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SPINDLE WELCOME EDDY.
24 August 2023

French animation big guns Eddy have joined Spindle for UK representation. Founded in 2015 by Jean-François Bourrel and Nicolas de Rosanbo, Eddy hop between 2D, 3D, and stop-motion animation with ease, thanks in large part to their ace roster.

Recent moves into virtual reality and gaming have also paid off, as have a string of co-productions across the English Channel. Here's what Eddy have to say about their new home from home, plus their hopes for the future.


"The UK advertising market is innovative, risk-taking and exploding with fun and imagination. We're thrilled to get a foot in the door by joining cutting-edge creative production company Spindle, and feel they are the mentors to guide our next steps."


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Eddy are trailblazers in this area and work hard to grow and nurture talent from all corners of the globe.

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Eddy HQ add: "Our shared taste has its roots in a shared ethos—the starting point of any fruitful creative collaboration. We feel that our directors have a lot to offer the UK market and look forward to bringing our mutual experience of development and production to bear on future projects."



And what does head of sales Emily Jordan-Wilson have to say about her new colleagus? "It isn't a coincidence that Eddy are based in Paris, as France is home to the best animation education and artists in the world. Eddy are trailblazers in this area and work hard to grow and nurture talent from all corners of the globe.

"They have successfully built a production company that creates outstanding output, who share our values, and I can't wait for you to meet them. The UK aint gonna know what's hit it."

To learn more about all things Eddy, drop Emily Jordan-Wilson a line (emily@spindle.co) or call her on 07944 678 945.
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