Brian Wilson
Brian Wilson
Brian Wilson
Brian Wilson
Brian Wilson
Brian Wilson
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ABOUT

Brian Wilson

Co-Founder - Zero Gravity Studios
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Brian O. Wilson is an award-winning animation director, storyteller, and creative entrepreneur, driving Africa's animation industry forward from his Lagos-based Zero Gravity Studios. Recognized for his powerful narratives, Brian's animated short films have earned international acclaim, featuring at film festivals across Nigeria, Spain, the U.S., and Sweden.

With a Master’s degree in Computer Animation from Bournemouth University, Brian’s passion for storytelling has led him to speak and conduct workshops at renowned platforms including Social Media Week, AfricaNXT, and Lagos ComicCon. His achievements include winning the Annecy Animation Du Monde Lagos pitch contest and earning the prestigious Digital Lab Africa animation award twice, showcasing his exceptional creative vision.

Brian is also deeply committed to empowering young Africans through digital technologies, art, fashion, and Afrobeats, and serves as a trustee for Animation Nigeria, a non-profit dedicated to nurturing the local animation industry.

At SAC25, Brian will share his expertise on storytelling, pitching, and animation production, helping attendees craft compelling stories that resonate globally while highlighting authentic African perspectives.

#SAC2025
2:30 pm
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3:30 pm
Panel Discussion

How to Break Cultural Barriers Through Animation

Otaku Stage
Speakers
Brian Wilson
Brian Wilson
Co-Founder - Zero Gravity Studios
Tariq Ali
Tariq Ali
Animation Director & Founder - ZANAD
Andrea Bozzetto
Co-Founder - Studio Bozzetto & Co
Moderators
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Valentina Martelli
Founder & CEO - ITTV International & TV Journalist
May 1st

Other Speakers

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Tomomi Kimpara

CoMix Wave Films
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Ilaria Mazzonis

Executive Producer - Mobo Digital
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Nobuyoshi Habara

Anime Director - Bandai Namco Filmworks, Sunrise, Xebec & Production I.G
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Pietro Pinetti

Artistic Director - BAD & SAC & CEO - Studio Bozzetto
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