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Anttu Harlin
Founder & CEO at Gigglebug Entertainment Ltd
Anttu Harlin is the co-founder and CEO of Gigglebug Entertainment, a leading creator and producer of original children's content based in the Nordic countries.3 He founded the company in 2013 with his creative and business partner Joonas Utti, with the mission of creating joyful content for young audiences.1
Background and Education
Harlin graduated from the University of Brighton with a degree in Theatre and Visual Arts.3 He began his career in the animation industry in 2002, working in visual effects studios in London's Soho.2
Career Highlights
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In 2007, Harlin co-founded Anima Boutique Oy, an animation studio where he produced over 200 client projects for companies like Disney, Nokia, Siemens, and Rovio.3
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In 2013, he co-founded Gigglebug Entertainment, which has since become a successful animation and game studio.1
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Under Harlin's leadership, Gigglebug Entertainment has developed several popular properties, including:
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Harlin is also the co-creator and writer of "Gigglebug," the company's first hit TV series and app collection.3
Industry Involvement
Anttu Harlin is actively involved in the animation industry. He serves as Finland's ambassador to the European Emilie Animation Awards and regularly participates in animation events such as Kidscreen Summit, Children's Media Conference, and Cartoon Digital.13
Harlin is known for his passion for storytelling and his belief in creating meaningful connections between content and audiences, regardless of the platform.3 Under his leadership, Gigglebug Entertainment has grown from a team of less than ten to an organization of almost 200 people, with its turnover increasing more than 40-fold.4
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