The board of directors of Avid Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVID) today announced that David Krall will step down from his positions as President, Chief Executive Officer, and board member of the company, at the end of July. Nancy Hawthorne, current board member and former chairman, will serve as the company's interim CEO as the board begins an immediate search for a new CEO. Krall will be available as a consultant to the company during the transition period.... »
Cineric, Inc., the New York postproduction facility that has pioneered entire 4K digital film restorations on such classic films as DR. STRANGELOVE and CAROUSEL, has completed its facility expansion here in Manhattan. ... »
Cake Editorial, the leading editorial/post boutique founded by President/Executive Producer Tatiana Derovanessian specializing in advertising, multimedia, television/feature films and music video, has launched Pi ¬ a new visual effects, graphic design and 2D/3D animation division led by Creative Director Josh Kirschenbaum. ... »
After much anticipation, Prime Focus London – the new post production company formed as a result of the merger between Clear, The Hive and VTR – today officially opens its doors to the international commercials, broadcast, music video and film industries.... »
Digieffects LLC, a developer of popular software plug-ins for Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Apple Final Cut Pro, announced today the purchase of Buena Software from Toolfarm, further adding to its arsenal of tools for creative professionals.... »
LaserPacific Media Corporation, a subsidiary of the
Eastman Kodak Company, has announced that Larson Studios, also based in
Hollywood, will operate a second Larson facility at LaserPacific's Seward
Street location. Larson Studios will offer sound services for LaserPacific
clients and others.... »
Universal Pictures and Sohonet, the first and
largest high bandwidth connector for the global entertainment industry,
announced today that the film studio has tapped Sohonet's global network for
collaboration on its international marketing, production and distribution
needs.
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Chomet, Inc. has significantly expanded its 3D graphics department with the signing of Optic Flavor Studio and its VFX team which will work exclusively with Chomet in the United States.
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Creative Bubble recently announced the launch of a full-service production division to be headed by new hire Paul Iannacchino, Jr., who will serve as Director/Creative Director focusing on live action. ... »
The new Sony F23 CineAlta Camera is being offered for sale by Sony and through its CineAlta Premiere reseller, Band Pro Film & Digital.
Band Pro is a leading supplier of high-end production technology to the digital television and motion picture market.
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FilmLight, a leading provider of digital film and video technology, has opened a sales and support office in Singapore, expanding its commitment to the region. ... »
Industry veteran Steve Johnson has opened Socket Films, a new commercial production company based in New York, Santa Monica and Dallas. Socket Films' directorial roster includes an incredibly diverse line-up of talents including: Directors Buddy Cone, Bobby Sheehan and Alexander von David. The company has also added Director Michael Grasso, as well as Director Shaun Conrad - both formerly of Snug.... »
Warner Bros. Pictures and Animal Logic, one of the world’s most highly respected digital production companies, have signed a deal to develop animated feature films,... »
SmartSound Software, Inc., the leading provider of music and scoring technology for film and video professionals, today announced that it has entered into an agreement with Sony Creative Software to license SmartSound's patented automated music scoring processes for use in Sony Creative Software's Cinescore soundtrack creation product line.... »
FFAKE, a new production and animation production company, has been opened by industry leader Paul Golden. The FFAKE talent roster includes such well-known animation directors as Carl Willat, Nicholas Weigel and the Maverix Art Collective, which includes Ed Bell, Robert Valley, Tom Rubalcava and Charlie Canfield.... »
