Overview

Sylvain Viau is a Canadian producer and executive producer best known for his work in children's animation. He founded and leads Image Entertainment Corporation, where he serves as Chief Executive Officer and President. Viau is credited as a co-creator of the animated property Walter and Tandoori, a program produced as a cartoon series for young audiences. He lives and works in Montreal, Quebec.

Career and company

As founder of Image Entertainment Corporation, Viau has overseen the development and production of family-oriented projects with an emphasis on accessible storytelling and visual design. His responsibilities typically include securing financing, guiding creative teams, managing production schedules and coordinating distribution partners. Under his leadership the company has engaged in television series production as well as related media efforts aimed at children and family markets.

Walter and Tandoori: series and themes

Walter and Tandoori is a children's animated property that pairs a quirky human protagonist with an eccentric animal companion. The series is notable for combining light comedy with educational themes — often touching on environmental awareness and community-minded problem solving — presented in a manner suitable for preschool and early-school viewers. Viau's role as co-creator ties him to the series' original concept, development and production oversight.

Typical duties and notable credits

  • Executive production and creative oversight of animated television projects.
  • Company management, strategic planning and business development for Image Entertainment Corporation.
  • Development of series concepts, pitch materials and partnerships for broadcast and ancillary markets.

Impact and distinctions

Viau's work illustrates the role that small-to-midsize independent producers play in creating regionally rooted yet internationally accessible children's content. By focusing on clear themes and character-driven stories, productions associated with his company have aimed to reach both French- and English-speaking audiences and to participate in the broader Canadian animation sector.

Personal notes

Based in Montreal, Viau remains active in production and in mentoring creative teams within the animation community. His career highlights the combination of creative direction and executive management required to bring animated projects from concept to screen.