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The Framestore Podcast, our learning and talent development focused podcast made by Framestore, for Framestore, is back this week with another though provoking episode!
On Episode 43, we return to the world of 'management and leadership' with this weeks special guest Manpreet Singh, Head of Technical Operations for our Mumbai studio, a Framestore leader with a great reputation.
Joining us for this week's episodes as co-host is Michael Savva, Technology Project Manager from the Global Production Technology team.
Regular listeners will remember Episode 10, one year ago, when we caught up with Matt Hughes, Global Head of Modelling at Framestore. This episode serves as an invaluable companion piece for anyone interested in the craft of leadership and people management.
With over 20 years in IT and VFX, prior to Framestore, Manpreet led IT and Operations at Anibrain and consulted on tech and operations at Meticulous Ventures. He spent 4 years at TomTom as Global Technical Support Manager, overseeing data centres, leading a 50-person team, and earning a 'Greatest Boss in the World' certificate! With expertise from support to leadership, Manpreet excels as an IT strategist, team builder, and motivational speaker.
With more than 15 years of project management experience, Michael has merged his love for creative design with his project management expertise both at Framestore and through his freelance venture NEW ECW Productions since 2009. Prior to joining Framestore, Michael has worked in various roles spanning healthcare, digital transformation, IT project management, and the fashion and publishing sectors.
Manpreet reflects on his early days establishing the Mumbai studio, Manpreet and Michael share a common 'DNA' in project management and engineering, plus we hear about their approaches to leadership and how this shared foundation supports their collaborative efforts in guiding and nurturing teams.
We get into learning from mistakes, the importance of being detail oriented, how Framestore was always on Manpreet and Michael's career 'wishlist' and the leadership lessons Manpreet learned from his father, a retired military officer. -
The Framestore Podcast, our learning and talent development focused podcast made by Framestore, for Framestore, is back with another fantastic two-part episode this week.
Due to the pod's popularity outside of Framestore and considering the current post-pandemic and post-strike climate, along with the considerable number of individuals searching for career opportunities and guidance, we've decided to host a special double bill, recruitment special, featuring recruiters from all 8 of our global studios.
Our very special guests for part two are Kathleen Rufallo, Julia Marrone and Margot Ingrassia.
Kathleen, US Recruitment Manager based in Texas, has been at Framestore since 2012, coming up via production and crewing, and now lead recruiter for all 3 of our studios in the US, New York, Chicago and Los Angeles.
Julia, Head of Recruitment Canada, has been with us since the Fall of 2022, having spent most of her recruitment career with brands such as PWC, IBM and other household names.
Margot, Montreal based Recruiter, has been with Framestore since 2012, having worked for The Focus previously and a range of other tech and IT recruitment roles.
We hear about our guests routes into their individual recruitment roles at Framestore, discuss emerging trends in the talent marketplace across the USA and Canada, and the opportunities they are actively recruiting for!
This is a great continuation on part one where we tackle AI, inclusion and diversity and a whole host of career advice gems essential for those seeking opportunities at Framestore or within the VFX industry at large! -
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The Framestore Podcast, our learning and talent development focused podcast made by Framestore, for Framestore, is back with another fantastic new episode.
Due to the pod's popularity outside of Framestore and considering the current post-pandemic and post-strike climate, along with the considerable number of individuals searching for career opportunities and guidance, we've decided to host a special double bill, recruitment special, featuring recruiters from all 8 of our global studios.
Our very special guests for part one are Lindsay Cowie, Nikunj Barot and Annie Barlow.
Annie, VFX Recruiter based in London started as a studio Runner in 2014, swiftly climbing the ranks within the Talent Team. With nearly 9 years of experience, she's been instrumental in recruiting top talent for Framestore.
Nikunj, Head of Recruitment in Mumbai came on board at the end of 2022, bringing a wealth of experience in e-learning and tech companies. Since joining, Nikunj has had a significant impact on the growth of our Mumbai studio team.
Lindsay, Senior Recruitment Manager for Framestore Melbourne brings a diverse background in recruitment and HR, having worked across academic institutions, nonprofits, and banks. She joined Framestore in the summer of '22, via Method Studios.
We hear about our guests routes into their individual recruitment roles at Framestore, discuss emerging trends in the talent marketplace across London, Melbourne and Mumbai, and the opportunities they are actively recruiting for!
Expect lots of advice of how to create a showreel that gets noticed, designing a clear CV or resume, highly valued skills and qualities, plus some 'golden nuggets' of careers advice. We also discuss topics that include 'CV versus LinkedIn', 'degree versus self-taught', and whether our guests can identify an application crafted by ChatGPT. -
Don't miss out on the second part of this week's episode, with Junior Creative Developer, Sophie and Support Engineer, Derin from LABS!
On Monday's episode we explored ongoing projects, Derin and Sophie's top LABS picks and looked back on their experiences on the Framestore Mentoring Programme. Our conversation highlighted how their work embodies the fusion of creativity and technology, and we discussed collaboration with both team members and clients.
On our second part we discuss creativity, exploring the art of problem-solving, embracing opportunities with an open mindset, and reflecting on launching careers at Framestore in a post-pandemic landscape, including both the upsides and the hurdles encountered along the way.
Sophie and Derin reflect of lessons learnt in their careers so far and how skills and talent will only get you so far, and why being open to people and interpersonal skills is so important.
We also get some excellent advice on both careers in visual effects and the LABS department! -
The Framestore Podcast, our learning and talent development focused podcast made by Framestore, for Framestore, is back with another fantastic new episode.
In this new two-part episode, we revisit the fascinating world of the Framestore LABS department and honour our commitment to LABS Executive Producer, Jocelyn Deborne, who, on episode 25 recommended we have this particular duo on his podcast wish list!
Our special guests this week are Derin Owodunni, LABS Support Engineer and Sophie Thompson, Junior Creative Developer
Derin, a graduate of the University of South Wales with a visual effects and motion graphics degree, started her VFX industry career in the Framestore Systems Team in February 2020, quickly working her way up to LABS Support Engineer where she’s been since May 2022!
Sophie, a graduate of The Manchester Metropolitan University with an MSC in Industrial Digitalisation, spent time in a number of teaching roles during her studies, then spent over 2 years working as a teacher in Seoul, South Korea. During this time she worked as a freelance Visual Artist, subsequently joining Framestore as a Runner in May 2022. A 3-month secondment as a Content Designer followed, then a move into the LABS team as Junior Creative Developer in January last year.
On this episode we delve into the latest developments from LABS and explore a selection of projects underway with Derin and Sophie, along with their standout LABS favourites! Additionally, we reflect on their past involvement in the Framestore Mentoring Programme and the pivotal moments that launched their careers in the industry
We get into how the LABS department represents the convergence of 'creativity and technology', plus we have a fascinating conversation on the cultivation of personal growth by refining robust communication skills and building confidence through collaboration with team members and clients alike.
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Don't miss out on the second part of this week's special episode, where we continue our celebration of International Women's Day!
This years theme is #InspireInclusion, so we've brought together three of our female Framestore Studio Heads for an inspiring conversation on a range of subjects and discussion points, including a navigating leadership as a woman in an industry traditionally dominated by men.
We discuss memories of favourite projects and shows, we shatter myths around the misconception that women in VFX only work in production and support roles, and the chance encounters that have led to pivotal career moments!
We continue our conversation around leadership learnings, including why it's important to slow down and take a step back when the pressure's on. The discussion also covers surrounding ourselves with amazing mentors, how we have to level-up our communication skills, and we reflect on inspiring women from history!
If you've enjoyed this episode, you can catch-up on previous instalments of the pod, including special episodes recognising Black History and Womens History month, and insightful conversations with Alison Turner, Elvis Baptiste, Lara Hopkins, former Launchpad Interns and many more! -
On our 40th episode of The Framestore Podcast we are celebrating International Women's Day and this years theme #InspireInclusion. For our new two-part episode, join us as we bring together three Framestore Studio Heads for a leadership-focused and inspiring conversation.
Our special guests this week are:
Melinka Thompson-Godoy, Head of Studio, Montreal
Tara Maloney, Head of Studio, New York
Lizi Bedford, Head of Studio, London
Melinka's journey began on film sets, leading her to notable VFX roles in iconic shows and movies. Tara's career evolved from freelance video editing to leadership roles in production companies before joining Framestore, and Lizi's path started as a Runner at Framestore, progressing through various VFX roles to become Head of Studio, London.
Join us in celebrating International Women's Day and Women's History Month! You don't want to miss this one! -
Don't miss out on the second part of this week's special episode, where we continue our discussion with Alison Turner, Global Director, Operations and Infrastructure, and Elvis Baptiste, London Facilities Manager, shining the spotlight on our brilliant Facilities and Operations teams worldwide.
Tune in for an exclusive peek into the inner workings of Framestore's studio network, exploring the efforts behind fostering a secure, creative environment for our teams and the dynamic challenges of building management where every day brings something new!
We discuss memories of iconic Framestore shows, milestones and moments from the very early days of the London studio, Alison's experience working in Barcelona, and why you should always take the opportunities that come your way!
Our guests share the genuine enjoyment of working in a facilities and operations team and the variety it provides, a wonderful conversation around important mentors, how Elvis is never too far from a tape measure, and and we ask how Framestore got its name! -
Welcome back to another two-part episode of The Framestore Podcast!
Instead of our usual format, we're dedicating this episode to our brilliant Facilities and Operations teams across Framestore's eight global sites!
Our special guests for this episode are none other than Alison Turner, Global Director of Operations and Infrastructure, and Elvis Baptiste, Facilities Manager at our London studio.
Alison's journey with Framestore traces back to its inception in 1986, where she served as one of our original Founders. With a diverse career path spanning roles in production management, joint ventures, and leadership positions with renowned clients, Alison brings a wealth of experience to the table.
Elvis, Framestore's 'employee number 3', has been at the helm of managing our London studio's facilities since 1999. His tenure has seen significant transformations, from navigating multiple sites to consolidating operations under one roof, fostering collaboration and innovation.
Join us as we welcome Alison and Elvis to the pod as we delve into their experiences, insights, and the magic they bring to Framestore's global community! -
Tune in for 'part two' of this week's Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3 'Awards Special' where we continue our conversation with VFX Supervisor, Alexis Wajsbrot, and Lead Animators Pete Warbis and Chris McGaw.
Listen as we go behind the scenes working as part of the 'strongest animation team ever assembled' and recognise the work of the global, multi-site Framestore crew, including the excellent teams in Production, Marketing, R&D, Pipeline, HR and management across London, Montreal, Vancouver, Mumbai and Melbourne.
We get an exclusive inside look at the climactic stampede sequence, discuss how the flashback sequences serve as the film's emotional core, and emphasise the team's achievement in eliciting emotions for entirely computer-generated characters rather than just the recognition of the technical prowess.
We discuss what makes Guardians 3 'award worthy', get into key learnings the team took away from working on such a game changing show, a fascinating conversation on the creation of character nuances and subtlety, including pupil dilation, breath work and tear meniscus detail, not forgetting a long list of shout outs and MVP's!
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The Framestore Podcast, our learning and talent development focused podcast made by Framestore, for Framestore, is back with another fantastic new episode.
In this two-part episode, instead of our usual format, we dedicate this special edition to recognise the incredible visual effects achievement that is 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3' by the epic Framestore team and its multitude of award nominations this year, including the Visual Effects Society, Academy Awards, BAFTA and more.
Our special guests this week are VFX Supervisor, Alexis Wajsbrot, and Lead Animators Pete Warbis and Chris McGaw.
Alexis, famed for crafting action scenes in Doctor Strange, Thor: Ragnarok, and Spider-Man: Far From Home, joined Framestore as Lead FX TD in 2009. He has contributed to 'Prince of Persia' and later served as FX Super on Gravity, leading the shows groundbreaking software development. After a three-film MCU stint, he supervised Wonder Woman 1984's explosive third act, and more recently, served as VFX Supe for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, and the GOTG holiday special.
Pete, having previously worked at MPC and ILM has portfolio that includes Tom and Jerry, The One and Only Ivan, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, Avengers: Infinity War, and Paddington 2. He excels in crafting nuanced performances for characters and creatures, adding depth to storytelling.
Chris, a veteran character animator with decades of experience, left his mark at major VFX studios in Canada and the UK, including ILM, Sony Pictures Imageworks, and MPC. He has worked on some of the world's biggest film franchises including The MCU, Star Wars, Jurassic World, and Fantastic Beasts.
This is a discussion brimming with spoilers, where we delve into our work on Rocket Raccoon's origin story, pivotal moments and sequences handled by the Framestore crew, the remarkable impact the actors' performances had on the creature and character animation in the film, all while acknowledging the Guardians Trilogy as the best of the MCU!
We talk about the wonderful dichotomy of creating 'crazy characters' who are grounded, flawed and relatable, as well as what made James Gunn such a great director to work with from a VFX perspective and the obvious challenge for our guests picking their favourite shots! -
Tune in for 'part two' of this week's episode where we continue our conversation with Lara Hopkins, Head of Studio for Framestore Melbourne.
Listen as this week's guest co-host, Kathleen Ruffalo, Recruitment Manager, USA, takes over the Framestore Podcast and grills Lara on her leadership role, inspirations and her route into the VFX industry.
We discuss the impact the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike has had on the industry, Lara's views on where she sees the landscape of VFX content evolving, and what she is most excited about having moved into the Head of Studio role for Framestore Melbourne.
Kathleen asks Lara if she thinks people are born 'natural leaders' or if it's a skill that can be developed or learned, we discuss Lara's role as a champion for promoting diversity, inclusion, and equity in the industry and we explore whether, in the hypothetical scenario of winning the lottery, would Lara still be connected to VFX.
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The Framestore Podcast, our learning and talent development focused podcast made by Framestore, for Framestore, is back with another fantastic new episode.
Every two weeks on Mondays, we welcome a special guest to the pod to answer questions about their inspirations, work at our studio, and career journey via the Framestore Podcast 'dailies' questions. Then, the following Thursday, we invite a guest 'co-host' from our global community to take over, engaging our guest in a deeper dive conversation for a valuable learning experience.
Our special guest this week is Lara Hopkins, Head of Studio for Framestore Melbourne. With a diverse and successful career in the VFX industry, Lara started out as a Producer's Assistant at Anifex in 1992, and later held key roles at Extro Design and Animal Logic. Lara spent significant terms at Framestore, first as CG Manager and later in recruitment and studio management. In 2009, she played a crucial role in crewing up for Happy Feet 2 at Dr. D Studios, returning to Framestore in 2012, serving as the New York's Head of Recruitment and later as a Global Recruitment Consultant. 4 years at ILM, Sydney, followed where Lara rose to the position of Director of Talent Management, then rejoining Framestore to lead our Melbourne Studio in October last year.
Our co-host for this conversation is Kathleen Ruffalo, Recruitment Manager, Framestore USA. Kathleen began her career in the entertainment industry in 2010 working as a Production Assistant on a string of reality TV series including Hell's Kitchen, Big Brother, and Dancing with the Stars, before making the shift to scripted television which included working as an Office PA on the final season of the long-running series House. In the Summer of 2012 Kathleen joined Framestore helping to launch our Los Angeles studio, where she ascended from Production, to Crew Management, to Recruitment Manager where she’s been since late 2019.
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Tune in for 'part two' of this week's episode where we speak to our Launchpad Intern alumni in light of the programme now taking applications for the 2024 intake!
We chat to Tanisha Nagevadia, a Previs Artist based in London, along with Alex Rabbitt, an Environments TD also based in London, and Christian Morales Malaver, a LookDev & Lighting TD based in Montreal. Listen as we gain insights into their experiences on the programme and explore how their careers have evolved since joining the Launchpad Internship.
We discuss Tanisha's journey learning the craft of animation, Christian shares his early experiences working on Jingle Jangle and we discover how Alex learnt a valuable lesson of not getting too attached to your own work.
We also get into the qualities and characteristics of great mentors, golden nuggets of advice for anyone considering applying for the Launchpad Internship, challenges faced when dealing with 'Imposter Syndrome' and the importance of honing your communication skills.
For more information on how to apply for the Framestore Launchpad Internship, please follow this link:
https://framestore.recruitee.com/o/london-launchpad-internship-2023-3-4
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The Framestore Podcast, our learning and talent development focused podcast made by Framestore, for Framestore, is back for 2024 with another fantastic new episode.
Every two weeks on Mondays, we welcome a special guest to the pod to answer questions about their inspirations, work at our studio, and career journey via the Framestore Podcast 'dailies' questions. Then, the following Thursday, we invite a guest 'co-host' from our global community to take over, engaging our guest in a deeper dive conversation for a valuable learning experience.
To get us started this year, we're kicking off with one of our special two-part episodes, as the hotly anticipated Framestore Launchpad Internship is now taking applications for our programmes in London, Montreal, Vancouver, New York, Chicago and Los Angeles.
To celebrate the impact of the Launchpad Internship we invite three former interns to the pod to discuss their experience on the programme, how it has impacted their career and of course have them take on the 'Framestore Podcast Dailies' questions!
Tanisha Nagevadia became a part of the Launchpad Internship in the summer of 2022, immediately following her graduation from Bournemouth University. After a successful internship, she transitioned into the role as a Junior Previs Artist in FPS. Currently, she is actively contributing to three major shows.
In the summer of 2022, Alex Rabbitt also joined the Launchpad Internship, having previously worked as a Sailing Instructor and freelance photographer. Post his Launchpad experience, Alex swiftly secured a position as a Framestore Environments Artist. Shortly after, in September of the same year, he transitioned into a TD role, and since then has earned credits on notable projects such as Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and the highly anticipated Civil War, directed by Alex Garland.
Christian Morales Malaver, having initially worked as a 3D Generalist in the Colombia real estate industry, joined the Launchpad Internship in the summer of 2019. Following his internship, he worked as a 3D Artist for VFX studio BUF, returning to Framestore after four months, assuming the role of LookDev & Lighting TD. To date, he has contributed to various projects, including Jingle Jangle, The Suicide Squad, Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore, Slumberland, 1899, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, Wonka, and this year's The Fall Guy.
For more information on how to apply for the Framestore Launchpad Internship, please follow this link: https://framestore.recruitee.com/o/london-launchpad-internship-2023-3-4
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The Framestore Podcast, our learning and talent development focused podcast made by Framestore, for Framestore, is back this week with another fantastic new episode.
This week, we close out 2023 with our second highlights episode, just in time for the holidays!
Last time, we reflected on some of the common themes throughout our first year of podcasting, including the importance of curiosity and asking questions, and a treasure trove of “golden nuggets” of career advice.
In this week's retrospective, we indulge in some of the best stories from shows our guests have been a part of, lean into one of the pod’s big themes of mental health, and of course a nice cheesy warm hug from everyone talking about the great people across the Framestore community.
A massive thank you to all of our guests that featured on this episode, namely Sabrina Gagnon, Marco Garcia, Shae Lyn See, Nicolas Lim Tuck Lee, Tim Webber, Patricia Llaguno, Suzanne Jandu, Prashant Nair, Shuchi Singhal, Martin Macrae, Debbi Coleman, Matt Hughes, Raphaelle Weisz, Pia Suffredini, Roxy Prophet, Jonny Dixon, Chris Blasko, Kellie Finch, Lorna Dumba and Jimi Vaughn.
We hope you enjoy second part of the Framestore Podcast, The Best of 2023.
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The Framestore Podcast, our learning and talent development focused podcast made by Framestore, for Framestore, is back this week with another fantastic new episode.
As we begin to close out 2023, and celebrate our first full year of podcasting, we felt it was fitting to cast our minds back across the last 12 months and relive some of the highlights in two special ‘gift wrapped’ episodes for your listening pleasure, just in time for the holidays!
We began the year reviewing 2022 alongside senior leaders representing different corners of Framestore, including Film and Episodic, Framestore Pre-Production Services, Integrated Advertising, and Immersive. Additionally, we recognised Women's History Month, Pride, Refugee Week, and Black History Month with dedicated episodes. We also featured department-focused episodes featuring LABS, Comp, DMP, and, of course, the formidable Framestore Training Team.
As a podcast focused on learning and talent development, we've gathered standout insights from our episodes this year. Our 2023 recap is a two-part retrospective spotlighting recurring themes that emerged across the series so far.
On this week's episode we take a deep dive into the craft of mentoring, the importance of staying curious and asking questions, plus a whole host of career essentials elicited from our 'golden nugget of career advice' question.
A massive thank you to all of our guests that featured on this episode, namely Russell Dodgson, Tim Webber, Patricia Llaguno, Ellen Boss, Matt Hughes, Abdou Sako, Jack Grealish, Gabbi Segall, Engy Jarrouj, Suzanne Jandu, Em Hackley, Vicky Osborn, Michel Waxman, Martin Macrae, Lorna Dumba, Jimi Vaughn, and Raphaelle Weiss!
We hope you enjoy part one of the Framestore Podcast 'The Best of 2023' -
Tune in for 'part two' of this week's production-themed episode where we continue our conversation with Chris Blasko, our new Head of Production for Framestore Montreal.
This week's guest co-host, Chloe Rodrigues, 3D Production Assistant based in London, takes over the Framestore Podcast where she grills Chris on his leadership role, inspirations and managing pressure.
We discuss how Chris's role changes all the time, why it's important to recognise talent and tips for managing a healthy work/life balance. -
The Framestore Podcast, our learning and talent development focused podcast made by Framestore, for Framestore, is back this week with another fantastic new episode.
Every two weeks on Mondays, we welcome a special guest to the pod to answer questions about their inspirations, work at our studio, and career journey via the Framestore Podcast 'dailies' questions. Then, the following Thursday, we invite a guest 'co-host' from our global community to take over, engaging our guest in a deeper dive conversation for a valuable learning experience.
In this two-part episode, we meet Chris Blasko, our new Head of Production for Framestore Montreal.
Chris has been in the industry since the Summer of 2004 where he 'cut his teeth' as a VFX Production Coordinator at Sony Pictures Imageworks, then continued to sharpen his ‘VFX producer toolset’ with roles that followed at MPC, The Walt Disney Company, and Warner Bros Entertainment up until the fall of 2013. He then spent over 3 years in similar roles with emerging tech and immersive facilities Jaunt XR, and Subvrsive, before landing at DNEG Montreal at the end of 2019 where he stayed for almost 4 years quickly rising through the ranks to Head of Production.
Joining us as this week's guest co-host is Chloe Rodrigues, 3D Production Assistant in IA based in London. As a Bournemouth University graduate she quickly took on a role at Blue Zoo Animation Studio in the role of 3D Production Assistant, and then joined Framestore just a month before Chris this Summer. Chloe is also a non-executive board member with ACCESS:VFX the industry movement striving for increased diversity, inclusion and representation across visual effects, animation and games. -
Tune in for the second part of this week's episode as we continue our conversation with the Framestore Training Team. Joining us are Bonnie Dorais, our Global Talent Development Manager in Montreal, Jignesh Solanki, VFX Training Manager based in Mumbai, and Kellie Finch, our Confluence & Training Specialist located in Florida.
We hope you enjoy our 'behind the scenes' insights into our work in talent development, as we discuss mentors, shows, hidden talents, and much more! We get into common misconceptions, debunking the popular myth that we all hang out with Iron Man, and an impromptu 'Tim Webber-themed' segment where the team share their favourite Framestore projects.
Key moments include Jignesh, Kellie, and Bonnie sharing insights on the continuous learning process and the significance of stepping out of one's comfort zone. We also debate the correct pronunciation of 'GIF', uncover some hidden musical talents, and explore alternate career paths.
Enjoy! - Visa fler
