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its exceptional colour quality innovation, reliable products, deep expertise and next-level customer support. The company’s Tessera system has been a true game changer, serving as the backbone of global world tours and playing a pivotal role in pioneering virtual production and XR studios. And we’re not the only ones who think they’re great; the organisation picked up an Emmy award for outstanding achievement in engineering, science & technology for the Tessera SX40 last year. The award recognised the processor’s crucial role in the widespread adoption of LED for virtual production, and its success in elevating the storytelling process. Delivering the gold standard of on-camera visual performance and colour accuracy, the SX40 has been utilised in some of the biggest shows and films of recent times, from Barbie to The Mandalorian . Excellence in workflows: ARRI Solutions A company needing no introduction in the world of film technology, ARRI has been recognised in our awards for its contribution to the advancement of virtual production workflows through ARRI Solutions. Drawing on its legacy in digital camera systems and LED lighting, ARRI empowers studio owners, operators and content producers to harness virtual production’s full potential through streamlining on-set
processes and delivering best-in-class results. The company’s deep knowledge in camera and lighting integration, metadata and colour management has proved a rock-solid foundation for an intuitive set of workflow tools, ensuring precision and incredible quality in virtual production environments. Particular areas of excellence include ARRI colour management for LED volumes, its digital twins and networked sets – which make complex set-ups a piece of cake with real-time set management tools. Mo-Sys is the deserving recipient of our excellence in camera tracking award for its StarTracker solution, designed specifically to address the demands of in-studio virtual production tracking. Described as a ‘wonder product’ and ‘rock solid’ by its users, StarTracker utilises an intuitive technology to read retro-reflective stars (stickers applied to the studio ceiling or lighting grid), creating a map which reports the camera’s position and orientation in real time. The system moves freely – no technician required, except briefly for installation and calibration – without restricting studio lighting. With less to worry about, it allows creatives to focus on what matters most: the process of storytelling itself. We think that’s something worth celebrating. Excellence in camera tracking: Mo-Sys
Kino Flo Kino Flo’s MIMIK 120 – winner of NAB Show 2023’s product of the year and Euro Cine Expo 2023’s best of show – is an image- based LED tile that’s a key contributor to colour-accurate lighting on virtual sets. Thanks to Kino Flo’s patented tech, the panel converts RGB signals into RGBWW and synchronises with a volume’s video content, ensuring foreground lighting is as true-to-life as possible. OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION AWARDS
VP Visionary: Carlos Perez, Disguise The winner of our inaugural VP Visionary award, Disguise’s Carlos Perez is a standout candidate for his leadership across several aspects of virtual production. Perez’s career with Disguise started 18 months ago, joining as a VP specialist and bringing his background in architecture and VFX – creating visually impressive environments in Unreal Engine. “Carlos’ impact extends beyond his role,” according to marketing manager Carin Mazaira, referring to his ‘pivotal involvement in the Disguise VP Accelerator programme’. Launched by Perez himself, it awards others the chance to learn a skill that will only grow in demand, with Perez serving as the lead instructor. He is the go-to guy for all of Disguise’s virtual production projects, having contributed to short films High and Space Ryder . Congratulations, Carlos!
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