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SUMMARY:An Evening With... Electric Theatre Collective!
DESCRIPTION:Taste Over Tools – What still makes a VFX Artist valuable in 2026\nAt a time when AI and emerging technology are reshaping the creative landscape. Kyle Cody (Creative Director from ETC) and Chris Connolly (Executive Producer from ETC) will lead a conversation about why taste\, craft\, storytelling\, problem-solving\, and human judgment remain the true differentiators in visual effects. The talk will look at how ETC approaches new tools without losing sight of fundamentals\, and how artists can stay relevant by combining technical curiosity with cinematic instinct\, collaboration\, and a deep understanding of what makes an image feel believable\, emotional\, and worth watching. \nAn Evening With…\nVES NY continues their new series\, a dedicated forum for the region’s premier VFX vendors to showcase groundbreaking work and novel techniques. The goal is to share knowledge\, inspire great work\, and connect VES members\, students and graduates with great companies. \nThis event is open to VES members and the SVA community and their guests. One guest per VES / SVA member. Please note that an RSVP does not guarantee a seat\, we will overbook the event to account for no-shows and seats will be on a first come first served basis. Please arrive prior to 7pm. \nPresenters:\nKyle Cody\nKyle Cody is an award-winning Creative Director at Electric Theatre Collective\, leading the studio’s creative expansion into New York and across the U.S. With over 15 years in visual storytelling\, Kyle is known for blending cinematic craft with groundbreaking visual effects for brands like Nike\, Coca-Cola\, Google\, Samsung\, OREO\, and Bud Light. \nFormerly Head of 2D and VFX Supervisor at The Mill New York\, and Creative Director at Harbor\, he has collaborated with some of the world’s most visionary directors and delivered Super Bowl spots\, global brand campaigns\, and character-driven CG work recognized with Cannes Lions\, D&AD\, Clio\, VES\, and AICE awards. \nChris Connolly\nAs Executive Producer at Electric Theatre Collective’s New York studio\, Chris Connolly has partnered with leading directors and agencies to deliver award-winning visual effects for some of the world’s most recognized brands. With 13 years of experience across advertising and film\, he has helped shape campaigns for Microsoft\, Mercedes Benz\, Samsung\, and Budweiser.\n‍\nOriginally from the UK\, Chris studied Film Studies at Nottingham University before relocating to New York in 2014. Since then\, he has collaborated with acclaimed directors including Shawn Levy\, Tom Hooper\, and Derek Cianfrance\, producing visually ambitious work that has garnered industry recognition. His projects have been honored with Cannes Lions\, Clios\, AICP\, VES\, AEAF\, Kinsale Shark\, and Webby Awards. \nElectric Theatre Collective\nElectric Theatre Collective is home to some of the industry’s most formidable artists: collaborators of legendary directors\, agencies and brands worldwide. \nOur passion for craft has seen us bring ambitious projects to life across commercials\, music videos\, TV and film. We’re proud claimants of numerous accolades\, recently adding a D&AD black pencil\, four VES honours\, and several Company of the Year awards to our collection. \nWidely regarded as one of the best moving image and design studios in the world\, we continue to be at the forefront of innovative creativity on a global scale. \nClick here to RSVP\n\nThis event is open to VES members and the SVA community and their guests. Please note that since space is limited\, an RSVP does not guarantee a seat. We will overbook the event to account for no-shows and seats will be on a first come first served basis. Please arrive prior to 7pm.  \n📍 Location: SVA Grad Center | 132 W 21st Street\, New York\n📅 Date: May 18th\n⏰ Time: 6:45pm – 9pm \n#VESNY #AnEveningWith #VFXNewYork #ETC #VisualEffects #SVA
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LOCATION:132 West 21st St\, 132 West 21st St\, New York\, NY\, 10011\, United States
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