Christian Bohm, FX TD

Christian Bohm is an FX TD with 15 years of experience in VFX for Film, Advertising and Episodic and worked in Companies like ILM, MPC, Framestore and Psyop. He started as a Lighting TD at ILM London working on films like "Avengers - Age of Ultron", "Ant Man" and "Spectre". He then moved into the FX Department and worked on some VES nominated commercials, movies like "No time to die" and series like "The Lazarus Project", "Avatar: The Last Airbender" and "The Witcher". Besides his work Christian is a Lecturer for over 10 years and is currently teaching Houdini in universities and his online course.

Jim Geduldick, Visual Effects Supervisor | Virtual Production Supervisor | Cinematographer, Spaceboy Labs

Jim Geduldick is a renowned creative innovator whose work spans film, visual effects, virtual production, and artificial intelligence. With a career defined by a passion for storytelling and a drive to push technological boundaries, Jim has cemented his reputation as a leader at the intersection of creativity and cutting-edge innovation.

With roots in cinematography and visual effects, Jim has contributed to an impressive array of projects, blending his cinematic expertise with a mastery of digital tools. His work in visual effects highlights his commitment to elevating narratives through stunning visuals and immersive worlds. Recent projects include Robert Zemeckis Here, Amazon.MGM upcoming series Criminal, Youre Cordially Invited, AppleTV+ Yo Gabba GabbaLand, Masters of the Air and The Muppets Mayhem.

In recent years, Jim has become a pioneer in virtual production, leveraging real-time rendering and advanced workflows to redefine modern filmmaking. From LED volume stages to motion capture, his approach seamlessly integrates digital and practical techniques, empowering filmmakers with unprecedented creative flexibility.

Jim’s exploration of artificial intelligence adds another layer to his innovative portfolio. By harnessing AI technologies, he has expanded the possibilities of storytelling, visual effects, and content creation, making him a trailblazer in the rapidly evolving creative landscape.

A frequent speaker and advocate for emerging technologies, Jim is dedicated to inspiring the next generation of creators. His ability to bridge the gap between artistic vision and technical execution continues to influence and transform the industries of film, media, and technology.

Markus Kranzler, Technical Director, Pixar Animation Studios

Markus Kranzler is a Technical Director at Pixar Animation Studios, currently working in the characters department. Originally from Germany, he is an alumnus of the Filmakademie Baden-Wuerttemberg where he graduated with the short film “The Present.” While studying, he also worked in Germany and London on movies such as “Iron Man 3", “James Bond: Skyfall", and “Superman: Man of Steel". After graduating in 2014, he started at Pixar Animation Studios, where he worked in several departments on different films; contributions include volumetric clouds for “The Good Dinosaur,” shot lighting on the Academy Award-winning “Coco,” and look development for “Soul.”He is also a board member of the Visual Effects Society in the Bay Area.

Robin Saxen, VFX Producer

Robin Saxen is currently working as VFX Producer on Mission Impossible 8: The Final Reckoning for Paramount Studios. Robin has worked on all of the Missions since coming on as a consultant on M:I 5 in 2015. Intermixed with working with Chris McQuarrie on the Mission Franchise, Robin has also worked with Paul King as VFX Producer on Paddington I & II. Robin first started working directly with Paramount in 2011 on WWZ, Marc Forster.

She began working in VFX in 1994 at Pacific Title Digital. In 1998 she went to ILM where she worked on Star Wars: Episode 1; Magnolia; The Perfect Storm and Gangs of New York. In 2002 she left to go and work as Production Manager at Weta on Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers and Lord of the Rings: Return of the King.

In 2004 she moved to London where she worked as VFX Producer for Framestore and then Double Negative on multiple projects including Superman Returns, The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian, and Australia.

Member: PGA; BAFTA; VES

Paolo Tamburrino, Sr. Industry Strategy Manager, Media & Entertainment, Autodesk

Paolo Tamburrino is a beacon in the world of entertainment. Spanning nearly two decades, his mastery in virtual production and visual effects has illuminated iconic ventures for powerhouses like Apple TV+, CBS, Marvel, and Netflix. His revolutionary contributions at Pixomondo birthed Canada's premier LED Volume, redefining screen magic for series such as Star Trek Discovery and Strange New Worlds. Paolo's evolution from a 3D artist to an Executive Producer showcases a mosaic of landmark roles at VFX studios and contributing to both award-nominated and winning projects. As a distinguished graduate from Filmakademie Baden-Wuerttemberg and a recipient of the coveted VES Award, Paolo champions innovation at Autodesk as the Senior Industry Strategy Manager for Media & Entertainment. His insights and endeavors continue to shape the contours of Hollywood's cinematic future