The digital nature of visual effects means it is less likely to resist the influence of AI technology, but could increased efficiency come at the cost of traditional pathways into the industry? IF find outs how the Australian sector is approaching the tools available.
Fully integrated entertainment platform Wattpad Webtoon Studios is seeking to grow its Australian presence, with global head of film Lindsey Ramey highlighting the importance of the country's storytellers while attending last week's inaugural Futures Conference in Sydney.
Jennie Zeiher has been appointed the president of Rising Sun Pictures by parent company Fuse Group, a role which will see her take over day-to-day operations from managing director and co-founder Tony Clark.
Animal Logic group head of legal and business affairs Emma Drummond and KOJO Studios managing director Dale Roberts have been announced as new members of the Ausfilm board.
Visual effects outsourcing platform Hotspring is expanding into the Asia-Pacific region, with aims to give VFX companies and studios a new way to connect with each other and establish contracts.
Adelaide's Rising Sun Pictures has been acquired by the LA-headquartered FuseFX, in a deal that is argued to "position the business for global strategic growth".
The Australian visual and digital effects sector may have formal representation in a Visual Effects Society Chapter by the end of the year with Fuel VFX and Rising Sun Pictures among the drivers.