INDUSTRY BRIEFINGS Visual Effects Society announces 22nd annual VES award winners R ecognising outstanding achievements in visual effects across a variety of mediums, the 22nd annual Visual Effects Society (VES) Awards returned in February to showcase the creativity and technical prowess of VFX artists working across film, animation, television, commercials, video games and special venues. Across the 25 categories, big winners included The Creator , which was named the photoreal feature winner with five awards, and Spider- Man: Across the Spider-Verse, which was named top animated film, scooping four awards. The Last of Us was named best photoreal episode, winning four awards, while Coca- Cola topped the commercial field. In the emerging technology award category, The Flash was awarded with a nod for its innovative use of volumetric capture.
CrewHQ Trainee Programme unveiled I n a bid to foster emerging talent in the film and TV production industry, Warner Bros Studios Leavesden has launched the CrewHQ Trainee Programme. Situated at the hub of major UK productions such as The Batman , Barbie and Wonka , this initiative offers exclusive behind-the-scenes access to Warner Bros Discovery projects, creating a direct pathway for aspiring professionals. Trainees will benefit from guidance by seasoned industry professionals, paid placements and networking opportunities. These will cover areas such as set etiquette, production paperwork and terminology, advice on freelancing and an exploration of entry-level roles and potential career pathways. Interviews and assessments will take place over April and May.
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Bubble Agency welcomes new commercial director Bubble Agency, a PR, marketing and events specialist for the media and entertainment technology and services sectors, has revealed Dayna McCallum will become its commercial director. With 20+ years’ experience, she’s worked with the big names in post-production and entertainment technology.
New head of brand & marketing at Motion Impossible Motion Impossible, a specialist in robotic camera dollys and stabilisation solutions, has announced Chelsea Fearnley as its new head of marketing and brand. Chelsea’s directive includes customer engagement, amplifying brand visibility and supporting business growth.
Josh Mandel to lead new division at DNEG Josh Mandel will lead visual effects and animation studio DNEG’s new IXP branch, specialising in immersive experiences. Mandel has previously held senior roles at companies such as The Mill, R/GA and Wieden+Kennedy, and collaborated with brands including Nike, Google and Beats by Dre.
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