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Go behind the scenes with the talented artists and creative teams behind today’s most celebrated animated features, shorts, and series.
Production Sessions offer an in-depth look at the artistic processes, technical challenges, and creative decisions that bring these projects to life. Gain exclusive insights and firsthand knowledge from the minds shaping the future of animation.
Join a captivating discussion exploring Carlos Cruz’s unique journey from industrial design to software development, culminating in the world of VFX.
This talk delves into the unexpected career pivot that began at a 3D printing startup and led to creating artist-facing tools for the VFX industry.
Discover how Carlos's expertise in industrial design and software engineering intersect to bridge the gap between physical and digital design, offering insights into the creative possibilities at the intersection of code and visual storytelling.
Image Credit: © Carlos Cruz. All Rights Reserved.
SPEAKER
Carlos Cruz
3D Graphics Engineer // Independent
Carlos Cruz's unique blend of technical and design expertise offers valuable insights into bridging creativity and engineering in the digital realm.
He’s an accomplished designer-turned-technical leader with extensive experience in software development, specializing in artist-facing VFX tooling and 3D graphics applications.
With a robust background in writing production-quality code, and expertise in real-time graphics development, he has a proven track record in maintaining and evolving large-scale projects.
MODERATOR
Jessica Glass
Jessica, a seasoned tech leader with over a decade of experience in VFX alone, possesses a remarkable ability to bridge the gap between technology and human experience. Her career boasts collaborations with renowned tech giants such as DNEG, Digital Domain, MPC, and Roland Corporation, where she has contributed significantly to business and workflow optimization, with a passionate focus on developing creative technical talent.
Driven by a passion to empower others and foster their full potential, Jessica stands as a pillar in the tech community. She champions change, creative collaboration, and innovation within the industry. And her unwavering commitment to making technology more accessible and intuitive for users underscores her vision for a future where technology seamlessly integrates with our lives.
Go behind the scenes with the talented artists and creative teams behind today’s most celebrated animated features, shorts, and series.
Production Sessions offer an in-depth look at the artistic processes, technical challenges, and creative decisions that bring these projects to life. Gain exclusive insights and firsthand knowledge from the minds shaping the future of animation.
Join a captivating discussion exploring Carlos Cruz’s unique journey from industrial design to software development, culminating in the world of VFX.
This talk delves into the unexpected career pivot that began at a 3D printing startup and led to creating artist-facing tools for the VFX industry.
Discover how Carlos's expertise in industrial design and software engineering intersect to bridge the gap between physical and digital design, offering insights into the creative possibilities at the intersection of code and visual storytelling.
Image Credit: © Carlos Cruz. All Rights Reserved.
SPEAKER
Carlos Cruz
3D Graphics Engineer // Independent
Carlos Cruz's unique blend of technical and design expertise offers valuable insights into bridging creativity and engineering in the digital realm.
He’s an accomplished designer-turned-technical leader with extensive experience in software development, specializing in artist-facing VFX tooling and 3D graphics applications.
With a robust background in writing production-quality code, and expertise in real-time graphics development, he has a proven track record in maintaining and evolving large-scale projects.
MODERATOR
Jessica Glass
Jessica, a seasoned tech leader with over a decade of experience in VFX alone, possesses a remarkable ability to bridge the gap between technology and human experience. Her career boasts collaborations with renowned tech giants such as DNEG, Digital Domain, MPC, and Roland Corporation, where she has contributed significantly to business and workflow optimization, with a passionate focus on developing creative technical talent.
Driven by a passion to empower others and foster their full potential, Jessica stands as a pillar in the tech community. She champions change, creative collaboration, and innovation within the industry. And her unwavering commitment to making technology more accessible and intuitive for users underscores her vision for a future where technology seamlessly integrates with our lives.
