VoiceQ 6.0 Package for Dialogue Replacement Now Available
The voice dubbing system’s new enhanced technology adds streaming capabilities, synchronization, and new script formats; added VoiceQ Actor app now available to MacOS users free for one year.
Category: Commercials
ATKPLN Adds 3 Key Hires in Chicago Expansion
The studio, which kicked off the new year with a refreshed look and midwestern presence, adds Chicago-based creatives Daniel Pernikoff as associated creative director, Travis Saul as creative technical superviso,r and Scott Rachwalski as art director/CG supervisor.
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Taylor James Bolsters Creative Team with Key New Hires
Following a year of rapid growth, the studio gears up for 2022’s continued success by adding award-winning creative director Luciano Tapia, and CG leads Bill Mata and Fola Akinola.
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Woodblock Names Luiza Cruz-Flade and Crystal Campbell Executive Producers
Based in London and Berlin, respectively, new hires will bolster the studio’s growth in direct-to brand offerings, build the studio’s reputation in the UK and Europe, and develop and secure new projects.
‘Dune’ and ‘Encanto’ Lead VES Award Nominations
Nominees in 25 categories across film, TV, real-time, and special venue projects represent the top visual effects and animation work produced over the past year; ceremony format and venue yet to be revealed due to the ongoing pandemic.
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Territory Studio Names Colleen Butler Executive Producer
Bringing extensive entertainment, gaming and publishing experience, the Mutiny Pictures co-founder will oversee business development out of company's San Francisco office.
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The Mill and MPC Advertising Unite Under The Mill Brand
Technicolor Creative Studios merges the 2 companies, creating the world’s largest VFX studio for the advertising and brand experience industries.
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Podcast EP143: How William Allinson Gets Stop-Motion Gigs in Toronto
The artist shares how he’s built his career working on animated on projects like ‘New Math,’ ‘Dad Fight,’ Canadian Tire spots, and ‘Ultra City Smiths.’
Post Asylum/Element X Tackles A Tale of Two CG Cities
Dallas-based studio creates spots for AMC Networks’ IFC holiday promo and the 2022 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo.
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Artjail Names Matt Greenwood Design Creative Director
Boutique studio further bolsters creative team with the addition of Jonathan Lee and Weicheih Yu as CG leads.
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Podcast EP142: How Isaac King Established a Stop-Motion Career in Toronto
The artist shares how he built a career in Toronto, directing commercial shorts for nearly two decades while producing his own award-winning films including ‘Whatever Tree,’ ‘Fly Away,’ and ‘Sticks and Stones.’
49th Annual Annie Award Nominations Announced
Best Animated Feature nominees ‘Encanto,’ ‘Luca,’ ‘Raya and the Last Dragon,’ ‘Sing 2,’ and ‘The Mitchells vs. The Machines’ top the expansive list of category nominations; animation’s biggest awards ceremony is scheduled to return live on Saturday, February 26, 2022 at UCLA’s Royce Hall.
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Nexus Studios Creates Stop-Motion Gift Cards for Airbnb
Four charming vignettes depict real places and experiences available on the platform; featured characters had pre-shoot journeys from pencil sketch through to 3D modelling and printing before coming to life with stop-frame 'replacement animation' technique.
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Lobo Adds Director Isabela Littger
The animator, illustrator and character designer most recently directed ‘Wonder Tower,’ an animated short for the ‘Children’s Hospital Foundation’ integrated campaign, ‘The Wonders Within.’
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Hero4Hire Creative Names Christina Augustinos Head of Content Production
Former Nickelodeon and Cartoon Network exec to help studio tackle larger projects, develop original IP, and expand client base.
Pixomondo Creates ‘McDonald’s Friends’ Via Virtual Production
LED Volume technology moves from otherworldly to Main Street with real-time CG digital environments that eliminate production cost overages common in on site shoots.
Photorealistic CG Hamsters Take Center Stage in Albert Heijn Holiday Campaign
TBWA\NEBOKO tapped creative studio Ambassadors to bring human emotion to the family pet in the Dutch supermarket chain’s annual seasonal short; Harry, the hamster, feels displaced by the arrival of a new baby – not truly forgotten, he finds love and meaning.
Foundry Releases Katana 5.0
Latest update focuses on artist collaboration and interoperability with render upgrades, workflow improvements, and support of render partners with a new render delegate ‘AVP.’
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The-Artery’s David Yurman Holiday Collection Spot Takes Flight
Design company sends an owl soaring through Central Park in ‘Magical Menagerie,’ using wintery 2D and 3D animation to showcase the park’s iconic statues as well as the brand’s latest collection.
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Digital Extremes Drops Blur Studio’s ‘The New War’ Trailer
CG cinematic uses bold visuals, strong emotion, and intense action to preview the newest expansion of the popular ‘Warframe’ action game; release is slated for December 15.
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Look Inside Development on Riot Games’ ‘Teamfight Tactics: Gizmos and Gadgets’ Trailer
Jonathan Santoro and Ashley Samour share exclusive visuals and insights into the design and animation of the company’s cinematic - that includes fan-favorite characters Pengu, Chroncc, and Jinx - for the launch of its new ‘Battle of the Bots’ set.
Nexus Studios ‘A Future Begins’ Gets Thanksgiving Kick-Off
The charming stop-motion spot, created by award-winning animator John Kelly, focuses on Chipotle’s commitment to sustainable farming and human welfare; with a soundtrack by Grammy-award winning singer Kacey Musgraves, the commercial is a patchwork quilted love letter to the restaurants’ supply chain and the people behind it.
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Alkemy X Spoofs its 'Cutting Edge' 80's Work to Celebrate 40th Anniversary
VFX house creates campaign and 3-minute anthem film that showcases its ‘sales reel’ from 1981 complete with fictional relics from the past.
DreamWorks’ Trolls Team with UN to Promote Healthy Diet and Sustainable Living
Studio releases awareness-raising video as it joins United Nations, FAO, and UNF in a global campaign to encourage healthy eating and reduce food waste.
Post Office Studios Tapped for Hershey’s Promo Video
Tempting spot for iconic confectioners ‘Cocoa’ and ‘Cocoa with Almond’ spreads introduces the brands’ new packaging; Cinema 4D with Octane Render used for authentic animation, with the mouthwatering chocolate swirl created through fluid simulations in Houdini.
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