Best Visualeffects Podcasts (2024)

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451 - Chad Wanstreet - SWAT + Kill The Orange Faced Bear 36:59

3h ago36:59

36:59

In this episode of the Allan McKay Podcast, Allan sits down with VFX Supervisor Chad Wanstreet for an engaging discussion about Chad's experiences in the visual effects industry. They dive into Chad's transition from vendor-side to client-side VFX supervision, his work on the TV shows SWAT and Kill the Orange-Faced Bear (KTOFB), and the tools and t…

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450 - The Sympathizer - Chad Wanstreet - VFX Supervisor 1:51:22

6d ago1:51:22

1:51:22

EPISODE 450 - THE SYMPATHIZER - CHAD WANSTREET - VFX SUPERVISOR In this episode, Allan McKay interviews VFX Supervisor Chad Wanstreet about: His role as VFX Supervisor on the highly anticipated series The Sympathizer, an adaptation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel; Collaborating closely with visionary director Park Chan-wook to bring his unique …

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449 - Olivio Serikas - Your Guide To AI Art Workflows 1:22:38

20d ago1:22:38

1:22:38

In this episode of the podcast, Allan McKay sits down with Olivio Sarikas, a renowned AI expert and YouTuber, to dive deep into the world of AI image generation. Olivio shares his extensive knowledge and experience working with various AI tools, providing valuable insights for both beginners and advanced users. The conversation covers a wide range …

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448 - Director Roxana Baldovin 50:20

27d ago50:20

50:20

In this episode, Allan McKay interviews Roxana Baldovin, an esteemed music video and commercial director known for her vibrant visual style. Roxana discusses her creative journey, from her early aspirations of being a screenwriter to becoming a sought-after director collaborating with major artists like Snoop Dogg, Steve Aoki, Doja Cat, Bella Poarc…

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447 - Important Looking Pirates - David Wahlberg 1:10:02

1M ago1:10:02

1:10:02

In the latest episode, I'm excited to spotlight David Wahlberg, an esteemed 2D Pipeline Supervisor and Comp Supervisor at Important Looking Pirates VFX in Stockholm, Sweden. With an expansive career of over 17 years, David has traversed the globe, contributing his vast skills to studios in Stockholm, Oslo, London, Sydney and Wellington. His work en…

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446 - A personal 2024 Podcast Update 37:04

2M ago37:04

37:04

Quick updates on many things happening in 2024 and on the Podcast! Resuming back to the normal Podcast starting next week but thought I would share views on AI, the industry as it is right now in Q1 of 2024 and more!By Allan McKay

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445 - GEN V - VFX Supervisor Karen Heston 47:41

2M ago47:41

47:41

Karen Heston is a VFX Supervisor on feature films and episodic tv. They began their VFX career at commercial houses in NYC on the night shift; while finishing their MFA in computer art by day. Starting as a Flame artist, they led VFX teams and engaged with creatives from storyboards to finals. On-set supervision and taking projects from pre-product…

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444 - Film Producer Josh Rosenbaum - Waypoint Entertainment 57:53

3M ago57:53

57:53

Josh Rosenbaum is a Producer at Waypoint Entertainment. Josh majored in Business Administration at the USC Marshall School of Business and minored in Music Industry through the USC Thornton School of Music. Before he joined Waypoint Entertainment, he worked as an Agent Trainee at William Morris. After joining Waypoint Entertainment in 2015, he work…

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443 - “NO CGI = INVISIBLE CGI” - VFX Supervisor Jonas Ussing 50:59

3M ago50:59

50:59

With 15 years in the VFX business, Jonas Ussing has supervisor credits on several feature and television titles, including the Netflix series THE RAIN. Jonas has furthermore earned nominations for an Emmy and a Danish Academy Award. In 2012, Jonas was nominated for an Emmy for his work on INSIDE THE HUMAN BODY. In 2014, he directed a short film ZOM…

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Houdini in Action - 80 Level Podcast 25:45

3M ago25:45

25:45

Ian Smith, CG Supervisor at SideFX walks us through Project Pegasus (learning tech demo showcasing Houdini workflows with Unreal Engine 5). Explore non-destructive, procedural content generation in gamedev and how different tools can be used to create detailed open-world environments. Ian talks about software strengths and emphasizes how indie deve…

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442 - Infinite-Realities Founder and Director Lee Perry-Smith 59:34

3M ago59:34

59:34

Infinite-Realities (IR) specializes in digital humans. Founded in 2007, IR has been developing static and motion scanning systems for over 15 years. Lee Perry-Smith is the original Founder of Infinite-Realities. As CEO, he has led various large scale project developments. He has a deep passion for human scanning and the ongoing pursuit of the perfe…

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441 - Writer, Producer & Head of Writing at Vancouver Film School Kat Montagu 1:02:13

3M ago1:02:13

1:02:13

Kat Montagu is the Head of Writing for Film, Television and Games Program at the Vancouver Film School. She has taught for over 20 years in VFS’s Writing and Film Production Departments. Her Career Launch class has prepared countless VFS graduates to work on feature films, in the writers’ rooms of tv series and in video game studios. Kat has been n…

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Cooking Food in 3D - 80 Level Podcast 27:45

3M ago27:45

27:45

Designated digital chef Patrick Foley (PATRICK_4D) takes us to his kitchen. He shares interesting facts about a unique niche in digital art - photorealistic food renders, and delves into the importance of lighting, texture, and why choosing a specialty can supercharge your career. Patrick also discusses how he builds his brand with social media and…

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440 - Kriscoart YouTube Channel Creator Kris Truini 1:01:06

4M ago1:01:06

1:01:06

Kris A. Truini was born in Middletown, Connecticut, and was raised in Italy until the age of 15. There, he first discovered his passion for film when he was 8 years old and has been making videos ever since. With little to no help for his first videos, he had to explore and learn as much as possible on every aspect involved in completing a film fro…

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439 - VFX Supervisor Robert Nederhorst 1:33:25

4M ago1:33:25

1:33:25

Rob Nederhorst is a veteran of the VFX industry. As a VFX Supervisor, he’s worked on titles like JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 3 - PARABELLUM, THE CONJURING, GHOSTBUSTERS, CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE FIRST AVENGER, and so many others. Rob has deep knowledge in compositing, lighting, 3D, 2D and programming. In addition, he does his own photography (https://www.flickr…

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Time Travel with VFX - 80 Level Podcast 26:50

4M ago26:50

26:50

Trent Claus, VFX supervisor from Lola Visual Effects joined our podcast. Learn about the complex process of creating realistic aging effects for characters in major films: from the challenges of preserving actors' unique features to the intricacies of the facial anatomy. Trent shares fascinating insights into the evolution of VFX and how AI is shap…

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438 - LAIKA - CG Supervisor Eric Wachtman 1:08:33

4M ago1:08:33

1:08:33

Eric Wachtman is a CG / VFX Supervisor and Art Director at LAIKA where he’s been working for nearly 20 years. Prior to that, he served as the Director of CG / Visual Effects and Art Director at the Cartoon Network. LAIKA was founded in 2005 in Oregon and is guided by the vision of its President & CEO Travis Knight. Located just outside Portland, Or…

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437 - THE LAST OF US - VFX Supervisor Alex Wang 1:41:46

4M ago1:41:46

1:41:46

Alex Wang is a VFX Supervisor. He started his career in visual effects at The Orphanage on THE DAY AFTER TOMORROW, right after graduating from Ringling College of Art and Design in 2003. He then joined Image Movers Digital to work on THE CHRISTMAS CAROL and MARS NEEDS MOMS. In 2010, Alex joined Digital Domain for TRON LEGACY, and then he worked on …

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436 - Freelancing in VFX in 2024 52:10

4M ago52:10

52:10

Freelance is such a big topic in visual effects! For those of you starting in the industry, you’re probably wondering how to get your foot in the door. Ultimately, 2024 will be a very busy year. That means that those of you who are good should be ready to turn down work. The first thing you need to think about is how you’re positioning yourself in …

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435 - The ROI of VFX and Other Advice - Crafty Apes Co-Founder Chris LeDoux (Part II) 1:07:02

5M ago1:07:02

1:07:02

Chris LeDoux is the Co-Founder of Crafty Apes, a VFX Supervisor and an Entrepreneur. Born and bred in Alaska, Chris earned Bachelor’s degree in both psychology and sociology, but his fascination with filmmaking led him to the world of visual effects. He began his career in VFX as a compositor at The Orphanage in 2004. He worked at numerous studios …

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Art vs. Technology? - 80 Level Podcast 30:51

5M ago30:51

30:51

Scott Eaton, multi-disciplinary artist & creative technologist, joins 80 Level Podcast. We discuss machine learning, its impact on human creativity, and the limitations & potentials of AI-generated content in gamedev. Scott shares his thoughts on future changes and possibilities for artists in the gaming world and tries to find a balance between ar…

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434 - The Threat of AI - Crafty Apes - Co-Founder Chris LeDoux 1:14:25

5M ago1:14:25

1:14:25

Chris LeDoux is the Co-Founder of Crafty Apes, a VFX Supervisor and an Entrepreneur. Born and bred in Alaska, Chris earned Bachelor’s degree in both psychology and sociology, but his fascination with filmmaking led him to the world of visual effects. He began his career in VFX as a compositor at The Orphanage in 2004. He worked at numerous studios …

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433 - HOUSE OF THE DRAGON - VFX Supervisor Mark Spindler 58:38

5M ago58:38

58:38

Mark Spindler is a Visual Effects Supervisor at Pixomondo in Frankfurt, Germany. He’s worked on feature films such as Midway, Justice League, Star Trek: Into Darkness, as well tv shows like The Mandalorian and Game of Thrones for which he received two VES Award nominations. His most recent work on House of the Dragon has also been recognized with a…

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Rules of Open World Game Design - 80 Level Podcast 47:05

5M ago47:05

47:05

Join 80 Level Podcast for a deep dive into game design with Jamie Smith, Principal Game Designer at People Can Fly. We discuss the core principles that make open world games stand out. Jamie shares how to design captivating gameplay mechanics, maintain player engagement, and balance form and function. If you're a game developer or simply fascinated…

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432 - ReDefine - Executive VP Eric J. Robertson 1:10:00

5M ago1:10:00

1:10:00

Eric J. Robertson is the Executive Vice President of ReDefine, as well as a Producer, Cinematographer and Entrepreneur. As part of the DNEG Group, ReDefine leverages an incredible legacy of creative and technical innovation to cater to projects that benefit from their agile boutique approach. The studio designs solutions that are tailored to the re…

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431 - Ghost Robot - CEO Zach Mortensen & CCO Mark DePace 44:24

6M ago44:24

44:24

Ghost Robot is the creative studio of the future based in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY. They work with a global community of artistic talent to create content for forward thinking clients. Ghost Robot was founded in 2002 by Zachary Mortensen. The company derived its name from the theme of a music video Ghost Robot was producing at the time. The video…

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Mastering Unreal Engine with YouTube Tutorials - 80 Level Podcast 43:19

6M ago43:19

43:19

William Faucher, 3D Generalist & Unreal Engine Mentor joined 80 Level Podcast. We discuss all-things Unreal Engine and the best ways to master it. William talks about his career journey & YouTube experience, and gives valuable advice for aspiring 3D artists on honing skills, choosing the right software, and understanding the evolving gamedev landsc…

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430 - CG Boost - Zach Reinhardt 48:01

6M ago48:01

48:01

Zacharias “Zach” Reinhardt is a 3D Artist, as well as Founder and Lead Instructor at CG Boost. CG Boost provides Blender tutorials and resources for 3D artists, in order to make creating passionate 3D projects achievable for anyone. In this Podcast, Allan McKay interviews the Founder of CG Boost Zach Reinhardt about starting his YouTube Channel and…

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429 - AI YouTube Channel Theoretically Media – Founder Tim Simmons 1:03:15

6M ago1:03:15

1:03:15

Tim Simmons is an experienced media producer with a demonstrated history of creating short and long form video to create engaging content.Tech Savvy, people savvy, and self motivated creator with a successful track record of building a brand from scratch, Tim is passionate about sharing his knowledge with others – and exploring the intersection of …

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"Forging Ahead & Giving Back" - Victoria Atkin 37:52

6M ago37:52

37:52

This week Jasper sits down to interview the one & only Victoria Atkin. Finally, we get a chance to hear from the lady who started it all and works so hard to bring new people into this growing and evolving space! FIND THE E-COURSE HERE: https://www.bookvopcap.com/e-course Don't forget about the exclusive Patreon discount. Listen to all 8 episodes o…

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"Modern Storytelling" - Joshua Archer 45:03

6M ago45:03

45:03

Today we sit down with our first director of Season 6! A fantastic insight into what a director's job looks like! FIND THE E-COURSE HERE: https://www.bookvopcap.com/e-course Don't forget about the exclusive Patreon discount. Listen to all 8 episodes of season 8 on Patreon right now: https://www.patreon.com/PerformanceCapturePodcast Hosted on Acast.…

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428 - Expression Scientist Melinda Ozel 1:02:44

6M ago1:02:44

1:02:44

Melinda Ozel is an Expression Scientist, Consultant and Educator of all things face related. Before pioneering a career path in expression science, she worked as a Researcher at Meta and Affective where she used her expression expertise to advise the tracking and simulation of facial behavior. She now helps companies in film, game and tech create c…

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Revolutionizing VFX - 80 Level Podcast 37:05

6M ago37:05

37:05

Nick Seavert, Founder & CEO of JangaFX Software joined 80 Level Podcast. Explore the art and science of visual effects in game development and learn how Nick turned his love for games into building software aimed at empowering game artists and making VFX easier. Stay tuned for an inside look at JangaFX's future plans, where they're venturing into r…

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427 - Activision Blizzard - Executive Principal Recruiter for Art in Animation & Creative Robin Alan Linn 1:22:29

7M ago1:22:29

1:22:29

Activision Blizzard’s history goes back more than 40 years. Two incredible gaming brands Activision and Blizzard Entertainment merged, bringing together the best creative talent in gaming. The acquisition of King in 2016 further strengthened the company’s vision to bring the world together through epic entertainment. Their professional gaming prope…

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"A Giant Fighting Robot For Defence, That's The Future" With Jeffrey Ovadya 28:54

7M ago28:54

28:54

Jeffrey Ovadya is the Director of Sales, Support at Vicon who are the reason this whole podcast continues to get made. Talking today with Victoria about the future of P-Cap and what is next for Vicon! FIND THE E-COURSE HERE: https://www.bookvopcap.com/e-course Don't forget about the exclusive Patreon discount. Listen to all 8 episodes of season 8 o…

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426 - Alkemy X - Executive Creative Director Jep Hill 52:28

7M ago52:28

52:28

A veteran facilitator with over 25 years experience in VFX and animation, Jep Hill is an Executive Creative Director at Alkemy X, an award-winning global creative company at the intersection of advertising, brands and entertainment. The company is a creative partner for the biggest names in film and television, such as Fear of the Walking Dead, Wed…

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"Right Your Playing That Character" - With Johnny Alexander 20:50

7M ago20:50

20:50

Today we are joined but someone who you have almost certainly seen before as he has done stunts for, the Mandolorian, Creed, Avatar & Black Panther just to name a few. He talks about the dedication and craft required for such a demanding role. FIND THE E-COURSE HERE: https://www.bookvopcap.com/e-course Don't forget about the exclusive Patreon disco…

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All about Gamedev Outsourcing - 80 Level Podcast 35:27

7M ago35:27

35:27

Join us for another episode of 80 Level Podcast. Anna Kozlova, CEO at Room 8 Group, shares her expertise on why outsourcing can be a game-changer, how to retain top talent, and the potential impact of AI on game development. Find out how studios handle workloads and strike a balance between creativity and efficiency. Room 8 website: https://room8st…

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425 -- I’M A VIRGO – VFX Sups Todd Sheridan Perry & Scott Kirvan 58:57

7M ago58:57

58:57

Todd Sheridan Perry is an On-Set Supervisor on the show with a diverse background in video games, film and television. He’s worked on titles like Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers to Final Destination 5, The Immortals, Total Recall, Resident Evil 5 and Avengers: Age of Ultron. Todd has also worked as a CG Supervisor on Marvel’s Doctor Strange which…

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"There Is So Much More That Is Possible" - With Veronica Smith 23:17

7M ago23:17

23:17

Joining us to talk about how her first project in performance capture was Avatar the Way Of Water is Veronica Smith, who also works as a brilliant camera operator, cinematographer and co-owner of Films Dreams inc FIND THE E-COURSE HERE: https://www.bookvopcap.com/e-course Don't forget about the exclusive Patreon discount. Listen to all 8 episodes o…

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424 – OPPENHEIMER – Compositor and VFX Sup Marco Baratto 47:19

7M ago47:19

47:19

With 10+ years of VFX industry experience, Digital Artist and VFX Sup Marco Baratto is more than ever interested in being an integral part of it through compositing and creative leadership. An understanding of light, color and composition are essential to his approach. His additional interests include photography, concept art, cinema and mathematic…

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"Imagination Olympics" - With Luyanda Unati Lewis-Nyawo 42:09

7M ago42:09

42:09

Our second Baldurs Gate 3 Alumni is here, a fantastic actor and performer whose credits include Wednesday the Netflix original series! For any TTRPG fans out there a fun reunion for Jasper & Unati. FIND THE E-COURSE HERE: https://www.bookvopcap.com/e-course Don't forget about the exclusive Patreon discount. Listen to all 8 episodes of season 8 on P…

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Mastering Blender for Epic 3D Modeling - 80 Level Podcast 36:30

7M ago36:30

36:30

Dive into the world of 3D modeling and video game development as we chat with Josh Gambrell from Blender Bros. Discover how he went from a beginner to an expert in Blender and how you can too. Learn how AI is shaking things up in the industry and how to embrace these changes for success. Check out Josh’s tutorials on YouTube: https://www.youtube.co…

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423 - AI Creator Caleb Ward - Co-Founder of Curious Refuge 50:30

8M ago50:30

50:30

Curious Refuge is a home for unlocking your inner artist using the latest tools. Founded by Caleb and Shelby Ward, the company believes in giving back to the creative community with their videos, blog content and interactive courses. They develop compelling and innovative video and blog content for free and have a blast with every video. They also …

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