We are happy to be part of this great initiative! Get ready for December 8th, 2023 to honour those in visual effects!
Here is the press release:
INTRODUCING ‘WORLD VFX DAY’: A GLOBAL CELEBRATION FOR VISUAL EFFECTS
A new annual observance day to honour those in visual effects
London, 24th October 2023: A collective of visual effects studios, organisations and professionals have established an exciting new annual event, ‘World VFX Day’. Scheduled to make its debut on the 8th of December, this worldwide observance aims to cast a spotlight on the visual effects industry, which enables filmmakers to visualise stories beyond the realms of imagination.
Visual effects (VFX) has long been seen as the unsung heroes behind the awe-inspiring magic witnessed on both the silver screen and television. ‘World VFX Day’ seeks to foster a greater understanding of the skills and artistry across the wider entertainment industry and with consumers.
VFX boasts a market size valued at around USD 9884.95 million in 2022, featuring an estimated 600 studios and a workforce exceeding 100,000 professionals worldwide.
Supporters of ‘World VFX Day’ so far include: Framestore, DNEG, Ghost VFX, MPC, Pixomondo, ILM, Mavericks, Moonraker, W?t?FX, Untold Studios, Cinesite, beloFX, Milk FX, Blue Bolt, Afro VFX, Territory Studio, Important Looking Pirates, Jellyfish Pictures, Firebrand VFX, Access VFX, View Conference, FMX – Film & Media Exchange, Escape Studios, The Rookies, NextGen Skills Academy, Foundry, Corridor Digital, Befores and Afters, Humans of VFX and more…
Anyone in or outside the industry are encouraged to take part by becoming an official supporter, attending upcoming events, joining the conversation online and sharing their work using #worldvfxday.Sign up to the ‘World VFX Day’ newsletter for the latest news and events: https://mailchi.mp/651b2a6c2ad9/world-vfx-day
“I’ve worked in visual effects marketing for around five years and I’m constantly in awe of what is created. But not enough people outside of our industry realise how much work and passion drives what we see on screen. The ‘World VFX Day’ initiative endeavours to provide a platform for the positive recognition visual effects deserves.” Hayley Miller, VFX Marketing Consultant and initiator of ‘World VFX Day’.
© Vincent Frei – The Art of VFX – 2023
Hi Vincent,
I hope all is well.
Both myself and the founder of Rohtau, Jordi Bares have been in the VFX industry for over 20years.
I am HOP & HESG at Rohtau and Jordi is the CD and VFX Supervisor.
I come from Rushes, MPC and Frametsore to name a few and Jordi comes from The Mill London where he was CD and Glassworks and Frametore etc.
We are wondering how to add our name/logo/support to this day?
We are also wanting to raise awareness of the importance of us all creating/joining a single VFX Union and wonder if you have any thoughts on this?
Many thanks!
jk
Hi Josh, just click on the link in the press release to register your company. Best,