as well as newer titles such as Baby Shark and The Loud House.

Before her tenure at Nickelodeon, Naito received an Oscar nomination for producing ‘Boss Baby’ at DreamWorks Animation. She has also worked with Blue Sky Studios, Cartoon Network, and Nickelodeon Movies. Naito, who holds a Master of Fine Arts from CalArts, has a unique background in art and animation.

In a letter to her team, Naito expressed gratitude for the opportunity to lead a talented group of storytellers and artists. She highlighted her pride in revitalizing beloved characters like SpongeBob and Paw Patrol, while also introducing new content for a new generation. Naito praised the team’s collaborative and creative spirit, assuring them of her continued support as she moves on.

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