Jen Cadic and Andrea Panda Appointed MDs of Psyop for Animation and Live Action/VFX

Global creative studio, Psyop, has announced the promotion of Jen Cadic to MD, animation and Andrea Panda to MD, live action/VFX bolstering Psyop’s leadership team. The introduction of their roles shepherds in a new era of creative innovation and strategic growth for Psyop, reinforcing its commitment to excellence in both animation and live-action storytelling. 

Psyop co-founder, Marie Hyon shares "We are thrilled to announce this news. These two remarkable women embody everything Psyop values in our creative journey - dedication, passion, and intelligence that continually elevates our work. Jen and Andrea aren’t just leaders; they are champions of talent, advocates for our creative ambitions, and stewards of a culture that prizes quality over shortcuts, nuance over noise. It’s particularly inspiring to see women’s leadership at the forefront of our company, shaping the way we create, collaborate, and grow.” 

Jen’s history with Psyop spans over a decade. Before returning to the studio for her second tenure in 2022, Jen was a founding member and managing director of Flight School overseeing the company’s games and interactive content including the ‘Hunger Games’ VR Experience, the Emmy-nominated VR journey ‘MLK: Now Is The Time’ as well as original gaming titles ‘Stonefly’ and ‘Creature in the Well.’ Jen's diverse expertise positions her as the ideal leader to keep Psyop at the forefront of animated short-form and gaming content. 

On her latest role at Psyop, Jen comments, “Creative storytelling has always been where passion and innovation converge, and Psyop exemplifies these qualities at every turn. I am excited to explore new creative spaces while doubling down on what makes Psyop, Psyop - everlasting stories led by iconic design and memorable characters. Extraordinary talent has always been the company’s core, and I'm eager to champion our roster of visionary directors and exceptional artists. With the collective talent and ambition of our teams, this is only the beginning and I’m energised for our continued evolution.” 

Andrea, or Panda as she is more widely known in the industry, joined Psyop as executive producer after almost a decade working with directors such as The Daniels, Alejandro Inarritu and Guy Ritchie for brands including Nike, Apple and Calvin Klein. She is now focused on the development of Psyop’s Live Action and VFX offering with head of production Tina Pavlides and VFX EP Rachael Byrne, boasting talents Terry Hall, Vallée Duhamel and Christian Bevilacqua with new signings to come. 

On her new role, Panda states “The creative marketplace hasn’t just evolved - it has fundamentally transformed. After many years in the industry it’s become clear to me that visions like Psyop’s represent the future. Our directors bring innovation, passion, versatility, and a collaborative spirit, viewing each project through a broader, unified

lens. Their live-action and mixed media expertise blend seamlessly between creative realms. Experiencing the power of a holistic approach through to finish has redefined my perspective. Now, I can’t imagine how we ever did it differently.” 

The combined expertise and ambition of these two leaders furthers Psyop's mission of continuing to nurture world-class talent to set new benchmarks in creative production.