Zoic Studios welcomes Rainer Gombos as Creative Director and VFX Supervisor.

Psyop creates a new pre-roll for TED Talks, which conceptualizes and brings to life the animation of the TED logo.

The Vancouver Animation School announces a free webinar with MPC animator Blaine Toderian going behind-the-scenes of the Academy Award-winning film, “Life of Pi,” on Saturday, April 13.

The Mill LA collaborates with Sonos Studio to create the multimedia installation, “Bugs,” from filmmaker Tom Kuntz.

Red Giant unveils BulletProof, a new software application for on-set footage handling, at NAB 2013 next week in Las Vegas, NV.

Visual-effects company Pixomondo to abandon feature film work after shutting its Shanghai office in the wake of closures in London and Detroit.

Stash Media announces that John Kahrs and Scott Ross have joined the COLLIDER Conference lineup.

Rampant Design Tools announces the debut of eleven new design solutions for visual effects at NAB 2013.

Technology developer Pretend demonstrates new developments to its stereographic 3D software, Stereoid, at NAB 2013, along with a first look at an exciting new product in development.

th2ng’s Justin Dickel returns to music videos with the directing of Misha B’s, “Here’s to Everything.”

Deluxe delivers as a one-stop shop for the hit Australian film “The Sapphires.”

Berkeley, California-based VFX company Tippett Studios lays off 40 percent of its workforce.

A decision on whether or not a California bankruptcy court will approve a sale of Rhythm & Hues is delayed Friday after bidders and a creditor object to a potential deal.

Brickyard teams up with Carl’s Jr. to provide VFX for the new ad, “Mrs. Robinson,” featuring Heidi Klum.

A holding company associated with Prana Studios has submitted the winning bid to acquire visual effects studio Rhythm & Hues.

The bankruptcy auction, which kicked off Wednesday morning and proceeded until 2 a.m., started up again Thursday afternoon.

Black & white 3D piece honors early cinematic legends like Georges Melies while cleverly setting the scene for new “Wizard of Oz” prequel.

Creative shop STEELE Studios relocates its offices to Santa Monica and announces four recent projects.

“Life Of Pi” director Ang Lee headlines the bill at the opening of the 3D Creative Summit in London, appearing via satellite to discuss the visual work for the BAFTA and Academy Award-winning 3D feature.

London-headquartered VFX company The Mill reveals plans to close its Mill TV visual effects unit with a possible loss of 25 jobs.