We are TONIC DNA… come discover our Directors ‘N Animators, a full-service production studio providing high-quality animated content for more than 35 years.
Our mission is to inspire people through the power of animation and great storytelling.

We
Tonic DNA
We
Tonic DNA
We specialize in a vast range of animation techniques including 2D, 3D, Motion Design, Stop-Motion, VFX and Live-Action. Our work has garnered numerous awards such as an Oscar® and the Annecy Grand Prize™. Our client list includes Disney, Warner Bros., Netflix, Apple TV, McDonald’s, Nestlé, Facebook and many more.
Montréal - Head office
780 Brewster Avenue, Suite 3-200
Montréal, QC
H4C 2K1




Our services
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PRODUCTION
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We produce every style of animation: 2D, 3D, Stop-Motion, VFX, immersive and live-action, We also have crews for 2D long-format. TONIC DNA is your one-stop service studio for all stages of production.
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CONTENT DEVELOPMENT
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TONIC DNA has an extensive list of collaborators ranging from writers, directors, and designers to animators, photographers, and musicians for any project you have in mind.
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VISUAL DEVELOPMENT
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We bring your vision to the screen; we create new characters or revamp existing ones in the universe they live in.
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DISTRIBUTION
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Once the production of special projects is complete, we can help you manage the distribution.
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CO-PRODUCTION
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With over 35 years of experience working with many co-production partners, including studios in France, Belgium, England, and Japan, we can help jumps-start or conclude the financing side of your production.
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PRODUCTION FINANCE
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With some of the best tax credits available, Québec is home to numerous international studios and productions. We can guide you through this complicated financing process.
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Our Clients
We’re always on the lookout for new talent.
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Spontaneous Application
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If you can’t find something that match your interest, feel free to send us your resume by clicking on the link.
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IT Technician
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You'll be the front line of the IT department. You'll work with a wide range of the best technologies available - and have the opportunity to test, configure and deploy them in an environment that continually challenges you and asks you to learn new things. The pace is fast, and we're obsessed with leaving no stone unturned when it comes to solving a problem. We believe in healthy debate, creative and collaborative problem solving and active knowledge sharing.
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Human Resources Advisor
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The person will be in contact with employees and managers for all HR-related matters. As a jack of all trades, he or she will be involved in a wide range of HR-related topics.
Our Team
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Stéfanie Bitton
Partner & Executive Producer
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Bernard Lajoie
Partner & Executive Producer
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Howard Huxham
Partner & Executive Producer
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François Sansregret
General Manager
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Mariana Durán
Producer & Business Development
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Frédérique Parenteau
Producer
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Nadim Chartouni
Producer and Business Development
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Todd Shaffer
Animation Director
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Maia Zeidan
Background Supervisor
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Marc-André Bourgoin
Technical and R&D Director
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Jay Caplan
Creative Planner & Designer
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Étienne Dufresne
Cut-Out Supervisor
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Laura Montero Plata
Head of Production
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Myriam Elda Arsenault
Director
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Max Tenenbaum
Communication and social media Coordinator
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Geneviève Létourneau
FX Supervisor