BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Visual Effects Society - ECPv6.15.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://vesglobal.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Visual Effects Society REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Tokyo BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0900 TZOFFSETTO:+0900 TZNAME:JST DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Pacific/Auckland BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20240406T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20240928T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Sydney BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20240406T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20241005T160000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Paris BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Kolkata BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0530 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20241208T100000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20241208T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T150114 CREATED:20241120T004010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T183146Z UID:10011051-1733652000-1733691600@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:2nd ANNUAL WORLD VFX DAY DESCRIPTION:JOIN US FROM TOKYO!\n\n\n\n\nThis year we’re running 2 events to celebrate World VFX Day! Expect to see 100+ speakers and 60+ talks across 20+ hours with talks on VFX\, animation\, gaming and immersive.\nJoin us live from Tokyo on Friday 6th and Sunday 8th December\, exclusively on YouTube live stream. Interact with speakers and other attendees via live chat\, ask questions\, win prizes\, and much\, much more!\nWe look forward to seeing you there!\nClick HERE for Event Details! URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/2nd-annual-world-vfx-day/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:Event,Global/Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/WVFXD-332X280.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241208T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241208T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241206T182446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T182446Z UID:10011063-1733666400-1733671800@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES Bay Area Celebrates World VFX Day 2024 in San Francisco DESCRIPTION:VES Bay Area members – come out to mark the 2nd Annual World VFX Day with your colleagues in San Francisco! \nWorld VFX Day commemorates the historic birthday of the originator of film visual effects – Georges Méliès. This day is a call for all of those working in visual effects\, worldwide\, to celebrate and recognize our creations and innovation. \nWe’ll start by meeting up at Red’s Java House on the Embarcadero\, 2pm on Sunday\, December 8th. VES members are treated to a beer or wine\, and a selection of pub food. Red’s Java House is a venerable locale on the City’s East Side\, with remarkable views of the bay and the Bridge. \nRed’s Java House\npier 30\, The Embarcadero S\nSan Francisco\, CA  94105\nhttps://www.redsjavahouse.com/menu\n\n\nWe encourage everyone to then head over to the Delancey Street Screening Room\, just a block away\, for the Warner Bros FYC screening of the animated Lord of the Rings : The War of the Rohirrim\, starting at 4pm. \nPLEASE NOTE – this requires a separate RSVP sign up via the Warner Bros Awards site \nWarner Bros’ “The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim”\n    https://www.wbawards.com/screenings/film/?film=thelordoftherings\nSunday\, December 8 \,  4 PMDelancey Screening Room600 The Embarcadero\, San Francisco\n\nNo RSVP needed for the meetup\, hope to see you there at Red’s! \n  \n  \n  URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-bay-area-celebrates-world-vfx-day-2024-in-san-francisco/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241208T150000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241208T180000 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241119T170159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T163614Z UID:10011048-1733670000-1733680800@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:New Zealand Summer Holiday party DESCRIPTION:Summer’s nearly here! Let’s catch up at the chill Seatoun Bowling Club and make more memories over drinks and a little kai. \nJoin your friends and colleagues for an afternoon of holiday cheer as we celebrate the season in a family friendly event. \nWe’ll be at the Seatoun Bowling Club from 3:00pm\, so drop in\, say hello\, and enjoy a drink and nibbles on us. \nKids welcome! URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/new-zealand-summer-holiday-party/ LOCATION:Seatoun Bowling Club\, 16 Dundas Street\, Seatoun\, Wellington\, 6022\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Event,Party,Pub Night ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/IMG-4589-16x9-1800-001.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241113T000327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241208T081257Z UID:10011039-1733677200-1733691600@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES New York - World VFX Day Celebration 2024! DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the VES New York – World VFX Day Celebration! Join us on Sun\, Dec 08\, 2024 at Crompton Ale House for a night of networking\, celebration\, and fun! The event starts at 5:00 PM and promises to be a blast for all VFX enthusiasts. Come mingle with fellow professionals\, enjoy drinks and snacks\, and celebrate the amazing world of visual effects. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect with others in the industry and celebrate all things VFX! \n \nCrompton Alehouse\n159 W 26th St\, New York\, NY 10001 \nSECURE YOUR TICKETS NOW — THEY ARE GOING FAST!!\nMEMBER TICKETS:  FREE\nVES Members\, please log in to the website to make Member Pricing visible below. \nGENERAL TICKETS:  $20 (plus processing fee)\nNon-Members\, please purchase your tickets HERE. \nRaffle Prize Sponsored by: \nPen Tablet Medium Bundle SE \nXencelabs \n\nTwo Advanced Digital Pens with Pen Case: 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity\, 5080LPI pen resolution and virtually no lag to provide the most ultimate precision and control performance and realistic pen-to-paper feel. The digital pen features two different diameters and number of buttons to adapt to different drawing methods and effects.\nMultiple Compatibility: Our driver is compatible with Linux\, Windows\, and Mac OS and software programs such as but not limited to: Adobe Suite\, Adobe Substance Painter\, Corel\, Autodesk (Maya\, Max & Fusion 360)\, Pixelogic\, Toon Boom\, Foundry (Nuke\, Modo). You can quickly access the settings at the top of the graphic tablet.\n\n \nThank You For Additional Sponsorship by:\nSchool of Visual Arts\n \n \n \n \nMore sponsorship opportunities are available\, please contact us to learn more. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-new-york-worldvfxday-2024/ LOCATION:Crompton Ale House\, Crompton Ale House\, 159 W 26th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Party,Pub Night ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/npalumbo-worldvfxday-eventbrite-v06-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241208T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241208T220000 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241125T170035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T181417Z UID:10011053-1733684400-1733695200@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES Toronto – Pub Night – New Member Welcome & World VFX Day – Dec 8th 2024 @ Ground Control DESCRIPTION:VES Toronto members\, please grab a guest and join us for a special Pub Night on December 8th 2024 at Ground Control to give a warm welcome to our new VES Toronto members and celebrate World VFX Day \nOne drink ticket will be provided courtesy of our Annual Sponsors. \nDoors at 7pm. Ground Control 1279 Queen St W \nWe hope to see you there! Check your email for RSVP link\, or login and access RSVP link at the bottom of this event page.  \n*Note due to limited space\, this event is exclusively for active VES members and their guest. All attendees must be registered on the Eventbrite RSVP link to attend. Thanks! \n  URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-toronto-pub-night-new-member-welcome-world-vfx-day-dec-8th-2024-ground-control/ LOCATION:Ground Control\, 1279 Queen St West\, Toronto\, Ontario CATEGORIES:Pub Night ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/new-members-banner-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T213000 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241129T193348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241129T193348Z UID:10011055-1733941800-1733952600@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES Georgia (Atlanta) Holiday Party DESCRIPTION:IT’S TIME TO CELEBRATE!\nPlease join your fellow VES Georgia members on Wednesday\, December 11th at 24 ATL STUDIOS to celebrate the close of 2024! Spouses and significant others are welcome to attend. There will be food\, drinks\, a few special surprises provided by our friends at Sohonet for our members and of course a great way to network and spend time with your fellow industry peers. Come join us for a pint and cheers to what lies ahead in 2025! URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-georgia-atlanta-holiday-party/ LOCATION:24ATL Studios\, 3440 Oakcliff Rd.\, Doraville\, GA\, 30002\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/VES-Holiday-Party-2024-v2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T230000 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241102T153704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241102T153902Z UID:10011007-1734030000-1734044400@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:XMAS MEGA PARTY - VES MONTREAL DESCRIPTION:Le VES Montréal annuel aura lieu le 12 décembre 2024 au Théâtre Plaza à Montréal. \nPROGRAMME DE LA FÊTE DE NOËL \n19 H – OUVERTURE DES PORTES. \n20 H – Service de nourriture. \n21 H – Discours du président de la section VES Montréal. \net annonce du tirage au sort—————————————————————————— \nObtenez des billets dans la section réservée aux membres et plus d’informations sur eventbride \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Annual VES Montreal is happening the 12th of Dec 2024 at Theater plaza in Montreal. \nXMAS PARTY PROGRAM \n7PM – DOORS OPEN. \n8 PM – Food is served. \n9 PM – Speech from VES Montreal section chair. \nand Raffle announcement—————————————————————————— \nGet tickets in Memberonly section and more info on eventbride URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/xmas-mega-party-ves-montreal/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:Event,Party,Pub Night ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/XmasPArty-FR-EN.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20241213T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20241213T230000 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241115T050751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T051037Z UID:10011046-1734112800-1734130800@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:SYD - End of Year Holiday Mixer 2024 DESCRIPTION:It is time for the VES End of Year Holiday Mixer for 2024! \nVES members and a guest are invited to join us for a festive evening filled with camaraderie\, laughter\, and plenty of cheer. Come have a drink\, unwind and catch up with the Sydney VES community! \nWhere: DOVE & OLIVE\, The Deco Room\, 156 Devonshire St\, Surry Hills NSW 2010 \nWhen: Friday\, 13th December 2024 \nTime: 6:00pm onwards \nAs mentioned plus one’s welcome\, but numbers are limited so don’t hesitate\, RSVP now! \n[Please log-in to view the RSVP details] \nRSVP will close on Tuesday the 10th of December. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/syd-end-of-year-holiday-mixer-2024/ LOCATION:Dove and Olive\, 156 Devonshire St\, Surry Hills\, NSW\, 2010\, Australia CATEGORIES:Party,Pub Night ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Outside-DoveOlive-e1731647201739.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241215T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241215T141500 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241205T232527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T185856Z UID:10011058-1734260400-1734272100@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Screening - BETTER MAN w/ Filmmaker Q&A (Los Angeles) DESCRIPTION:VES Members and Guests are Invited to an Advance Screening of Paramount Pictures’ BETTER MAN Followed by a Q&A with the Filmmakers \nPanel will include Director Michael Gracey and Visual Effects Supervisor Luke Millar\, moderated by VES Technology Committee member Barbara Ford Grant. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.) \n\n\nPlease RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)\nSunday\, December 15\, 2024 at 11:00AM\nHarmony Gold (complimentary parking will be provided)\n7655 W. Sunset Blvd.\, Los Angeles\, CA 90046\nClick here for a map. \n***VES members please register your name in the “Attendee 1″ fields and guests in the subsequent Attendee fields*** \nIn an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19\, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus. \nScreenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come\, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating. \nBy signing up for this on-site\, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society)\, you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore\, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES\, its directors\, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/screening-better-man-w-filmmaker-qa-los-angeles/ LOCATION:Harmony Gold\, 7655 W. Sunset Blvd.\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90046\, United States CATEGORIES:Screening ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lg-better-man.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241215T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241215T141500 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241205T234540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T185753Z UID:10011059-1734260400-1734272100@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Screening - BETTER MAN w/ Filmmaker Q&A (Portland) DESCRIPTION:VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Advance Screening of Paramount Pictures’ BETTER MAN Followed by a Live Interactive Q&A with the Filmmakers\n \nPanel will include Director Michael Gracey and Visual Effects Supervisor Luke Millar\, moderated by VES Technology Committee member Barbara Ford Grant. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.) \nPlease tweet your questions after the screening in order to participate in the Q&A panel (which will take place in Los Angeles) immediately following the screening. (be sure to include the hashtag\, #VESBETTERMAN\, in your tweet.) \nPlease RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)\nSunday\, December 15\, 2024 at 11:00AM\nMcMenamins Kennedy School\n5736 NE 33rd Ave.\, Portland\, OR 97211\nClick here for a map \n***VES members please register your name in the “Attendee 1″ fields and guests in the subsequent Attendee fields*** \nIn an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19\, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus. \nScreenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come\, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating. \nBy signing up for this on-site\, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society)\, you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore\, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES\, its directors\, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/screening-better-man-w-filmmaker-qa-portland/ LOCATION:McMenamins Kennedy School\, 5736 NE 33rd Ave.\, Portland\, OR\, 97211\, United States CATEGORIES:Screening ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lg-better-man.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241215T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241215T141500 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241206T001648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T185641Z UID:10011060-1734260400-1734272100@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Screening - BETTER MAN w/ Filmmaker Q&A (Seattle) DESCRIPTION:VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Advance Screening of Paramount Pictures’ BETTER MAN Followed by a Live Interactive Q&A with the Filmmakers\n \nPanel will include Director Michael Gracey and Visual Effects Supervisor Luke Millar\, moderated by VES Technology Committee member Barbara Ford Grant. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.) \nPlease tweet your questions after the screening in order to participate in the Q&A panel (which will take place in Los Angeles) immediately following the screening. (be sure to include the hashtag\, #VESBETTERMAN\, in your tweet.) \nVES members and their guests must wear masks at all times except when in your seat. Masks may be removed when eating and drinking in your seat only. \nPlease RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)\nSunday\, December 15\, 2024 at 11:00AM\nSIFF Cinema Uptown theater #2\n511 Queen Anne Avenue North\, Seattle\, WA 98122\nClick here for a map \n***VES members please register your name in the “Attendee 1″ fields and guests in the subsequent Attendee fields*** \nIn an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19\, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus. \nScreenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come\, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating. \nBy signing up for this on-site\, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society)\, you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore\, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES\, its directors\, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/screening-better-man-w-filmmaker-qa-seattle/ LOCATION:SIFF Cinema Uptown theater\, 511 Queen Anne Avenue North\, Seattle\, WA\, United States CATEGORIES:Screening ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lg-better-man.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241215T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241215T141500 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241209T223956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T233143Z UID:10011064-1734260400-1734272100@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Screening - BETTER MAN w/ Filmmaker Q&A (Vancouver) DESCRIPTION:VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Advance Screening of Paramount Pictures’ BETTER MAN Followed by a Live Interactive Q&A with the Filmmakers\n \nPanel will include Director Michael Gracey and Visual Effects Supervisor Luke Millar\, moderated by VES Technology Committee member Barbara Ford Grant. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.) \nPlease tweet your questions after the screening in order to participate in the Q&A panel (which will take place in Los Angeles) immediately following the screening. (be sure to include the hashtag\, #VESBETTERMAN\, in your tweet.) \nPlease RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)\nSunday\, December 15\, 2024 at 11:00AM\nScotiabank Theatre Vancouver #3\n900 Burrard St.\, Vancouver\, BC V6Z 3G5\nClick here for a map \n***VES members please register your name in the “Attendee 1″ fields and guests in the subsequent Attendee fields*** \nIn an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19\, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus. \nScreenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come\, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating. \nBy signing up for this on-site\, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society)\, you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore\, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES\, its directors\, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/screening-better-man-w-qa-vancouver/ LOCATION:Scotiabank Theatre Vancouver\, 900 Burrard Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6Z 3G5\, Canada CATEGORIES:Screening ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lg-better-man.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T171500 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241206T002417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T185404Z UID:10011061-1734271200-1734282900@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Screening - BETTER MAN w/ Filmmaker Q&A (Atlanta) DESCRIPTION:VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Advance Screening of Paramount Pictures’ BETTER MAN Followed by a Live Interactive Q&A with the Filmmakers\n \nPanel will include Director Michael Gracey and Visual Effects Supervisor Luke Millar\, moderated by VES Technology Committee member Barbara Ford Grant. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.) \nPlease tweet your questions after the screening in order to participate in the Q&A panel (which will take place in Los Angeles) immediately following the screening. (be sure to include the hashtag\, #VESBETTERMAN\, in your tweet.) \nPlease RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)\nSunday\, December 15\, 2024 at 2:00PM\nAurora Cineplex\, Theater #10\n5100 Commerce Parkway\, Roswell\, GA 30076\nClick here for a map. \n***VES members please register your name in the “Attendee 1″ fields and guests in the subsequent Attendee fields*** \nIn an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19\, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus. \nScreenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come\, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating. \nBy signing up for this on-site\, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society)\, you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore\, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES\, its directors\, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/screening-better-man-w-filmmaker-qa-atlanta/ LOCATION:Aurora Cineplex\, 5100 Commerce Parkway\, Roswell\, GA\, 30076\, United States CATEGORIES:Screening ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lg-better-man.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T171500 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241209T232359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T185308Z UID:10011065-1734271200-1734282900@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Screening - BETTER MAN w/ Filmmaker Q&A (Toronto) DESCRIPTION:VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Advance Screening of Paramount Pictures’ BETTER MAN Followed by a Live Interactive Q&A with the Filmmakers\n \nVES Members must login to RSVP at the bottom of the page\n \nPanel will include Director Michael Gracey and Visual Effects Supervisor Luke Millar\, moderated by VES Technology Committee member Barbara Ford Grant. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.) \nPlease tweet your questions after the screening in order to participate in the Q&A panel (which will take place in Los Angeles) immediately following the screening. (be sure to include the hashtag\, #VESBETTERMAN\, in your tweet.) \nSunday\, December 15\, 2024 at 2:00PM (Please arrive after 1:00AM to allow time for check-in)\nCineplex Scotiabank Theatre Toronto\n259 Richmond Street West\, Toronto\, ON\, M5V 3M6\nClick here for a map \nIn an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19\, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus. \nScreenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come\, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating. \nBy signing up for this on-site\, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society)\, you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore\, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES\, its directors\, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/screening-better-man-w-filmmaker-qa-toronto/ LOCATION:Cineplex Scotiabank Theatre Toronto\, 259 Richmond Street West\, Toronto\, ON\, M5V 3M6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Screening ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lg-better-man.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T171500 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241211T235742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T000438Z UID:10011066-1734271200-1734282900@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Screening - BETTER MAN w/ Filmmaker Q&A (Montreal) DESCRIPTION:VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Advance Screening of Paramount Pictures’ BETTER MAN Followed by a Live Interactive Q&A with the Filmmakers\n \nPanel will include Director Michael Gracey and Visual Effects Supervisor Luke Millar\, moderated by VES Technology Committee member Barbara Ford Grant. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.) \nPlease tweet your questions after the screening in order to participate in the Q&A panel (which will take place in Los Angeles) immediately following the screening. (be sure to include the hashtag\, #VESBETTERMAN\, in your tweet.) \nPlease RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)\nSunday\, December 15\, 2024 at 2:00PM\nCinéma Banque Scotia Montréal #10\n977 Ste. Catherine St. W. Montréal\, QC H3B 4W3\nClick here for a map \n***VES members please register your name in the “Attendee 1″ fields and guests in the subsequent Attendee fields*** \nIn an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19\, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus. \nScreenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come\, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating. \nBy signing up for this on-site\, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society)\, you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore\, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES\, its directors\, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/screening-better-man-w-filmmaker-qa-montreal/ LOCATION:Cinéma Banque Scotia Montréal\, 977 Ste. Catherine St. W.\, Montreal\, QC\, H3B 4W3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Screening ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lg-better-man.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20241215T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20241215T231500 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241206T003708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T184924Z UID:10011062-1734292800-1734304500@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Screening - BETTER MAN w/ Filmmaker Q&A (Paris) DESCRIPTION:VES Members and Guests are invited to an Advance Screening of Paramount Pictures’ BETTER MAN Followed by a Live Interactive Q&A with the Filmmakers\n \nPanel will include Director Michael Gracey and Visual Effects Supervisor Luke Millar\, moderated by VES Technology Committee member Barbara Ford Grant. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.) \nPlease tweet your questions after the screening in order to participate in the Q&A panel (which will take place in Los Angeles) immediately following the screening. (be sure to include the hashtag\, #VESBETTERMAN\, in your tweet.) \nPlease RSVP below (VES members must login to sign up)\nSunday\, December 15\, 2024 at 8:00PM\nPathé Palace\n2 Boulevard des Capucines\, 75009 Paris\n(Nearest Metro station\, Opéra)\nClick here for a map. \n***VES members please register your name in the “Attendee 1″ fields and guests in the subsequent Attendee fields*** \nIn an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19\, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus. \nScreenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come\, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating. \nBy signing up for this on-site\, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society)\, you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore\, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES\, its directors\, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/screening-better-man-w-filmmaker-qa-paris/ LOCATION:Pathé Palace\, 2 Boulevard des Capucines\, Paris\, 75009\, France ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lg-better-man.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241218T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241218T120000 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241202T171620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T172322Z UID:10011056-1734519600-1734523200@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:2024 VES Annual Membership Meeting - Early (Online) DESCRIPTION:Your Voice\, Your Community: Join Us for the 2024 VES Annual Membership Meeting! \nThis is your chance to connect\, reflect\, and shape the future with the global VES family. Together\, we’ve achieved so much this year – let’s celebrate those milestones and gear up for what’s next! \nHere’s why this is a can’t-miss event: \n1. Build Connections That Matter: Meet and network with VES members from around the world. Share experiences\, celebrate successes\, and deepen your ties to this extraordinary community. \n2️. Celebrate What We’ve Built Together: Take pride in the progress we’ve made in 2024. Hear about groundbreaking initiatives and how your support and participation have fueled our collective success. \n3️. Be Heard by VES Leadership: Engage directly with the Board Chair\, Executive Committee\, and Executive Director. This is your chance to ask questions\, share ideas\, and gain insight into the Society’s vision. \n4️. Get a Front Row Seat to 2025 Plans: Be the first to hear about exciting new programs\, opportunities\, and the ambitious path we’re forging for the year ahead. \nThis isn’t just a meeting – it’s a celebration of you\, our members\, and the incredible journey we’ve shared. Your voice and participation are the heart of our thriving community. \nMark your calendar! If this time doesn’t fit your schedule\, then choose the other session that works for you: \nWednesday\, December 18 at 11:00AM (PST)\, 1:00PM (CST)\, 2:00PM (EST)\, 7:00PM (GMT)\, 8:00PM (CET)\, which is Thursday\, December 19 at 12:30AM (IST)\, 6:00AM (AEDT)\, 8:00AM (NZDT) (VES members must login to RSVP and see the link.) \nLet’s close out 2024 together and set our sights on reaching new heights in 2025! URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/2024-ves-annual-membership-meeting-early/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:Global/Online,Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Membership-Collage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241218T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241218T180000 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241202T172140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T172252Z UID:10011057-1734541200-1734544800@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:2024 VES Annual Membership Meeting - Later (Online) DESCRIPTION:Your Voice\, Your Community: Join Us for the 2024 VES Annual Membership Meeting! \nThis is your chance to connect\, reflect\, and shape the future with the global VES family. Together\, we’ve achieved so much this year – let’s celebrate those milestones and gear up for what’s next! \nHere’s why this is a can’t-miss event: \n1. Build Connections That Matter: Meet and network with VES members from around the world. Share experiences\, celebrate successes\, and deepen your ties to this extraordinary community. \n2️. Celebrate What We’ve Built Together: Take pride in the progress we’ve made in 2024. Hear about groundbreaking initiatives and how your support and participation have fueled our collective success. \n3️. Be Heard by VES Leadership: Engage directly with the Board Chair\, Executive Committee\, and Executive Director. This is your chance to ask questions\, share ideas\, and gain insight into the Society’s vision. \n4️. Get a Front Row Seat to 2025 Plans: Be the first to hear about exciting new programs\, opportunities\, and the ambitious path we’re forging for the year ahead. \nThis isn’t just a meeting – it’s a celebration of you\, our members\, and the incredible journey we’ve shared. Your voice and participation are the heart of our thriving community. \nMark your calendar! If this time doesn’t fit your schedule\, then choose the other session that works for you: \nWednesday\, December 18 at 5:00PM (PST)\, 7:00PM (CST)\, 8:00PM (EST)\, which is Thursday\, December 19 at 6:30AM (IST)\, 12:00PM (AEDT)\, 2:00PM (NZDT) (VES members must login to RSVP and see the link.) \nLet’s close out 2024 together and set our sights on reaching new heights in 2025! URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/2024-ves-annual-membership-meeting-later/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:Global/Online,Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Membership-Collage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20241221T190000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20241221T205800 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241212T025900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T025904Z UID:10011070-1734807600-1734814680@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Screening - MUFASA: THE LION KING (Mumbai) DESCRIPTION:VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ MUFASA: THE LION KING\n \nPlease RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)\nSaturday\, December 21\, 2024 at 7:00PM\nFamous Studios Ltd.\nFamous Cine Building\, 20\, Dr .E. Moses Road\, Mahalaxmi\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra 400011\nClick here for a map \n***VES members please register your name in the “Attendee 1″ fields and guests in the subsequent Attendee fields*** \nIn an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19\, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus. \nScreenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come\, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating. \nBy signing up for this on-site\, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society)\, you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore\, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES\, its directors\, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/screening-mufasa-the-lion-king-mumbai/ LOCATION:Famous Studios Ltd.\, Famous Cine Building\, 20\,Dr .E.Moses Road\, Mahalaxmi\, Mumbai\, Maharashtra\, 400011\, India CATEGORIES:Screening ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lg-mufasa-the-lion-king.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241222T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241222T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241212T021622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T020906Z UID:10011067-1734865200-1734876000@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Screening - MUFASA: THE LION KING w/ Director Q&A (Los Angeles) DESCRIPTION:VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ MUFASA: THE LION KING Followed by a Q&A with the Filmmakers\n \nPanel will include Academy Award- and BAFTA-winning Director Barry Jenkins\, VES Award-\, Oscar- and BAFTA-winning Visual Effects Supervisor Adam Valdez\, Virtual Production Supervisor Ryan Champney and VES Award nominated Animation Supervisor Dan Fotheringham\, moderated by VES Fellow and former Board member Gene Kozicki\, VES. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.) \nPlease RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)\nSunday\, December 22\, 2024 at 11:00AM (RSVPs close at 12:00PM on Friday\, December 20)\nFrank G. Wells Theater on the Walt Disney Studios lot\n(Please enter through the Alameda Gate East of Buena Vista)\n500 S. Buena Vista St.\, Burbank\, CA 91451 \n***VES members please register your name in the “Attendee 1″ fields and guests in the subsequent Attendee fields*** \nIn an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19\, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus. \nScreenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come\, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating. \nBy signing up for this on-site\, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society)\, you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore\, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES\, its directors\, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/screening-mufasa-the-lion-king-w-director-qa-los-angeles/ LOCATION:Walt Disney Studios\, 500 S Buena Vista Street\, Burbank\, CA\, 91521\, United States CATEGORIES:Screening ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lg-mufasa-the-lion-king.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241222T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241222T141500 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241213T173916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T205825Z UID:10011072-1734865200-1734876900@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Screening - MUFASA: THE LION KING w/ Director Q&A (Vancouver) DESCRIPTION:VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ MUFASA: THE LION KING Followed by a Live Interactive Q&A with the Filmmakers\n \nPanel will include Academy Award- and BAFTA-winning Director Barry Jenkins\, VES Award-\, Oscar- and BAFTA-winning Visual Effects Supervisor Adam Valdez\, Virtual Production Supervisor Ryan Champney and VES Award nominated Animation Supervisor Dan Fotheringham\, moderated by VES Fellow and former Board member Gene Kozicki\, VES. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.) \nPlease tweet your questions after the screening in order to participate in the Q&A panel (which will take place in Los Angeles) immediately following the screening. (be sure to include the hashtag\, #VESMUFASA\, in your tweet.) \nPlease RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)\nSunday\, December 22\, 2024 at 11:00AM (There is a $4.75 parking fee per car)\nCapilano University Bosa Centre Theater\n2055 Purcell Way (entrance #2 off Skeena Road)\, North Vancouver\, BC\, V7J 3H5 \nPark in lot #2 or #3 at the North end of the campus. Arrive early for the screening to allow time to walk to the theater. The theater doors will lock after the screening starts as per University security so don’t be late! \n***VES members please register your name in the “Attendee 1″ fields and guests in the subsequent Attendee fields*** \nIn an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19\, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus. \nScreenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come\, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating. \nBy signing up for this on-site\, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society)\, you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore\, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES\, its directors\, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/screening-mufasa-the-lion-king-w-director-qa-vancouver/ LOCATION:Capilano University’s Bosa Center Theater\, 2055 Purcell Way\,\, North Vancouver\, BC\, V7J 3H5\, Canada CATEGORIES:Screening ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lg-mufasa-the-lion-king.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241212T023913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T210037Z UID:10011068-1734876000-1734886800@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Screening - MUFASA: THE LION KING w/ Director Q&A (New York) DESCRIPTION:VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ MUFASA: THE LION KING Followed by a Live Interactive Q&A with the Filmmakers\n \nPanel will include Academy Award- and BAFTA-winning Director Barry Jenkins\, VES Award-\, Oscar- and BAFTA-winning Visual Effects Supervisor Adam Valdez\, Virtual Production Supervisor Ryan Champney and VES Award nominated Animation Supervisor Dan Fotheringham\, moderated by VES Fellow and former Board member Gene Kozicki\, VES. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.) \nPlease tweet your questions after the screening in order to participate in the Q&A panel (which will take place in Los Angeles) immediately following the screening. (be sure to include the hashtag\, #VESMUFASA\, in your tweet.) \nPlease RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)\nSunday\, December 22\, 2024 at 2:00PM\nPark Avenue Screening Room\n500 Park Ave.\, Lobby Level (at the corner of 59th St.) New York\, NY 10022\nClick here for a map \n***VES members please register your name in the “Attendee 1″ fields and guests in the subsequent Attendee fields*** \nIn an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19\, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus. \nScreenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come\, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating. \nBy signing up for this on-site\, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society)\, you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore\, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES\, its directors\, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/screening-mufasa-the-lion-king-w-director-qa-new-york/ LOCATION:Park Avenue Screening Room\, 500 Park Ave.\, New York\, NY\, 10022\, United States CATEGORIES:Screening ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lg-mufasa-the-lion-king.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241212T024411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T205936Z UID:10011069-1734876000-1734886800@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Screening - MUFASA: THE LION KING w/ Director Q&A (Atlanta) DESCRIPTION:VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ MUFASA: THE LION KING Followed by a Live Interactive Q&A with the Filmmakers\n \nPanel will include Academy Award- and BAFTA-winning Director Barry Jenkins\, VES Award-\, Oscar- and BAFTA-winning Visual Effects Supervisor Adam Valdez\, Virtual Production Supervisor Ryan Champney and VES Award nominated Animation Supervisor Dan Fotheringham\, moderated by VES Fellow and former Board member Gene Kozicki\, VES. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.) \nPlease tweet your questions after the screening in order to participate in the Q&A panel (which will take place in Los Angeles) immediately following the screening. (be sure to include the hashtag\, #VESMUFASA\, in your tweet.) \nPlease RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)\nSunday\, December 22\, 2024 at 2:00PM\nAurora Cineplex\, Theater #10\n5100 Commerce Parkway\, Roswell\, GA 30076\nClick here for a map. \n***VES members please register your name in the “Attendee 1″ fields and guests in the subsequent Attendee fields*** \nIn an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19\, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus. \nScreenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come\, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating. \nBy signing up for this on-site\, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society)\, you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore\, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES\, its directors\, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/screening-mufasa-the-lion-king-w-director-qa-atlanta/ LOCATION:Aurora Cineplex\, 5100 Commerce Parkway\, Roswell\, GA\, 30076\, United States CATEGORIES:Screening ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lg-mufasa-the-lion-king.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241222T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241222T165800 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241215T005346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241215T005347Z UID:10011073-1734879600-1734886680@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Screening - MUFASA: THE LION KING (Los Angeles) DESCRIPTION:VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ MUFASA: THE LION KING \nPlease RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)\nSunday\, December 22\, 2024 at 3:00PM (RSVPs close at 12:00PM on Friday\, December 20)\nFrank G. Wells Theater on the Walt Disney Studios lot\n(Please enter through the Alameda Gate East of Buena Vista)\n500 S. Buena Vista St.\, Burbank\, CA 91451 \n***VES members please register your name in the “Attendee 1″ fields and guests in the subsequent Attendee fields*** \nIn an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19\, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus. \nScreenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come\, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating. \nBy signing up for this on-site\, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society)\, you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore\, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES\, its directors\, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/screening-mufasa-the-lion-king-los-angeles/ LOCATION:Walt Disney Studios\, 500 S Buena Vista Street\, Burbank\, CA\, 91521\, United States CATEGORIES:Screening ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lg-mufasa-the-lion-king.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241222T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241222T221500 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241212T213248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T224228Z UID:10011071-1734894000-1734905700@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Screening - MUFASA: THE LION KING w/ Director Q&A (London) DESCRIPTION:VES Members and Their Guests are Invited to an Opening Weekend 3D Screening of Walt Disney Pictures’ MUFASA: THE LION KING Followed by a Live Interactive Q&A with the Filmmakers\n \nPanel will include Academy Award- and BAFTA-winning Director Barry Jenkins\, VES Award-\, Oscar- and BAFTA-winning Visual Effects Supervisor Adam Valdez\, Virtual Production Supervisor Ryan Champney and VES Award nominated Animation Supervisor Dan Fotheringham\, moderated by VES Fellow and former Board member Gene Kozicki\, VES. (All panelists’ participation based on availability.) \nPlease tweet your questions after the screening in order to participate in the Q&A panel (which will take place in Los Angeles) immediately following the screening. (be sure to include the hashtag\, #VESMUFASA\, in your tweet.) \nPlease RSVP below (VES members must login to RSVP)\nSunday\, December 22\, 2024 at 7:00PM\nWalt Disney Studios Motion Pictures UK\n3 Queen Caroline Street\, London W6 9PE\n(Closest tube station\, Hammersmith) \n***VES members please register your name in the “Attendee 1″ fields and guests in the subsequent Attendee fields*** \nIn an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19\, we ask that you or your guests do not attend VES events if you are experiencing any symptoms or if you have been exposed to the virus. \nScreenings are overbooked to compensate for no-shows. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come\, first served basis. An RSVP does not guarantee seating. \nBy signing up for this on-site\, in-person screening/event sponsored by VES (Visual Effects Society)\, you willingly accept any potential inherent risks associated with COVID-19. VES cannot be held liable from any consequences that may transpire from said risk. Therefore\, signing up for this screening/event infers implied consent of yourself and your party and hereby indemnifies and holds harmless VES\, its directors\, its employees and any other affiliated persons from any adverse medical or financial impact that may result from our participation. URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/screening-mufasa-the-lion-king-w-director-qa-london/ LOCATION:Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures UK\, 3 Queen Caroline Street\, London\, W6 9PE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Screening ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lg-mufasa-the-lion-king.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250111T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250111T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20240913T204058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T215553Z UID:10010953-1736586000-1736614800@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Save the Date! Global Nomination Event DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE: Starting at 9:00 AM Saturday\, January 11in your local time zone \nThis event lasts 30 global hours starting in Wellington and ending the next day in Los Angeles! \nWe will be opening in-person and virtual judge applications Monday\, October 14th PDT \n  URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/save-the-date-global-nomination-event/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:Event,Global/Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/23rd-Annual-VES-Logo-solid-white-1x1-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="VES HQ":MAILTO:info@vesglobal.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250115T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250115T120000 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20250109T003659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T003700Z UID:10011078-1736938800-1736942400@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Webinar - Behind the VFX of Prime Video's FALLOUT (Online) DESCRIPTION: URL:https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VaSHX_PBQIGsk9sAhOHdgA LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:Event,Global/Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/AWRD-24-MagPrint-COMBO-Variety-Nov20-GatefoldOffCvr1-PanelA-Fall-FYC-Ph1-CMYK-f-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250115T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250115T230000 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241217T182932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T104239Z UID:10011075-1736967600-1736982000@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES NEW YEAR'S PARTY !! DESCRIPTION:London VES Members !!!\nAs we bid farewell to an amazing year\, it’s time to come together and kick off 2025 in style! VES London is excited to invite you to our \nNew Year’s Party!\nA night of celebration\, connection\, and fun!\nJoin us for an unforgettable evening filled with great company\, delicious food\, drinks\, music\, and a look ahead to another fantastic year of innovation in the world of visual effects.\nIt’s the perfect opportunity to unwind and celebrate all that we’ve accomplished together! \nJAN 15TH 2025\nMr Fogg’s City Tavern – 37 Broadgate Circle\nLondon\, ENG EC2M 2QS\nNearest tube station: Liverpool Street \nPlease register below ! URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-new-years-party/ LOCATION:Mr Fogg’s City Tavern – 37 Broadgate Circle London\, ENG EC2M 2QS\, Mr Fogg’s City Tavern - 37 Broadgate Circle London\, ENG EC2M 2QS\, London\, London\, EC2M 2QS\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Party,Pub Night ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/christmaspartyfinalsmall.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T230000 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20250108T023235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T040312Z UID:10011077-1737054000-1737068400@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:VES Toronto – BEHIND THE VFX Round 2\, feat. Ian Failes – January 16th DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Special Edition of “Behind The VFX” sponsored by Amazon Prime. We’ll explore some favorite sequences from The Boys produced by local Toronto VFX facilities\, with special guest Ian Failes of befores & afters magazine. \nVES TORONTO – BEHIND THE VFX Round 2 feat. Ian Failes\nThursday January 16th at 7:00pm @ Ground Control\, 1279 Queen West\nThis event will feature BTS presentations followed by a lively panel discussion. Panelists include: \n\nTristan Zerafa \, VFX Supervisor – Pixomondo Toronto\nCraig Calvert \, VFX Supervisor – MPC Toronto\nPeter Giliberti \, Head of Animation – SPIN VFX\nHudson Kenny \, Special Effects Supervisor – Dynamic Effects\nModerated by Ian Failes\, Editor-in-chief – befores & afters\n\nTickets are free for this event. Advanced registration required\, no tickets available at the door. Open to the Toronto VFX Community. VES Members login and see promo code at the bottom of this page. \nRSVP HERE\n\nThis an awards season event sponsored by Amazon Prime\n**Guests must have their information in the guest ticket\, we do not accept duplicate names to hold spots** \nPlease have your QR Evite ticket on your phone or printed for quick check-in. Tickets must be purchased through Eventbrite\, they will not be available at the door. \nThis event is intended for VES members\, sponsors\, their guests and members of the VFX community. We reserve the right to remove your ticket and refuse entry if you don’t meet the above rules. \nPlease cancel your booking if you don’t feel you can make it to the event to open a spot for someone else. Thanks! \n \n  URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/ves-toronto-behind-the-vfx-round-2-feat-ian-failes-january-16th/ LOCATION:Ground Control\, 1279 Queen St West\, Toronto\, Ontario CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/poster-v05.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250122T184500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250122T213000 DTSTAMP:20260407T150115 CREATED:20241215T201326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T105235Z UID:10011074-1737571500-1737581400@vesglobal.org SUMMARY:Demystifyng Immersive DESCRIPTION:VES London is thrilled to invite you to this exciting event on Immersive !\nImmersive is the concept of the moment. This two-part presentation by Cinesite will open with Executive Director\, XR\, Adipat Virdi demystifying what we mean by immersive and how immersive technology\, strategy and design are shaping the future of storytelling. \nFollowing this\, Head of CG Andrew McNamara will present the making of Cinesite’s award-winning work for Immersive art gallery Frameless\, and the short film Forsaken\, screening now at Outernet. \nVES Members please register below ! URL:https://vesglobal.org/event/demystifyng-immersive/ LOCATION:Cinesite – 10 Little Portland st. – London W1W7JG\, 10 Little Portland st. London W1W7JG CATEGORIES:Educational,Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vesglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/VES-immersive-event-icon.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="London":MAILTO:info@ves.london END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR