Jason Smith, the senior visual effects supervisor on The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, joins the podcast to discuss his award-winning career in visual effects. With nearly 25 years at Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), Jason’s achievements include an Oscar nomination and a Sci-Tech Award from the Academy for his groundbreaking work on Blockparty, a rigging tool used to bring countless creatures to life. He shares how his fascination with creatures and his dedication to mastering both the technical and artistic aspects of VFX have driven his remarkable career.
The conversation highlights Jason’s contributions to The Rings of Power, where he led the creation of photoreal creatures and solved unique challenges like scale and world-building. He also reflects on his work on iconic projects such as Transformers, Avengers, and Bumblebee, emphasizing the importance of blending practical and digital effects. Jason offers valuable insights into the evolving VFX industry, discussing collaboration, innovation, and the future of visual effects. This episode is a deep dive into the art and science of VFX from one of the industry’s most accomplished artists.
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