Jm Khayat

Co-founder - Creative Director at MOONDOG Animation Studio

Jm Khayat is a highly experienced animation professional with a strong background in various roles within the industry. Starting in 2000, Khayat founded the animation department of media company 9 points, where they were responsible for establishing and managing the entire department and creating the 3D animation series "TX40".

In 2002, Khayat served as the author and project manager for the TV series "ZAC & ZOE", overseeing concept development, designs, and pilot episode production.

From 2004 to 2006, Khayat worked as the VFX Studio Manager at Delphis - Okiana, leading a team of artists and handling the technical and artistic aspects of multiple advertisements, corporate films, and TV series pilots.

From 2006 to 2010, Khayat served as the 3D Animation Studio Director at Pinka, where they managed all artistic and technical resources for the animation department and successfully produced the TV series "Earth seen by Alban".

In 2010, Khayat co-founded MOONDOG Animation Studio as the Founder and Creative Director, responsible for overseeing the company's overall vision and strategy, with a specific focus on creativity in film, series, and commercials.

Since 2018, Khayat has taken on the role of Senior Animation Consultant and Executive Producer at different companies. Currently, they are the Executive Producer and Head of Production for the fantasy series "Weird Waters", which is streamed on Peacock and distributed worldwide by 9 Story Media group.

Jm Khayat earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management, General from Career Consulting International. Additionally, Jm attended Bullisere - Grenoble in 1987 and 1988, studying cartoon drawing and writing.

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  • Co-founder - Creative Director

    August, 2010 - present