Sabah Creative Economy and Innovation Centre (SCENIC) is set to propel the state’s animation industry forward as it becomes Malaysia’s first Toon Boom Authorised Training Centre. Toon Boom is an innovative animation software that is used by world-class animation companies.
Speaking during the virtual launching of SCENIC’s Five Years Blueprint today, General Manager Viviantie Sarjuni says navigating SCENIC is not merely organising programmes for the people but requires a great understanding of the talent and industry landscape in Sabah apart from measuring the effectiveness of a programme over time.
The virtual event was also witnessed by Malaysian Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) Chief Executive Officer Mahadzir Aziz, Studio Ace Production Chief Executive Officer Sinn Chun Hou @ Geoffrey, and Toon Boom’s representative.
Mahadzir Aziz, CEO of Malaysian Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) said Malaysia’s digital development plays an important role in helping the country achieve sustainable growth and prosperity for the people as stated in the Shared Prosperity Vision 2030 and the Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint.
“MDEC and SCENIC share a common mission in driving local creativity and technological growth as well as contributing to the national economy.
“We appreciate the value and impact that SCENIC contributes to the digital ecosystem in Sabah. In its first year of operation, SCENIC has impacted over 3,500 talents from Sabah through programmes co-organised with MDEC and a network of ecosystem partners.”
The Toon Boom Authorised Training Centre led by SCENIC has started working with Toon Boom Animation. Toon Boom’s Storyboard Pro and Harmony brought by SCENIC to Sabah have been used as part of the process of making Netflix’s first animated film ‘Klaus’, which has received various awards including Academy Awards and Oscar nominations.
