Evolution of iiNet Founder – Michael Malones

BWM Sydney presented us with a VERY quirky script following iiNetfounder Michael Malones’ progression from uni student to international internet entrepreneur, showcasing Malone as the original upgrader.
The script came with a brief to create a hand-made DIY looking online video – right up our alley! The main objective was to tell Malone’s and iiNet’s story by using simple, chic and clever animation techniques. A lot of the content is hand drawn. Some has been traditionally (cell) animated with the majority 2D animated using After Effects. Other styles/techniques we used were: live action which was then outlined and tracked, 3D animation, photos, cut-outs, info-graphics and type, making this mish mash of animation really stand out from the crowd.
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The team was headed by Animation Director and Human Cannonball Romain Borrel now famed for his unusual and creative illustration approach. Quite a few Cirkus performers had a go at his project; Juggler Christian Greet, Knifethrower Layne Howe, Daredevil Chris Lyne, Firebreather Sandesh Codhadu, Mime Priyan Jayamaha, Fortune-teller Kylie He, Strongman Scott Wilkinson and Rodney Selby with Liontamestress Felicia Brunsting as producer.