Paramount Pictures has named Jennifer Dodge, a seasoned executive in animation and toy companies, as the new president of Paramount Animation. Dodge, known for her work on Spin Master’s popular franchise PAW Patrol, will officially assume her role on January 5, reporting to Paramount Pictures co-chairs Dana Goldberg and Josh Greenstein.

Dodge steps into the position previously held by Ramsey Naito, who left the studio amidst a leadership reorganization linked to Paramount’s merger with Skydance Media. The restructuring, overseen by new Paramount Global chairman and CEO David Ellison, is part of a significant realignment that is expected to result in around 2,000 job cuts in the U.S., with additional layoffs planned internationally.

Goldberg and Greenstein praised Dodge as an exceptional creative executive and producer with a strong track record in building globally resonant franchises. They highlighted her expertise in storytelling, world-building, and brand development as key qualities that make her well-suited to lead the studio into its next phase.

At Spin Master Entertainment, Dodge held the role of president for both entertainment and consumer products, overseeing the expansion and global presence of the company’s television and film properties. Notably, she led the production of PAW Patrol: The Movie (2021) and its sequel PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie (2023), both distributed by Paramount Pictures.

Dodge’s career began in television, where she produced numerous episodes of animated shows, including PAW Patrol and Little Charmers. In addition to her time at Spin Master, she also served in a senior executive position at Nickelodeon Preschool, focusing on developing new original content for young audiences.

As the head of Paramount Animation, Dodge will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the studio’s operations, from early development to release. Her upcoming projects include The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants (December 2025), PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie (2026), Avatar: The Last Airbender – Legend of Aang (2026), and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem 2 (2027).

Dodge expressed her honor in joining the studio, highlighting her belief in the ability of animation to inspire, entertain, and bring audiences of all ages together. She also emphasized Paramount’s legacy of bold and imaginative storytelling as the cornerstone for creating the next generation of memorable animated films.

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