Hideaki Anno Joins Production I.G as Board Member in August – Exciting Industry Move
Discover the latest updates on Evangelion's director and Studio Khara founder joining the board—insights into anime industry leadership and innovation.
Hideaki Anno Joins Production I.G Board of Directors
Exciting news in the anime world!
On Friday, Production I.G announced that renowned anime director Hideaki Anno has been appointed as a new member of its board of directors. The appointment will take effect on August 21.
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Who is Hideaki Anno?
- Founder and president of Khara studio
- Famous for creating the iconic anime Neon Genesis Evangelion, which has become a massive franchise with films, manga, novels, and more.
- Founded Khara in 2006, after co-founding the legendary studio Gainax.
- Directed a tetralogy of Evangelion films, starting with Evangelion: 1.0 You Are [Not] Alone (2007) and ending with Evangelion: 3.0+1.0: Thrice Upon A Time (2021).
A Legacy in Anime
Anno's influence extends beyond Evangelion. He was a co-founder of Gainax, known for groundbreaking works like Royal Space Force and Neon Genesis Evangelion. He played multiple roles in Gainax's productions, including animation director and storyboard artist.
He has also contributed to major films like Shin Godzilla, Shin Ultraman, and Shin Kamen Rider, showcasing his love for kaiju (giant monsters) and tokusatsu (special effects) media.
Other Notable Roles
- Writer and co-director of Shin Godzilla
- Writer of Shin Ultraman
- Director and writer of Shin Kamen Rider
- Co-writer for upcoming Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX anime
About Production I.G
- Known for classics like Ghost in the Shell, Psycho-Pass, and Blood: The Last Vampire.
- Co-founded in 1987 by Mitsuhisa Ishikawa, who owns 18.9% of the company.
- Recently, IG Port, the parent company, entered a partnership with Sanrio, making it the fourth-largest shareholder.
This move marks a significant step for Anno, further cementing his influence in the anime industry. Fans and industry insiders alike will be watching closely as he takes on this new role at Production I.G.