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Allan McKay | Podcast | VFX Supervisor

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466 – Alex Wang – The Last of Us – Season 2

Allan McKay | Podcast | VFX Supervisor ·

2025/07/21

In this episode, Allan McKay sits down with Alex Wang, the Visual Effects Supervisor for the acclaimed HBO series The Last of Us, to break down the monumental VFX work behind the show’s highly anticipated second season. Alex pulls back the curtain on the incredible challenges and creative triumphs of bringing the post-apocalyptic world to life, […]

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465 – Jason Smith – Forging Middle-earth

Allan McKay | Podcast | VFX Supervisor ·

2025/04/23

In this follow-up conversation, Allan reconnects with Senior VFX Supervisor Jason Smith for a wide-ranging discussion that revisits his recent work on a flagship fantasy series and pulls back the curtain on life at the top of the industry. The two cover current challenges in large-scale visual effects, evolving studio pipelines, and the mindsets that keep […]

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464 – ANDY BOYD

Allan McKay | Podcast | VFX Supervisor ·

2025/01/09

In this episode, Allan McKay sits down with Andy Boyd, a seasoned VFX Supervisor, and co-owner of Jamm VFX. Andy shares his extensive journey in the visual effects industry, from his early days breaking into major studios like Framestore and Method Studios to founding his own successful VFX company. The conversation delves into the challenges and […]

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463 – LUX AETERNA

Allan McKay | Podcast | VFX Supervisor ·

2024/12/22

OverviewIn this episode, Allan McKay engages in an in-depth conversation with Rob Hifle, CEO & Creative Director, and Paul Silcox, VFX Director at Lux Aeterna. They delve into the evolution of visual effects in the digital media landscape, discussing their journey from early tools like Flash and Macromedia Director to the sophisticated capabilities of modern […]

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462 – Faruk Heplevent – The Scope

Allan McKay | Podcast | VFX Supervisor ·

2024/11/26

View In this episode, Allan McKay sits down with Jason Smith, Senior Visual Effects Supervisor for Rings of Power and longtime ILM veteran, to delve into his fascinating career journey and creative process in the world of visual effects. Jason shares his story, from early passions for creature design and practical effects to an unplanned […]

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461 – Jason Smith – Rings of Power – VFX Supervisor

Allan McKay | Podcast | VFX Supervisor ·

2024/11/12

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460 – RADiCAL – Democratizing Motion Capture

Allan McKay | Podcast | VFX Supervisor ·

2024/10/04

In this episode, Allan McKay sits down with Gavan Gravesen and Matteo Giuberti, the co-founders of RADiCAL, to explore the groundbreaking advancements in AI-powered motion capture and the future of accessible 3D animation technology. They discuss Gavan and Matteo’s journey from their diverse backgrounds—Gavan from law and AI, and Matteo from biomechanics and motion capture—into […]

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459 – Jan Phil Cramer – Digital Domain VFX Supervisor

Allan McKay | Podcast | VFX Supervisor ·

2024/09/20

In this episode, Allan McKay sits down with Jan Philip Cramer, VFX Supervisor at Digital Domain, to explore the groundbreaking world of character-based visual effects and the innovative tools shaping the future of the industry. They discuss Philip’s journey from animation to supervising some of the most iconic visual effects projects, including Avengers: Infinity War and Endgame. Philip […]

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458 – Nick Seavert – CEO of JangaFX

Allan McKay | Podcast | VFX Supervisor ·

2024/08/27

In this episode, Allan McKay sits down with Nick Seavert, CEO and founder of JangaFX, to explore the cutting-edge world of real-time visual effects software. They discuss Nick’s entrepreneurial journey, the development of JangaFX’s suite of tools including Embergen, LiquiGen, and GeoGen, and the challenges of creating innovative VFX software. Nick shares insights into the […]

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457 – Feng Zhu – Concept Designer & Art Director

Allan McKay | Podcast | VFX Supervisor ·

2024/08/06

In this episode, Allan McKay sits down with Feng Zhu, renowned concept designer and educator, to explore the world of concept design in the film and video game industries. They discuss Feng’s impressive career journey, his work on numerous high-profile projects, and the unique challenges of creating compelling concept designs. Feng shares insights into the […]

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456 – VFX Supervisor for The Boys – Stephan Fleet

Allan McKay | Podcast | VFX Supervisor ·

2024/07/30

Stephan Fleet is the VFX Supervisor for the hit Amazon series The Boys and serves as Associate Producer and Co-Producer on its spinoff Gen V. With a diverse background in visual effects and production, Stephan has become a leading innovator in television VFX. Stephan has developed a reputation for creative problem-solving and empathetic leadership in […]

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455 – Tim Carras – VFX Supervisor Barnstorm VFX

Allan McKay | Podcast | VFX Supervisor ·

2024/07/16

VFX Supervisor Tim Carras joins Allan McKay to discuss his work on high-profile projects like “Clipped” and “Shogun”. Tim shares insights into the challenges of creating realistic crowds for basketball arenas, crafting flaming arrow effects for period dramas, and the intricacies of on-set VFX supervision. The conversation covers a range of topics, from simulating realistic […]

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454 – Xavier Bernasconi – VFX Supervisor for Masters...

Allan McKay | Podcast | VFX Supervisor ·

2024/06/14

In this episode, Allan McKay sits down with Xavier Bernasconi, VFX Supervisor at DNEG, to dive deep into the world of virtual production. They discuss Xavier’s fascinating career journey, his recent work on the highly anticipated Masters of the Air, and the decision to utilize virtual production for the project. Xavier shares insights into the […]

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453 – Colin Giles – Vancouver Film School – Head of...

Allan McKay | Podcast | VFX Supervisor ·

2024/06/09

In this insightful episode, Allan McKay sits down with Colin Giles, head of the School for Animation and Visual Effects at Vancouver Film School, for a deep dive into the world of modern VFX education. They discuss Colin’s fascinating journey from small town artist to leading a world-class animation school, the intense pressures faced by […]

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452 – Shogun VFX Supervisor – Michael Cliett

Allan McKay | Podcast | VFX Supervisor ·

2024/05/28

Shogun VFX Supervisor – Michael Cliett In this epic episode of the Podcast, Allan sits down with Michael Cliett, the overall VFX Supervisor for the hit TV series Shogun. Michael shares his journey into the world of visual effects, from his early fascination with behind-the-scenes movie magic to working his way up in the industry. […]

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451 – Chad Wanstreet pt. 2 – SWAT + Kill The Orange...

Allan McKay | Podcast | VFX Supervisor ·

2024/05/07

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 […]

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450 – The Sympathizer – Chad Wanstreet – VFX Supervisor

Allan McKay | Podcast | VFX Supervisor ·

2024/04/30

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 vision to life; […]

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Episode 449 – Olivio Serikas – Your Guide To AI Art...

Allan McKay | Podcast | VFX Supervisor ·

2024/04/16

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 […]

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Episode 448 – Director Roxana Baldovin

Allan McKay | Podcast | VFX Supervisor ·

2024/04/09

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 Poarch and Maluma. She […]

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Episode 448 – Director Roxana Baldovin

Allan McKay | Podcast | VFX Supervisor ·

2024/04/09

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