Halima Hudson brings her love and talent for writing to her breakout role as a screenwriter (partnered with Olufikayo Ziki Adeola) on “Iwájú.” Fulfilling a dream that began in seventh grade, and which grew stronger through her studies in screenwriting at Columbia College, Chicago, Hudson worked in close collaboration with the Kugali team and helped to shape the character development and arcs, provide humor, and enhance the story.
Hudson started at Walt Disney Animation Studios in 2011 as a production secretary on “Wreck-It Ralph,” and went on to serve in that capacity on such other popular Disney animated features as “Frozen,” “Big Hero 6,” “Moana,” and “Frozen II.”
Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, Hudson moved to Los Angeles in 2009, and began doing freelance work as a production assistant and writer on a variety of projects for various studios. At Walt Disney Animation Studios, she was mentored by chief creative officer, Jennifer Lee, and served as a writer’s assistant on “A Wrinkle in Time” and a sounding board on several animated features. Prior to this assignment, Hudson was working in a creative relations role for Disney Animation, helping to identify and cultivate promising filmmaking talents.
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- Wreck-It Ralph - production secretary
- Frozen - assistant to directors
- Big Hero 6 - assistant to directors
- Moana - assistant to directors
- Ralph Breaks the Internet - executive administrative support
- Frozen II - voice of Halima, creative relations
- Raya and the Last Dragon - manager, creative relations
- Encanto - manager, creative relations
- Strange World - manager, creative relations
- Wish - creative leadership