DreamWorks Animation is a media company focusing on animated films, television specials and series, and associated characters. Founded in 1985, the company has established itself as a major player in the entertainment industry. With strategic alliances with McDonald's, Hewlett-Packard, Intel, Autodesk, Oracle, Polycom, and RedHat, DreamWorks Animation creates and exploits family entertainment for various markets such as theatrical releases, home entertainment, television shows, merchandising, and licensing.
DreamWorks Animation has its headquarters in Glendale, California. Under the leadership of CEO Christopher Defaria, DreamWorks Animation employs a diverse workforce of 2,700 individuals and generates annual revenue of $915.9 million. The company boasts a strong employee retention rate with staff members typically staying for 4.1 years. DreamWorks Animation is known for its high-quality animated feature films and has become synonymous with popular brands and franchises such as Shrek, Madagascar, Kung Fu Panda, and How to Train Your Dragon.