Biography

Lirit Rosenzweig Topaz is a producer, entrepreneur, and founder of Neko Productions, a California-based animation studio specializing in high-end 2D and 3D animation for film, television, games, marketing, and digital content. With over two decades of experience in the entertainment industry, she has produced projects across animation and live action, including TV series, films, commercials, music videos, games, and live events.

Under her leadership, Neko Productions has collaborated on projects connected to major global brands including Marvel, Harry Potter, Hulu, Facebook, Dr. Seuss, and Sonic. In addition to production services, the company develops original IPs, including *101 Reasons Why*, a kids and family comedy universe that began with the graphic novel *101 Reasons Why I Lost My Homework Again* and expanded into plans for a larger animated franchise.

Lirit produced the animated short film *SABA*, directed by DreamWorks Animation veteran Liron Topaz. The film premiered at the Tribeca Festival in 2026 before continuing its international festival run.

She is also the founder of FBF Animation, an international online animation school created to bridge the gap between education and the professional animation industry. The school brings together working artists from major studios including Disney, Pixar, DreamWorks, Warner Bros., Sony, and Netflix to provide accessible, industry-focused training for aspiring artists around the world.

Neko Productions and FBF Animation were recognized by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce as one of the Top 100 Small Businesses in the United States in 2024.
- IMDb mini biography by: Lirit Rosenzweig Topaz