Rodeo FX has opened a unified Paris studio in the 10th arrondissement, consolidating its French divisions, including Film & Episodic, Advertising & Experiences, and Mikros Animation, into a single location for the first time.
The new facility, located on Rue Dieu and spanning more than 40,000 square feet, has been designed to support the company’s expansion in Europe while enabling closer collaboration across departments. The consolidation aims to streamline operations, strengthen creative alignment, and support innovation across projects of varying scale.
This development follows Rodeo FX’s initial Paris expansion two years ago and the subsequent integration of Mikros Animation into its operations, marking a continued investment in building a scalable European production hub; the company acquired the animation studio last year. “We’re incredibly proud to see our Paris office grow at such a remarkable pace,” said Sebastien Moreau, President & CEO of Rodeo FX. “This expansion is a testament to the exceptional work delivered by our local teams and reinforces our decision to bolster Rodeo FX’s European presence. It’s a bold step forward for Rodeo FX and for the creative community in Paris.”
Franck Lambertz, VFX Supervisor and Head of the Paris Studio, added, “The journey we’ve made in just two years has been incredible, with every project pushing us further creatively and technically. Entering this new chapter together, bringing all our teams into a space as inspiring as this, only makes you want to try even harder.”
The Paris-based Film & Episodic division has contributed to European productions including Luc Besson’s Dracula and Alexandre Astier’s Kaamelott, and is currently collaborating on new projects for Netflix and Pathé. The Advertising & Experiences team has delivered campaigns for brands such as Yves Saint Laurent, Chanel, and Hermès, with the new space intended to support ongoing client collaboration and creative development.
The integration also brings Mikros Animation’s European operations into the same location. The studio is known for work on PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, and the move expands Rodeo FX’s animation capabilities within a shared production pipeline. “This move represents a key step in our integration within the Rodeo FX family,” said Julien Meesters, President of Mikros Animation. “It’s a natural continuation of our journey, allowing us to leverage a global pipeline and innovative technologies for our next productions.”
Rodeo FX is recognized for its visual effects work on projects including Stranger Things, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, and Dune. The new Paris studio is positioned to support continued collaboration across film, episodic, advertising, and animation production.
Source: Rodeo FX
Dan Sarto is Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of Animation World Network.