Masters Event : Career Development Event : Animation & VFX
Networking and meet the recruiters
Aims and how the networking works
We aim to bring interesting and hard-working artists and producers from around Australia together from the major VFX, commercial animation, and 3-D studio’s, to learn from each other and network together. We will have small breakout rooms for networking before and after the event, you can choose who you would like to chat with at the event. We will also have a networking guide with profile photo and contact details.
Career development discussion night
2d & 3d Animation CG & VFX - About the discussion night
You are invited to join us in a small, intimate and private discussion night. We have invited some of the best and most interesting studios, Junior and Mid Career artists to come together. The aim of the night is to bring together senior colleagues from the VFX, 3D, CG, FX, Design & Animation disciplines for an open and friendly chat over a beer or glass of wine, so we can network and learn from one another.
Discussion Leaders - Q&A Panel
Matt Diks : Flying Bark - Sydney
Animation Director
Rachel Neville : Flying Bark - Sydney
Recruitment Manager
GV Prashanth : Fin Design + FX - Brisbane
3d Artist
Pablo de la Torre - Freelance
Animation Director
Jess Hopcraft - Princess Bento - Melbourne
Associate Producer & Talent
Yasmin Jones - SLR Productions
Head of Production
Matthew Packwood - Host and Moderator
Over 20 years experience working the commercial and TV industry.
Aishwarya Ramji - Host and Moderator
VFX Artist & Lecturer at Screen and Media at RMIT
Break Out Rooms : Discussion Leaders - Q&A Panels
Room 1 :
2d & 3d Animation
Rachel Neville
Flying Bark
Recruitment Manager
Matt Diks
Flying Bark
Animation Director
Room 2 : VFX
2d & 3d Animation
Patricia Kung
JMC
Recruiter & Outreach
Pablo de la Torre
Freelance
Animation Director
Room 3 :
2D Animation
Jess Hopcraft
Princess Bento
Ass Producer & Talent
Yasmin Jones
SLR Productions
Head of Production
Room 4 :
VFX & CG
Marcus Wells
PXL Talent
VFX Talent Consultant
GV Prashanth
Fin Design + FX
3d Artist
Brake Out Room Leaders / MC’s
James Marshall
CDW Animation
Matthew Packwood
Masters of motion
Bradley Jordan
Princess Bento
Reed Yerien
Stage23
You are invited to attend
- Thursday 4th of November 2021 -
Previous Juniors Mid level Artist Events
Previous Senior Artists Events
About the discussion night
You are invited to join us in a small, intimate and private discussion night. We have invited some of the best and most interesting studios, Junior and Mid Career artists to come together. The aim of the night is to bring together senior colleagues from the VFX, 3D, CG, FX, Design & Animation disciplines for an open and friendly chat over a beer or glass of wine, so we can network and learn from one another.
Date : Thursday 4th of November 2021 Time : 6:30pm to 9:45 pm
Hosts : Matthew Packwood and Ash Ramji
Professional development : Learned from others
- Be introduced to an exclusive group of top industry professionals - Ask questions about topics you are interested in learning about - Be updated on the industry trends and opportunities - Become less isolated in your work by meeting with fellow artists
Networking
- A networking guide with your portfolio and contact details.
- Provide a list of people you would like to network with.
Why only 80 people ?
- Everybody gets the opportunity to talk.
- It’s small to enable easy communication and networking.
- It’s important if you register you attend or cancel in advance.
What you need to provide ?
- Your contact details and a IMDB or LinkedIn link
- You will be asked to provide questions for the discussion
Please note Your registration details may be used for marketing to you by Masters of Motion and the event sponsors.
Requirements / info
1. Be ready with, wine, beer, tea, hot chocolate and great snacks
2. Webcam, microphone & earphones
3. Computer with plugged in fast Internet - If you have it, or Wifi
Note : You must wear earphones to stop feedback
Zoom
- You can access the event via Zoom
Please note : Your registration details may be used for marketing to you by Masters of Motion and the event sponsors.
Schedule
6:30pm : Doors open & Setup
6:35pm : Introduction - Speakers & Partners
7:00pm : Networking begins 10 Zoom groups drinks
7:30pm : Main Q&A - 40 minutes session
8:10pm : Break into 6 small rooms / 30 minutes session
Small Discussion & Q&As
- Room 1 : 2d & 3d Animation
- Room 2 : VFX/3D Animation
- Room 3 : 2D Animation
- Room 4 : VFX & CG
- Room 5 : TBA
8:55pm : All back together, thank the panel members and sponsors
9:00pm :
Option 1. Speed - Meet the Speakers - One on One
- Ask a Question or show your work - 7 minutes each - Limited Spots
Option 2. Networking Drinks : 10 Small Zoom Group
9:30pm : Thanks to everybody - Give away door prizes
945pm : Proceedings end.
Supporting Masters of motion
💙 When you purchase a ticket to this event it helps us support the community and allows me to deliver high quality events. Thank you for your support. Cheers Matt
Sorry we are Full : REGISTRATIONS CLOSED
Join the Waiting List :
People always drop out close to the event and on the day and I replace them with people from the waiting list. Please join and I will ring you if a place becomes available : )
Email Matthew at : matthew@mastersofmoion.com.au
Discussion Night : Attending so far…
Organisers & Host
1. Matthew Packwood : Masters - www.matthewpackwood.com
2. Ash Ramji : RMIT - www.linkedin.com
3. Sugandha Tyagi - Stratosphere - www.linkedin.com
4. Ivy Hsu : MSI - www.msi.com
5. Leo Soenario : Wacom - www.wacom.com
6. Martin Leibowitz : Storm FX - www.stormfx.com.au
Attendees - MC & Room Leaders
1. Reed Yerien : Compositing at Stage23 : www.vimeo.com
2. James Marshall : CDW Animation - Head of Studio
3. Bradley Jordan : Princess Bento - Rigging Supervisor - Linkedin
4. Brodie Lowe : Arterial Design - 3D Generalist - website
5. Paul Gkantinas : Freelance - 3D & Environment - website
6. Camden Wright : Weta Digital : FX Trainer : linkedin.com
7. Tobias Krebs : Nickelodeon - Storyboard Artist - website
8. Dean Musumeci : AIT : Educator & Compositing : www.vimeo.com
9. Sugandha Tyagi : Stratosphere - www.linkedin.com
10. Sathira Leukebandara : Luma - VFX Assistant : website
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Recommendations
I really enjoyed being part of this event. As a speaker I think I got as much or more than the attendees as they were industry professionals with something to add. Nathan Ortiz - CG Supervisor at Method Studios
8 out of 10 - Great to chat to all of the different people, in all different positions, at all different companies, but in just one destination! Mark Millar - Manager at Alt.vfx and T&DA
Wasn't sure what to expect but I had lot's of fun. Met some really interesting people, made some excellent connections and caught up with some old friends Shane Aherne - Director at ModelFarm
Great night and great conversations, Quite unexpected given it was a virtual event Tim Dyroff - Creative Director at Resolution
10 out of 10 - Matthew Packwood consistently runs great events that provide opportunities for artists to connect and learn in a supportive and friendly environment. Jacinta Blaxland - Generalist at Plastic Wax
Matthew does a great job of bringing professionals together from all walks of the industry, over topics they are passionate about. Lisa Gane - Compositor at Future Associate
Really great opportunity to connect with colleagues and friends and make new connections. Really interesting and informative to hear diverse perspectives on workplace issues. Kristin McCourtie - Director at The Design Foundation
Attendees - Senior
01. Grant Regan - Freelance - Concept and Vis-Dev Artist : www.grantregan.com
City : Melbourne Email : mail@grantregan.com
02. Darren Keating : Art Director - Cheeky Little Media - www.darrenkeating.myportfolio.com
City : Sydney Email : darren.keating@cheekylittle.com.au
03. Alex Weight : UTS Animal Logic Academy : Snr Lecturer : www.alexweight.com
City : Sydney Email : alex.weight@uts.edu.au
04. Kelly Lynagh : 12 Field : Studio Manager : www.12field.com.au
City : Melbourne Email : kelly@12field.com.au
05. Deborah Cameron : UTS : 2D Animator & Lecturer : www.linkedin.com/in/deborahcameron
City : Sydney Email : Deborah.Cameron@uts.edu.au
05. Camden Wright : Weta Digital : FX Trainer : www.linkedin.com/in/camdenwright/
City : Wellington Email : camdenwright8@gmail.com
Attendees - Junior and mid level
1. Mathew Baullo : Intrepid - 2D/3D Generalist - mathewbaullo.artstation.com
City : Sydney Email : mathewbaullo@mail.com
2. Alexander Murphy : Freelance - FX Artist - www.alexanwww.derwww.murphyfx.com
City : Melbourne Email : alexander.m.murphy@gmail.com
3. Sathira Leukebandara : Luma - VFX Production Assitant : www.sathiraleukebandara.com
City : Melbourne Email : sathira.leuke@gmail.com
4. Jovan Tomasevic : Recent Grad 2021 - Layout & Previs Artist : www.jovantomasevic.myportfolio.com
City : Sydney Email : jovantomasevic3d@gmail.com
5. Dean Musumeci - AIT : Educator & Compositing / Roto / Generalist : www.vimeo.com
City : Melbourne Email : ddmusumeci@hotmail.com
6. Elkie Chadwick - Student at JMC Academy : Production Manager - www.linkedin.com
City : Sydney Email : elkie.chadwick@gmail.com
7. Simona Popovska : Design Intoto - Account Manager : www.vimeo.com
City : Sydney Email : simona.popovska@gmail.com
8. Natalie Mishchenko : 3D generalist - www.artstation.com
City : Sydney Email : natalie.mishchenko.10@gmail.com
9. Ian Lade : Luma Pictures - 3D animator - www.vimeo.com
City : Sydney Email : iananimates@hotmail.com
10. Natalie Mishchenko : 3D generalist - https://lunami.artstation.com/
City : Sydney Email : natalie.mishchenko.10@gmail.com
11. Haley Sheriff : 3D Animator - www.vimeo.com
City : Melbourne Email : sheriffhaley@gmail.com
12. Adam Phillips : Freelance : Cg Illustration - https://phillipsadam.com/
City : Melbourne Email : phillips.a.adam@gmail.com
13. Nathan Robb : Vidico - 2D Animation Producer & 2d Animator - www.Nathanrobbdesign.com
City : Melbourne Email : nathan11@windowslive.com
14. John Li : Recent Grad 2021 - 3D modelling : www.lizaku.myportfolio.com
City : Sydney Email : johnli0079@gmail.com
15. Brian Nguyen : Recent Grad 2021 - 3D Modelling - www.bribarian.com
City : Sydney Email : bribariann@gmail.com
16. Jim Byrt : Freelance : 2d Storyboard Artist - www.jimbyrt.com
City : Sydney Email : bayariant@gmail.com
17. William Partridge : Cheeky Little Media - 2D Animator - http://www.williampartridge.org
City : Melbourne Email : william.m.partridge@gmail.com
18. Sara Shawwa : Freelance - Senior 2d Animator, Illustrator - www.vimeo.com
City : Adelaide Email : shawwasarah@gmail.com
19. Louis Majiwa : Freelance - 2D Animation & Motion designer - www.vimeo.com
City : Melbourne Email : hello@louismajiwa.com
20. Kathy Constantin 3D : Swinburne - Teacher : www.linkedin.com
City : Melbourne Email : k.constantin@outlook.com
21. Tobias Krebs : Nickelodeon - Storyboard Artist : www.tobiaskrebsanimation.com
City : Wagga Wagga Email : tobiaskrebsanimation@outlook.com
22. Cara Byrne : Recent Grad 2021 - Rigging, 3D animation - www.vimeo.com
City : Adelaide Email : byrne.cara21@gmail.com
23. Juliet Rowe : Freelance : Designer, Illustrator & 2D Animator : www.vimeo.com
City : Melbourne Email : julietmrowe@gmail.com
24. Makoto Dawson : FX Artist : www.vimeo.com
City : Melbourne Email : makoto.dawson@gmail.com
25. Vicky Hu : Recent Grad 2021 - 2D Artist : www.linkedin.com
City : Melbourne Email : vickyhu828@gmail.com
26. Sean Turner - Recent Grad 2021 - Animatior : www.seanmjturner.wixsite.com/seanturneranimator
City : Sydney Email : seanturner007@optusnet.com.au
27. Lok Sang Ho - Recent Grad 2021 - FX : www.loksangho.com
City : Sydney Email : loksangho@icloud.com
28. Saif Khan - Recent Grad 2021 3D Animation : www.linkedin.com
City : Sydney Email : Saif.K94@outlook.com
29. Chris Simon : - Recent Grad 2021 :Lighting / Look Dev : www.chrissimon.artstation.com
City : Sydney Email : chrissimon41@gmail.com
30. Jacob Mackay : Freelance NTI Group - Illustration & 2D Animation www.artstation.com
City : Brisbane Email : Sirjakobos@gmail.com
31. George Deligiannidis : Binyan - 3D modeller : www.vimeo.com
City : Sydney Email : geo.deli@yahoo.com
32. Amira Stanbouli : Concept art & Character designer - www.feel-bad.com
City : Sydney Email : bruitaille@gmail.com
33. Andrew Pu - Recent Grad 2021 - 3D Animation : www.andrewpu.net
City : Sydney Email : andrewwenxinpu@gmail.com
34. - Eric Kim : Recent Grad 2021 - FX : www.linkedin.com
City : Sydney Email : ericnjkim@gmail.com
35. Felicity Weston - 3d Animation - www.youtube.com
City : Melbourne Email : lissyweston@optusnet.com.au
36. Aleksandra Korinnaja : Recent Grad 2021 - 2D Art - www.aleksandrakorinnaja.artstation.com
City : Sydney Email : aleksandra.korinnaja@gmail.com
37. Hollie Coleman : 2D / 3D Animation - www.linkedin.com
City : Adelaide Email : holliebellacoleman@gmail.com
38. Rafael De Lima : Recent Grad 2021 - Lighting artist & Compositor : www.vimeo.com
City : Sydney Email : rafael.c.delima@student.uts.edu.au
39. Samantha Alvarez : 2D Animation, Illustration : www.smtavz.com
40. Keeliah Airey : Recent Grad 2021 - 2d & 3d animation : www.linkedin.com
City : Geelong Email : kja74792@gmail.com
41. Caitlyn Charlin : Art department - www.justanormal.com
City : Sydney Email : caitlyncharlin@gmail.com
42. Jack Faulds : Rising Sun Pictures : Paint & Roto Artist, Layout Artist : www.linkedin.com
City : Adelaide Email : jackafaulds@gmail.com
43. Nicholas Centofanti : Rising Sun Pictures : Layout, Tracking and 2D - www.vimeo.com
City : Adelaide Email : nicholas.cento@gmail.com
44. Cameron Griffith : 3D Animation : www.camjgriffith.myportfolio.com
City : Melbourne Email : cjgcky@gmail.com
45. Sam Hill : 2D animator : www.youtube.com
City : Melbourne Email : samuelhill97@gmail.com
46. Sara Hamilton : RMIT Animation, Rigging & Design : hww.linkedin.com/
City : Melbourne Email : sara.hamilton45@gmail.com
47. Raghad Rihan : 2d animator : www.linkedin.com & https://vimeo.com/574714707
City : Melbourne Email : rihanraghad@gmail.com
48. Nina Maskiell : 2D Illustrator : www.ninamaskiell.com
City : Melbourne Email : nina@ninamaskiell.com
49. Sebastian Benn : RSP Teaching Assistant : 3d, FX, Houdini : www.imdb.com
City : Adelaide Email : benn_sebastian@yahoo.com.au
50. Johnson Hak : CDW Studios Recent Grad 2021 2D animatior : www.linkedin.com
City : Adelaide Email : johnsonh2371@gmail.com
51. James Applegate : 3D Animation : www.linkedin.com
City : Sydney Email : apple-gate@hotmail.com
52. Victor Shergill : Cheeky Little : Storyboard Artist : http://www.victorsherg.com
City : Sydney Email : victorsherg@hotmail.com
53. Hamish Kentwell : CDW : Recent Grad 2021 : Concept Art & illustration : www.artstation.com/hambone
City : Adelaide Email : hamishkentwell@gmail.com
54. Jessica Fernandez : Recent Grad 2021 : 2D artist : www.jessicaamyfernandez.com
City : Sydney Email : jamy.fernandez15@gmail.com
55. Remi-Rose Evans : Recent Grad 2021 : 2D Animation : www.linkedin.com
City : Sydney Email : remirose.animation@gmail.com
56. Kim Griffin : Freelance : Character and Prop Design / Layout : www.behance.net
City : Sydney Email : spiffy.sketches@gmail.com
57. Alexander Cruz : CDW - 3D Character Modeller : www.linkedin.com & www.alexander.co
City : Adelaide Email : alexcruz.0311@gmail.com
58. Alexandra Tretiak : 2D animator, illustrator : http://alexandratretiak.com
City : Sydney Email : alexandra.tretiak1@gmail.com
59. Tim Bywater : Freelance - Motion Artist : http://timbywater.com
City : Sydney Email : tim@timbywater.com
60. Renier Compra : 3D Generalist : www.vimeo.com
City : Sydney Email : reniercompra@gmail.com
61. Emily Sharland : 3D Animation, FX, Compositing : www.linkedin.com
City : Adelaide Email : emilysharland2000@hotmail.com
62. Jihee Park : 2D animation : www.heeyan0125.wixsite.com
City : Sydney Email : jiheepark1205@gmail.com
63. Alexandra Preston : Animator & Illustrator : www.linkedin.com
City : Central Coast Email : Alexandra.preston2@gmail.com
64. David Mui : 2D Animation : www.vimeo.com
City : Sydney Email : david.sol.muir@gmail.com
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