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Cultivating an inspiring and diverse animation, VFX, and motion graphics community in the Twin Cities and surrounding regions.

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#Design | #VFX | #MotionGraphics | #Animation | #Illustration | #PostProduction | #Minnesota
REMINDER: Don't forget to take the 2025 Nice Moves Annual Salary Survey!

This is your chance to help create an accurate picture of how professionals in our industry are being compensated and how much they're working.

Fill out the survey here: lnkd.in/gZeBqK6m
November 20, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Reminder! Join us this Thursday, November 20th for a presentation by veteran TV Story Artist Ed Baker! He'll discuss his experience working on projects for Netflix, Disney, and Cartoon Network, as well as building animatics and storyboards! Get tix on Eventbrite: www.eventbrite.fi/e/telling-st...
November 17, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Let your voice be heard!

The 2025 Nice Moves Annual Salary Survey is officially open, and we need to hear from you.

Fill out the survey here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
November 3, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Be sure to keep an eye out for our next event in Nov with a special guest, and don't forget to fill out Salary Survey next week!
October 30, 2025 at 12:14 AM
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Thank you to everyone who came out and celebrated our Halloween Mixer with us last night! We loved seeing all the amazing costumes and it was great to see our friends from AdFed Minnesota!
October 30, 2025 at 12:14 AM
This October, we’re celebrating a Monthly Mover whose work embodies the spirit of the witch !! 🎃💀

@cpumpkinson.bsky.social – aka “Carvey Pumpkinson” – is an illustrator, storyboard artist and voice actor who is skilled at conjuring haunting, moving images that possess a hand-crafted feel.
October 28, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Our Nice Moves x Ad 2 Halloween Mixer is happening soon at Sociable Cider Werks on Tuesday, October 28th, from 6:30 to 9 PM!

Come hang out with local artists and show off your costume for the contest 👻(optional but encouraged)!

RSVP link in bio!
October 23, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Unlock insights into the motion design industry's compensation landscape. The 2025 Nice Moves Salary Survey is launching soon! What do YOU want to know about salaries in Minnesota?
October 22, 2025 at 12:40 AM
Happening tomorrow!

ZOMA House is throwing a Housewarming party, celebrating and supporting local Artists! Stop by 1426 West Lake St from 6–9 PM for fun activities and goodie bags!
October 9, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Our annual Halloween meetup returns Tuesday, October 28th, 6:30–9 PM at Sociable Cider Werks! This year’s a special crossover with Ad 2 Minnesota, who serve Minnesota's advertising community. While optional, Costumes are encouraged for our contest! RSVP on Eventbrite before tickets are gone!
October 9, 2025 at 9:34 PM
💥Minnanimate starts tomorrow! 💥

A 3-day event showcasing animations from animators all around the Minnesota area at the Main Cinema and Trylon Cinema! Don’t miss it! Tickets and more information are available here: minnanimate.com
September 10, 2025 at 11:59 PM
Thank you to everyone who attended our Mentorship Mixer event yesterday at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design!
September 9, 2025 at 12:12 AM
Looking for support in Minnesota’s animation or VFX scene? Come check out our Mentorship Mixer on Sunday, September 7th at MCAD! It takes place from 1–4 PM in the College Center, Second floor.
August 12, 2025 at 3:20 PM
💥 Announcing a new meetup! ✍️
In partnership with Hellavision, Nice Moves is hosting Draw League on August 21st at Bauhaus Brew Labs!

The game kicks off at 7 pm sharp!
RSVP here www.eventbrite.com/e/nice-moves...
August 7, 2025 at 12:45 PM
“I am a Minnesota transplant, and after college, I was nervous moving to a new state, but I heard Nice Moves was a great community to share ideas and meet other artists! Nice Moves is a wonderful community I can turn to for advice or just have a bit of fun at the monthly events and hangouts!"
August 1, 2025 at 3:08 PM
We’re relaunching our Monthly Mover series, an initiative to introduce members of our growing Nice Moves community! 🔍
Say hello to Brianna Pail 👋
Check out Brianna’s art and what she had to say about Nice Moves! #wearenicemovesmn
August 1, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Whether you’re an industry pro, an animation enthusiast, or someone easing into the timeline, we were thrilled to meet so many vibrant minds across the creative industry, such as game developers, board game artists, illustrators, art directors, and editors.
July 28, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Convergence was in full motion!

Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday at Como Park for an afternoon of connection, collaboration, and community! From frame one to final render, the conversations flowed, and the energy was just right.
July 28, 2025 at 8:09 PM
You all have great taste, whether in visuals, copywriting, or anime.

Us?

We like to think we have great taste in people.

Minnesota is a hidden gem, and we’re tired of it being full of hidden creatives who don’t know each other.
Hence, THE CONVERGENCE:
June 30, 2025 at 2:03 PM
We saw great attendance and desire for more Show & Tell events in the future. We’ve taken note, and we’ll discuss these and other types of opportunities to foster community and build connection – stay tuned! #wearenicemovesmn
June 27, 2025 at 7:23 PM
And a special shout-out to our presenters. As artists and creative professionals, it takes courage and openness to share your hard work with your peers, especially personal projects. There was immense talent, authenticity and creativity on display!
June 27, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Thank you to everyone who attended last night’s Show & Tell event! We created a wonderful atmosphere of respect and support
June 27, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Reminder that the Nice Moves Show-and-Tell is tomorrow!
See what community members have been working on!

Only a few tickets left! Head to: www.eventbrite.com/e/nice-moves...
June 25, 2025 at 11:15 PM
Reminder! Only 6 days until the Nice Moves Show-and-Tell showcase!

Community members were encouraged to submit their work, and now the pieces have been selected! We’re excited to see the amazing work that’ll be shared!

Curious what’s being shown? RSVP Here! www.eventbrite.com/e/nice-moves...
June 20, 2025 at 6:25 PM
This June, we want to spotlight YOU! Let’s get together for a Nice Moves show-and-tell. Community members can come up and give a short 5 minute talk on what they’ve been working on.
May 22, 2025 at 1:20 PM