Parhaat Visual Effects Studio Podcastit (2024)

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Nurturing Yourself in Tough Times with Amanda Russell and Ruth Newberry | November 12, 2024 59:53

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How do creatives maintain balance between work and self-care? In this November 11th episode of Monday Meeting, host Jen Van Horn speaks with Amanda Russell and Ruth Newberry from Cream Studio about creative burnout, finding your authentic self, and establishing healthy routines. This episode includes: The importance of separating work identity from…

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Episode 495 - Jo Plaete - Chief Innovation Officer & VFX Supervisor at Metaphysic.ai 1:15:18

5d ago1:15:18

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Jo Plaete, a pioneer in digital humans and chief innovation officer at Metaphysic, joins the podcast to discuss his company’s groundbreaking work on the newly released film Here, now in theaters. Jo traces his journey from his early career in computer graphics and visual effects, working on films like Where the Wild Things Are and Aladdin, to creat…

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Beyond The Shoulds: Mastering Goal Setting with Coach Dave | November 4th, 2024 48:14

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How do external "shoulds" affect our mental health and goal-setting in the motion design industry? In this November 4th episode of Monday Meeting, host Jen Van Horn talks with executive coach Dave O'Connor about reframing our relationship with expectations and exploring how they influence our creative journey. From industry pressures to learn every…

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Collaboration Over Competition: Thriving as a Motion Design Partner | October 28th, 2024 55:05

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What role does value play in client relationships beyond rates and reels? In this October 28th episode of Monday Meeting, host Jen Van Horn leads an open discussion exploring how freelancers can shift from being seen as a commodity to being valued as creative partners. This episode includes: Strategies for communicating value beyond hourly rates an…

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Episode 494 - Daniel Thron, Erick Schiele, and James Blevins — BTS Ray Tracing FTW 1:29:13

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Daniel Thron, Erick Schiele, and James Blevins join Chris to discuss their work on the short film Ray Tracing FTW. Directed by Daniel, the film pushed the boundaries of virtual production, and Erick’s production design had to work both digitally and practically, ensuring consistency across virtual environments and physical sets. James, with his exp…

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The Ins and Outs of the Industry with Jeff Lopez of The Mill | October 21, 2024 1:11:37

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How has the VFX industry evolved from Silicon Graphics to real-time rendering? In this October 21st episode of Monday Meeting, host EJ Brieva talks with Jeff Lopez, co-head of CG and VFX Supervisor at The Mill, about his 27-year journey in the industry. From his early days at SVA to leading innovation at The Mill, Jeff shares insights on adapting t…

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Inclusive Motion Design with Ricardo Roberts of Bien Studio | October 14, 2024 1:04:33

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In this October 14th episode of Monday Meeting, host EJ Brieva sits down with Ricardo Roberts, Executive Producer and Co-founder of BIEN studio. As BIEN celebrates its 7th anniversary, Ricardo shares insights on building a motion design company founded on principles of inclusivity and how it's shaping the industry landscape. This episode includes: …

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Episode 493 - Jared Sandrew - Creative Executive & Visual Effects Supervisor 1:13:57

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Jared Sandrew, a 3D supervisor at Disney and visual effects veteran, joins the podcast to discuss his career journey, from growing up around the pioneering technology of digital colorization to becoming a key figure in stereoscopic 3D conversion for blockbuster films. Jared shares fascinating stories about his time at Legend 3D, where he worked on …

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WE'RE BACK! Kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month | October 7, 2024 54:12

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Ever felt caught between two cultures? In this October 7th episode of Monday Meeting, host EJ Brieva kicks off National Hispanic Heritage Month by exploring the complex identity of Latino motion designers in a global industry. This episode includes: Discussions on the nuances of Latino identity in the motion design industry Insights into the challe…

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Episode 492 - Debbie Kennard & Ron Eli Cohen - Line Producers for Ray Tracing FTW 1:18:08

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Line producers Debbie Kennard and Ron Eli Cohen discuss their work on the short film Ray Tracing FTW and offer an insider’s perspective on the art of film production. Debbie shares her story, from her beginnings as John Carpenter’s PA on The Thing to becoming a trusted line producer in Hollywood, while Ron talks about transitioning from acting to p…

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Episode 491 - Richard Crudo & Esther Woodworth - Director of Photography & 1st Assistant Camera 1:15:21

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In this episode, Richard Crudo, the cinematographer, and Esther Woodworth, the 1st Assistant Camera for the Ray Tracing FTW short film, share their journey working on the groundbreaking project. We take a deep dive into the dynamics of the camera crew, exploring how different departments like lighting and grip collaborate to bring a director’s visi…

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Episode 490 - Matthias Christen - Head of CG Design, The Scope 1:14:42

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Matthias Christen, the main 3D artist from The Scope on Ray Tracing FTW, shares his fascinating journey from traditional analog painting to becoming an expert in 3D and virtual production. Starting with a passion for drawing, Matthias entered the advertising industry, where he honed his skills in Photoshop and Illustrator before transitioning into …

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Episode 489 - A.J. Wedding - Co-founder and Chief Creative Officer, Orbital Virtual Studios 1:01:47

2M ago1:01:47

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In this episode, Chris sits down with AJ Wedding, founder of Orbital Studios, to discuss how the Chaos Innovation Lab used his studio to film Ray Tracing FTW using Project Arena. AJ shares how his early fascination with virtual production, inspired by his work on The Mandalorian, led him to launch Orbital Studios during the pandemic. He explains th…

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Episode 488 - Ed Ulbrich - Chief Content Officer & President of Production, Metaphysic.ai 1:03:26

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It’s been seven years since Ed Ulbrich last appeared on the CG Garage podcast — and a lot has changed. The man who digitally aged Brad Pitt for The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and resurrected late rapper 2Pac as an on-stage hologram is now chief content officer and president of production at metaphysic.ai, which is using AI tools to create phot…

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The Evolution Of Visual Effects & The Promise Of A.I. 39:34

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In this Post TV Podcast, Marc Loftus sits down with veteran VFX supervisor Paul Butterworth and Dell Technologies' Alex Timbs. Paul details his 25-plus-year career working with directors such as Ridley Scott and George Miller. His credits span several Marvel films, including Captain America: Civil War, Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 2 and Avengers …

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Episode 487 - Kevin Tod Haug - VFX Supervisor 1:09:57

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Kevin Tod Haug has always been destined for a career in VFX. From a young age, he analyzed movies and TV series to work out how they were made. He joined the industry and saw it transform from electro-mechanical to digital via movies and TV series, including Tron and Star Trek: The Next Generation. He then became a full VFX supervisor on movies inc…

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Extra Credit: The Creatives Behind Homework Studio | August 26, 2024 54:02

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From a hike in the Laurentians of Quebec to launching their own animation studio, Ali Kellner and Noam Sussman's journey is as colorful as their creative work. In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Elyse Filigheri explores how this creative couple balances their personal relationship with their professional partnership. This episode includes: The…

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Episode 486 - Ian Dawson - Founder & Executive Producer, IDGRAFX 1:11:12

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Ian Dawson’s dream of a Jarvis-style computing interface seems to be coming true. This multi-talented CG veteran began his career in graphic design, before moving into producing and creating flying logos throughout the 90s. He then moved into advertising, and title sequences and VFX sequences for movies including the Iron Man trilogy, Star Wars: Ro…

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Words and Workflows: Communication in Collaboration | August 19, 2024 56:03

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Ever wondered how your communication style impacts your work in the creative field? In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Elyse Filigheri leads a discussion on how understanding and adapting our communication methods can enhance our professional relationships and project outcomes. If you'd like to take the personality and communication style test…

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Episode 485 - Gary Marshall - Vice President of Virtual Production, NantStudios 1:05:53

3M ago1:05:53

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Get ready to dive into the magical world of virtual production with the one and only Gary Marshall, Vice President of Virtual Production at Nant Studios. In this episode, Chris chats with Gary, a true wizard in the visual effects industry, who’s been behind some of the most jaw-dropping movie moments you’ve ever seen. From running film reels around…

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Creative Networking: Overcoming Doubts and Expanding Horizons I August 12, 2024 54:47

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Feeling stuck in your creative career or unsure how to expand your professional network? In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Elyse Filigheri leads an open discussion where members share invaluable insights on conquering self-doubt, exploring new industries, and forging meaningful connections in the ever-evolving world of motion design. This epi…

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Episode 484 - Alex & Tim Porter - CEO & CTO, Mod Tech Labs 1:07:27

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Alex and Tim Porter have the perfect skillset of a VFX power couple. Alex has a background in interior design, which she leveraged into user experience and virtual spaces. Tim, meanwhile, has worked in games and VFX, beginning as an artist but gravitating towards developing tools and scripts that make it easy to create complicated environments and …

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Creative Couples: Thriving in Business I August 5, 2024 56:38

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Ever wondered what it's like to run a business with your significant other? Host Elyse Filigheri explores this intriguing question with three couples who are partners in both life and business. Join Shawna Schultz & Matt Schultz of Mass FX Media, Vassi Slavova & Erik Holman of Blackbox Visual, and Will Colón & Kathryn Taccone of Open Pixel Studios,…

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Episode 483 - Erick Geisler — CTO, Global Objects 1:16:52

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Erick Giesler has seen the filmmaking industry change right from the very start. As a child, he acted in TV shows, but found that he was more fascinated with what was happening behind the camera. He learned how to create VFX, beginning on SGIs, then moving to software such as Electric Image, 3ds Max, and V-Ray, and helping to create VFX for movies …

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Anonymous Client Stories Pt 2 I July 29, 2024 1:05:01

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In this episode, host EJ Brieva and the Monday Meeting Team (Jen, Elyse, and Kendall) share and discuss readings of crazy client stories, submitted anonymously by our listeners. This fun-filled episode is packed with great advice and red flags to watch out for in the motion design industry. This episode includes: Hilarious and shocking client stori…

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Episode 482 - Todd Terrazas - Founder, AI LA & Co-Founder, FBRC.ai 1:06:23

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Todd Terrazas has been part of the AI revolution since the beginning. He started out developing a system to automatically triage 911 calls and then was part of the development team behind the first wave of AI-powered chatbots. Today, Todd has founded FRBC.ai, which empowers storytellers with AI tools. He’s also the mastermind of the AI LA Community…

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Community and Creativity: Recapping Camp Mograph AU with Mark Cenosia | July 22, 2024 1:05:31

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In the July 22nd episode of Monday Meeting, host EJ Brieva is joined by Mark Cernosia, who recaps Camp Mograph Australia, 2024! This episode highlights the value of community and the inspiring stories from the recent camp. This episode includes: Exciting updates and announcements including the upcoming Camp Mograph Chicago in September, Siggraph in…

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Episode 481 - Jeff Kleiser - VFX Supervisor 1:02:07

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A love of computing, music, and cinema has propelled Jeff Kleiser’s career from the earliest days of VFX on movies including Tron, Flight of the Navigator, Stargate, Judge Dredd, Surrogates, and many more. Along the way, he’s helped the late, great Doug Trumbull create eye-popping film-based projects for Luxor hotels and Radio City’s 3D Christmas m…

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Anonymous Client Stories Pt 1 I July 8, 2024 55:07

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In this episode, host Jen Van Horn and the Monday Meeting Team (EJ, Elyse, Kendall, and Will) share and discuss readings of crazy client stories, submitted anonymously by our listeners. This fun-filled episode is packed with great advice and red flags to watch out for in the motion design industry. This episode includes: Hilarious and shocking clie…

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Getting REAL with Jonathan Winbush I July 8, 2024 51:28

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In the July 8th episode of Monday Meeting, host Jen Van Horn talks with Jonathan Winbush about everything BUT his work with Unreal Engine! This episode includes: Winbush’s career journey from interning under Adam Sandler to founding Winbush Immersive and working on projects for Universal, Warner Brothers, and Netflix. His experience with public spe…

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Episode 480 - Chad Wanstreet - VFX Supervisor 1:08:18

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Chad Wanstreet and Chris Nichols have experienced similar career trajectories — but this is the first time they’ve sat down together. Like Chris, Chad transitioned from architecture to VFX, and his experience spans working at notable firms including Blur Studio and FuseFX. Along the way, Chad has contributed to projects that pushed the boundaries o…

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The Impact of Building Connections with Drysen Carsten II July 1, 2024 46:42

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Kicking off our new season of MondayMeeting with our July 1st episode, Jen Van Horn hosts an engaging conversation with Drysen Carsten about the challenges of the motion industry, the importance of community, and personal insights on work-life balance. They cover a range of topics, including: The birth of Frame One and its role as a research tool a…

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Episode 479 - Nikola Todorovic - Co-Founder & CEO, Wonder Dynamics 1:02:00

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Nikola Todorovic always wanted to make films, but encountered a familiar problem: the sci-fi screenplays he wrote would require $200 million budgets. Aiming to reduce this cost, Nikola co-founded Wonder Dynamics with Ready Player One actor Tye Sheridan to develop Wonder Studio, a platform that simplifies the time-consuming tasks involved in adding …

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Idle Inspiration: Making the Most of Slow Seasons II June 24, 2024 52:12

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In this episode of Monday Meeting, host Jen Van Horn hosts an open discussion where our freelance motion design listeners discuss the common summer slow down. This episode offers fresh perspectives and advice for managing the highs and lows of freelance work, with an emphasis on community and resource sharing. We cover a range of topics, including:…

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Episode 478 - Andy Fowler - Creative Producer & Production Innovation Consultant 1:02:00

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Andy Fowler’s career has combined his creative eye with his incredible production skills. Beginning in London’s burgeoning VFX scene with titles such as Lost in Space, 300, and The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian, Andy picked up an Emmy for his work on The Life and Death of Peter Sellers. Then he moved to LA to work on Tron: Legacy, Noah, and …

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What Makes a Good Producer with Ali and Kirsten II June 17th, 2024 57:00

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In this episode of Monday Meeting, Jen Van Horn, along with co-host EJ Brieva, welcomes Ali Ferrari from Poolbar and Kirsten Noll from Scholar to discuss the multifaceted role of producers in motion design. They cover a range of topics, including: • Strategies for transitioning from creative roles to production, highlighting the essential skills ne…

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Episode 477 - Joel Hynek - VFX Supervisor 1:22:17

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Over a 40-year career, Joel Hynek has helped bring some incredible VFX to life, beginning with optical effects for Xanadu, then making the Predator a terrifying opponent for Arnie, and moving onto a range of movies, including xXx, Judge Dredd, Stealth, plus blockbusters from India and China. He picked up a sci-tech Oscar for the design and developm…

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Producer Training with the Deducers II June 10th, 2024 1:15:09

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In this episode of Monday Meeting, Jen Van Horn, along with co-host EJ Brieva, welcomes Rebecca Olson and Dr. Kacey Warren of Deducers to discuss the intricate role of producers in the motion design industry. They explore the importance of training, effective communication, and the skills needed to excel in production roles. They cover a range of t…

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Episode 476 - Kathryn Brillhart - Virtual Production Supervisor & Cinematographer 1:05:41

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Kathryn Brillhart has always been ahead of her time. As a teen, she assisted her father in shooting documentaries; then she combined her sharp eye as a cinematographer with her passion for VFX to become a virtual production and volume capture expert. Projects she’s worked on include Las Vegas’ ginormous MSG Sphere, pioneering virtual production sho…

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Effective Sound Design with Joe Basile II June 3rd, 2024 1:16:52

6M ago1:16:52

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Join us for our latest podcast episode, where co-host EJ Brieva interviews our special guest -sound designer, Joe Basile from “The Chicken”! They cover a range of topics, including: Joe Basile's career path, from his early days playing saxophone to his current role as a sound designer and composer. Effective strategies for creating original sound e…

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Episode 475 - Liz Hitt - VFX Producer, CBS VFX 1:00:02

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Liz Hitt has worked across VFX departments on some very cool movies — and she’s not stopping there. Beginning at the legendary Dream Quest Images on Deep Rising and Mighty Joe Young, Liz built a name for herself as a talented production coordinator and producer via movies including Hollow Man, Spider-Man, Stealth (with Chris), The Golden Compass, W…

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Building Motion Communities II May 20th, 2024 55:11

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Join us for our latest podcast episode, where we talk about that special magic of local meetups and community building in the motion design industry! In this episode, Jen Van Horn, along with co-hosts Kons Eydelman and Vernon Roberts, discuss the significance of local meetups and share tips on how to establish and grow a thriving motion design comm…

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Episode 474 - Junaid Baig - Head of Applied Technology, DNEG 1:14:25

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While most five-year-olds were playing with Legos and Barbies, Junaid Baig was taking his first steps with 3D Max. From this early start, Junaid developed an incredibly in-depth understanding of 3D, lighting, and rendering from working on VFX for movies, including Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald, Avengers: Endgame, and Venom. Today, Jun…

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Schedule Strategies for Work/Life Balance II May 13th, 2024 58:45

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Join us for our latest podcast episode, where we discuss our strategies to hack our schedules, explore personal work habits, and the challenge of maintaining a work-life balance. In this episode, Jen Van Horn and co-host/fellow freelance motion designer, Sara Wade, engage with other motion designers -sharing tips and personal experiences on managin…

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Episode 473 - Dan Ring - Senior Machine Learning Team Lead, Chaos 1:44:00

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Dan Ring is an expert in empowering VFX artists with cutting-edge research. He began his 20-year career by creating tech to analyze surgery videos (so that no one else would have to), then moved to Foundry to develop CopyCat, the Nuke machine-learning tool that applies corrections to sequences based on a small number of frames. Now, Dan has joined …

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Ep 151. Unlocking Client Motivation With The Move Well Be Well Podcast 45:02

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In this crossover episode with Pilates Unfiltered and the Move Well Be Well Podast, hosts Leah Harte and Jenna Zaffino delve into the intricacies of searching for authenticity in a Pilates world filled with expectations and societal molds. They discuss the evolution of their roles, the pressures they face, and the power of making choices that reson…

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NAB Show 2024 Recap! II May 6th, 2024 1:06:53

6M ago1:06:53

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Join us for our latest podcast episode, where we discuss our time at the NAB conference, tips for building connections at networking events, and standing out in the motion industry. In this episode, Mark shares his insights on the pervasive fear, uncertainty, and doubt surrounding the integration of AI technologies observed at the NAB event. Michae…

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Episode 472 - Phil Galler - Principal & Founder, Lux Machina Consulting 1:01:15

6M ago1:01:15

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Phil Galler is a true virtual production guru. From the nuts and bolts of LED screens to the 3D software that provides the imagery to the business decisions and financial trends that help fund this new wave of VFX filmmaking, Phil understands it all. In this podcast, Phil talks about his history in virtual production, beginning with the innovative …

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The Art of Valuing Your Work II April 29th, 2024 1:07:13

7M ago1:07:13

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Join us for our latest podcast episode, where we take on the anxiety-inducing subject of rates and pricing! Hosts Jen and Mark discuss the need for a more standardized rate system in the motion design industry, after observing some troubling trends recently from various freelancers on LinkedIn. The discussion pivots to when and why you should be ch…

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Ep 150 Jenna Zaffino on Missing Brene Brown and Finding Herself 36:50

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In this revealing episode of "Pilates Unfiltered," host Jenna Zaffino drops some truth bombs as she shares her personal journey of struggle and healing within the realms of shame, sobriety, and self-acceptance. Jenna reflects on missed opportunities, personal growth, and the challenges she faced within the Pilates community. From touching on her en…

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