Kitsu

The open source production tracker for animation and VFX.

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Overview

Kitsu is an open-source production tracking tool designed for the animation and VFX industries. It helps teams manage their workflow, track the progress of shots and assets, and collaborate on projects. Being open-source, Kitsu is highly customizable and can be adapted to the specific needs of any studio.

✨ Key Features

  • Production Tracking (Shots, Assets, Tasks)
  • Review and Feedback
  • Team Collaboration
  • Time Tracking
  • Open-source and customizable
  • REST API

🎯 Key Differentiators

  • Open-source and highly customizable
  • Artist-friendly and easy to use
  • Strong community support

Unique Value: Kitsu provides a free and open-source solution for production tracking, empowering creative teams to manage their workflow without the cost of proprietary software.

🎯 Use Cases (2)

Animation Production Visual Effects (VFX) Production

✅ Best For

  • Managing the production of an animated short film
  • Tracking the progress of a small team of VFX artists

💡 Check With Vendor

Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:

  • Live-action pre-production (scriptwriting, scheduling)
  • Large-scale, enterprise-level production management

🏆 Alternatives

Shotgun ftrack NIM

Compared to commercial production tracking tools, Kitsu offers greater flexibility and control, allowing studios to adapt the software to their specific pipeline.

💻 Platforms

Web Self-hosted API

🔌 Integrations

Blender Autodesk Maya Foundry Nuke SideFX Houdini

🛟 Support Options

  • ✓ Email Support
  • ✓ Live Chat
  • ✓ Dedicated Support (NA tier)

💰 Pricing

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Free Tier Available

Free tier: Open-source and free to use

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