Our team
Our Foundation
Based in Munich, a key European hub for animation, visual effects, and gaming, our consultancy combines the city’s vibrant creative energy with a rich legacy from Hungary—an influential contributor to the Eastern European animation tradition, which celebrates its 111th anniversary in 2025.
At the time of Hungary’s transition from a communist regime to a democratic republic, studios such as Varga Studio Budapest and Loonland Budapest (a subsidiary of TV-Loonland) played pivotal roles in the global animation industry. By partnering with studios in Western Europe, the USA, China, and India, they helped establish Hungary as a vital production hub. We had the opportunity to work with these renowned studios and contribute to well-known productions such as Mr. Bean, Pettson and Findus, Kipper, Heidi, Felix, Lillifee, and Horrid Henry.
With over 30 years of experience in leadership roles across animation, visual effects, and game studios in Hungary and Germany, we have collaborated with international clients on TV series, feature films, artistic shorts, commercials, and games.
Having worked in both small teams and large-scale productions within well-established animation and visual effects studios, we have gained deep, firsthand experience in in-studio teamwork where production teams collaborated in a shared space. Unlike today’s industry, where productions are often spread across multiple studios, our direct knowledge of traditional studio workflows allows us to provide expert consultation on optimizing and managing complex productions effectively, whether for onsite or remote teams.
With decades of experience, we have witnessed and adapted to the industry's transformation from the artistry of traditional animation filmed on 35mm to 2D digital animation and high-end CGI productions, giving us a broad, firsthand perspective on the evolution of animation technology, production methods, and industry standards. Our extensive knowledge of animation, VFX, and game development workflows combined with a global industry perspective shaped by diverse collaborations allows us to support high-quality, cost-efficient productions.
More than just a consultancy, we bridge traditional expertise with the latest technologies and production methods, ensuring every project benefits from a legacy of artistry, technical knowledge, financial insight, and management experience, all backed by a forward-thinking approach.
Reka Kaloczy
is a seasoned creative development producer with 35 years of international experience in animation, VFX, and game production. Originally from Hungary and based in Munich, Germany since 2018, she has held leading roles across the industry, from creative and technical positions to various producer roles, working on TV series, feature films, artistic shorts, commercials, and games with top studios and international clients.
Having worked in Hungary, Germany, and with international teams worldwide, Reka understands diverse work styles, cultures, and communication approaches, ensuring smooth collaboration across creative and technical teams. She has deep expertise in both traditional studio workflows and modern remote and multi-studio production methods. Her experience spans the evolution of animation, from the artistry of traditional animation filmed on 35mm to 2D digital animation and high-end CGI, while also keeping a keen interest in emerging technologies like AI.
Reka is a mentor for Women in Animation and other organizations, as well as a mentor and chairperson for Cartoon Springboard, where she prepares animation teams for their pitches. Additionally, she works as a moderator for Cartoon Springboard and other industry events, leading panel discussions and guiding creative conversations. She is also an evaluation expert for Creative Europe (video games), a member of juries, and an industry panelist. Having founded 25+ professional groups on LinkedIn and Facebook, she has built an extensive international network across Hungary, CEE, Germany, and globally.
Recently, she co-founded a consultancy, Motionkraft, focused on project development, optimizing workflows, evaluating risks and costs, and providing expert guidance on outsourcing, collaboration, and creative development in animation, VFX, and games.
Clients Include:
Toon2Tango, Caligari Film, Fishblowing Bubbles, Studio Isar Animation, Studio 100, MMA Germany, Cartoon, Ubisoft, Riot Games, Ivory Tower, Cyanide Studios, A-Team, EACEA Creative Europe, Microsoft, Tiger Aspect, TV Loonland, Nelvana, Rahbani Productions, NDF, Grand Slamm Childrens Films, BBC, ZDF, Puppetworks, Umbrella Budapest-New York, Odd Studio, Varga Studio Budapest
Mona Mechler
Originally from Hungary, has been living in Germany since 2012 and brings over 30 years of experience in the animation industry. She began her career as an Art and Animation Director, contributing to internationally acclaimed projects. Her expertise spans a wide range of creative roles, including background artist, storyboard artist, and production designer, with a focus on crafting cohesive visual narratives. Over the years, Mona has also built a strong track record in evaluating outsourcing materials and collaborating with subcontractors to ensure production quality and efficiency. Known for her ability to balance artistic vision with production feasibility, she excels at developing efficient workflows and processes that drive successful creative outcomes.
Projects Include:
Mr. Bean: The Animated Series, Pettson and Findus, Coconut the Little Dragon 2, Knight Rusty, Muscleteers, Henrietta, Der Kleine Rabe Socke 2, Prinzessin Lillifee und das Kleine Einhorn, Horrid Henry, Mamma Mu & Kråkan, Toot & Puddle I’ll Be Home for Christmas, Loranga Masarin & Dartanjang, Björn Bear