Join Maysa Monção (Post Production co-ordinator, writer, BAFTA member) and special guests across four online sessions as they introduce the world of Virtual Production preparation.
Day 1: VP Budgeting: Plan well and it will pay off
Day 2: VP Location, Logistics and Inclusion
Day 3: Unreal Engine Artist and VP Leader: How do they work together?
Day 4: VP Script Breakdown: How to produce a script breakdown for VP and which scenes are better in VP?
Dates: 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th October 2023.
Time: 3:30pm – 6pm
These sessions are free to attend and registration in advance is required. You can register here.
SUBJECT: Virtual Production Narrative: do not censor your crazy ideas.
Course breakdown:
Oct. 3 – Virtual Production Budget – Plan well and it will pay off
Moderator: Maysa Monção
Guest: Dani Bellar Pilukas, Tech Leader
Bio: Dani Bellar Pilukas is a technology leader at the intersection of creativity and production, with an impressive career spanning companies such as Cirque du Soleil, Tait, and Walt Disney Imagineering. Her expertise lies in redefining the way technology fuels creativity on a global scale. As an Imagineer, Dani led Walt Disney Imagineering into a new era of attractions, and played a key role in the creation of immersive experiences such as Pandora – The World of Avatar, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, and the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction in Shanghai, China. In her most recent role as the Director of Physical Production with Lux Machina Consulting, Dani led technical and creative teams in supporting Virtual Production and In Camera VFX LED Volume work across the globe, fueling the power of innovation and collaboration to transform the entertainment industry. Recent Projects include House of the Dragon (2022), Hijack (2023) and Masters of the Air (2023)
Oct. 4 – Virtual Production – Location, Logistics and Diversity Inclusion
Moderator: Maysa Monção, Post Production Coordinator, Writer and BAFTA Member
Bio: I first asked my granddad for a typewriter as a birthday gift when I was nine. Writing is like an addiction to me, a driving force for all activities in my life. I have worked as a proofreader, translator, editor, PR agent, professor and film reviewer in the UK, Italy and in Brazil.
Most recently, I found joy working in Post Production. Maysa Monção is known for the TV shows Dreaming Whilst Black, Gangs of London and Riches. As a writer, she helped to start up DMovies.org, a platform for thought-provoking films.
Oct. 5 – Unreal Engine Artist and VP Leader – How do they work together?
Moderator: Maysa Monção
Guest 1: Rob Chandler, Virtual Production Leader and Supervisor
Bio: Rob Chandler is the driving force behind Virtual Production at Morden Wolf. Morden Wolf embodies Rob’s fervor for virtual production and its transformative capabilities in making the content creation industry more accessible. As the CEO and executive producer, he helms a group of experts focused on delivering captivating, informative, and entertaining content for film, broadcast, and events, employing the latest technology and methods. Boasting over two decades of high-tech marketing experience with giants like Salesforce, Microsoft, Psion, and Epson, Rob offers a distinct viewpoint on the needs and hurdles of marketing departments. His profound passion for film and media, combined with his rich marketing background, empowers him to craft compelling and resonant content for diverse clientele and viewers. Furthermore, Rob actively gives back to the virtual production community, having founded the VP Community, Starting Pixel, a hub dedicated to the dissemination of knowledge, industry standards, and opportunities.
Guest 2: Deborah Stone, Unreal Engine Artist and VP Producer
Bio:
Hello, fellow filmmakers
I’m Deborah Stone, a Producer, Virtual Production Artist, and Digital Human Supervisor. I’m deeply passionate about film, virtual production, and championing diversity and inclusion.
Ever been curious about the magic behind traditional vs. virtual film? I’ve immersed myself in both realms. While traditional film captures a singular moment, virtual provides a panoramic experience. What truly excites me about virtual production? It empowers filmmakers like me to visualise scenes in intricate detail.
I’ve been privileged to work alongside Real-time Creative Directors such as Tupac Martir and to dive into the VFX industry with Soho post houses like Unit, Platform, and Envy. From London to LA, I’ve coordinated winning pitches with industry giants, including renowned names like Unit9 and Radical Media. And if you happened to flip through Vogue in the 90’s, you might’ve come across some of my work.
At my core, I aim to bridge the gap between traditional and avant-garde film techniques. Armed with tools like Unreal Engine, I’m eager to pioneer the next chapter in storytelling.
Feel free to drop me a line at deborah@stone-tv.com or connect with me on Discord at https://discord.com/channels/@apartment4D#7380.
Looking forward to our paths crossing soon! 🎥💡
Oct. 6: Virtual Production Script Breakdown: how to produce a script breakdown for VP? Which scenes are better in VP?
Moderator: Maysa Monção
Guest: Ben Baker, Virtual Production Producer & Consultant
Bio: Ben Baker (Virtual Production Producer) has had a 22 year career supporting filmmakers on 3 different continents. He has been a Vice President of Studio Services for HBO, Vice President of Post Production at Vice Media and a head of department at Framestore VFX in the UK. He first started in Virtual Production after talking his way into the Epic Games Fellowship, and has consulted in Virtual Production for Amazon Studios, Disney TV, Accenture, and East End Studios. After producing the Virtual Production project FATHEAD for the ETC@USC, he established MESH (MeshVP.com) to build the Virtual Production Department for Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis.
Mesh is now producing Virtual Production projects for clients worldwide.
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