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ON SITE Raum Karlsruhe Tuesday, April 23, 12:30
Ynput

Introduction to AYON pipeline

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Get an overview of the AYON pipeline by Ynput CEO and Co-founder, Milan Kolar and Martin Licko, Head of Client Success. Discover how the platform has evolved from OpenPype to the leading open-source pipeline platform used by animation and VFX studios around the world. Milan and Martin will show how Artists, Supervisors, Pipeline TDs can benefit from using AYON. 

Milan Kolar

Milan Kolar, Founder & CEO, Ynput

From a passion for CG to the forefront of VFX and animation technology, Milan, the founder and CEO of Ynput, has significantly advanced pipeline services and software development. Milan co-founded Kredenc studio in Prague and spearheaded its transformation with the open-source pipeline OpenPype, setting the stage for Ynput—a venture born from the clear demand for pipeline consultancy. His notable achievements include establishing scalable production pipelines for complex TV series and cultivating a community of 2,000 industry professionals. This led to the launch of AYON, the evolution of OpenPype and Ynput's flagship pipeline platform, enhancing creative studios' workflows worldwide.

Martin Licko

Martin Licko, Head of Client Success, Ynput

Martin "Murphy" Licko with over two decades of experience in VFX, animation, interactive media, games, and TV series productions, has significantly contributed to defining, aligning, and optimising technical processes across a diverse range of business environments. His journey includes pivotal roles at Eallin in Prague, Brown Bag Films in Dublin, and M2 Animation in Bangkok, where he enjoyed working on beloved TV series such as "The Smallest Elephant in the World," "Butterbean," and "Lego - Friends." Now, as Head of the Client Success team at Ynput, Murphy leverages his extensive production experience to help clients worldwide adopt the Ayon pipeline system, aiming to bring modern technology and best practices to the broader industry. His work has not only improved production efficiencies but also established a new Client Success department, enhancing Ynput's client relationships and support services.