About Illumination
 
Illumination, founded by Chris Meledandri in 2007, is one of the entertainment industry’s leading producers of event-animated films, including Despicable Me—the most successful animated franchise in cinematic history—as well as Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax, Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch and The Secret Life of Pets and Sing films. Illumination’s soon-to-be released The Super Mario Bros. Movie will join a studio library that includes two of the top 10 animated films of all time. Illumination’s iconic, beloved franchises—infused with memorable and distinct characters, global appeal and cultural relevance—have grossed more than $8 billion worldwide. Illumination has an exclusive financing and distribution partnership with Universal Pictures. Illumination’s upcoming films in 2023 include The Super Mario Bros. Movie and Migration.

Illumination is based in Santa Monica, CA and its studio, Illumination Studios Paris, is located in the center of Paris.

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The Santa Monica office focuses on post-production, creative services, and strategic business development in entertainment.

Santa Monica

Sam Bergen

Zoie Nagelhout

Rich Elmore

J-T Ladt

This department focuses on developing and visualizing narratives through various artistic mediums.

Creative Arts

This department drives the vision and strategy for creative projects, ensuring high-quality artistic direction and innovative concepts.

Creative Leadership

This department facilitates executive functions and manages administrative tasks to enhance organizational efficiency.

Administrative Support

This department focuses on visual character development and illustration for various projects.

Creative Design

This department focuses on the editing and finalizing of video content after initial production.

Post Production

This department oversees the planning and execution of production processes to ensure efficient workflow in marketing and storytelling.

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Teams

Creative Arts

Creative Leadership

Administrative Support

Creative Design

Post Production

Production Management

Offices

Illumination

Org chart

Teams

Creative Arts

Creative Leadership

Administrative Support

Creative Design

Post Production

Production Management

Offices

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