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Unveiling the Entertainment IndustryEpisode 13: "BilaIi Mack" - a network television VFX artist/supervisorThis week we dive into an expansive conversation with guest, Bilali Mack, a network television VFX artist/supervisor. Covering topics of what a VFX artist is and the realities of this ever expanding field in the entertainment industry, we get a first-hand account of what a typical day in the industry life of a professional VFX artist is like and the best way to achieve a successful career in it!2024-09-1950 min
The Allan McKay Podcast359 -- VFX Supervisor Bilali Mack - Alkemy XBilali Mack is a VFX Supervisor Based in NYC. Born in Accra, Ghana and based in Brooklyn, Bilali has spent the better part of the last decade honing his craft at visual effects at studios such as Brickyard VFX, Smoke and Mirrors, MPC and Alkemy X. Bilali has supervised and executed on visual effects for commercials, tv and film for a number of high profile clients such as Adidas, Google, BMW, Starz, HBO, and Focus Features; as well as working with notable directors such as Dave Myers, The Russo Brothers, Lance Acord, and Thomas Bezucha. In his...2022-07-121h 03
Legends Of VFXDiversity In VFX with Emmy Award Winning VFX Sup Leslie Chung and Garius MediaThis episode we had the pleasure of having an open conversation with Emmy Award Winning VFX Supervisor Leslie Chung and the folks at Garius Media about the complex and often times overwhelming topic of diversity. Where are we now as an industry and what steps can we take to get where we want to be. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/legendsofvfx/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/legendsofvfx/support2022-05-141h 02
Legends Of VFXVico Sharabani: Building A Creative Company, NFTs, and The Future of our Digital Landscape.On this episode of Legends of VFX we have Vico Sharabani is the Founder and Executive Creative Director of multi-award-winning creative studio The-Artery.We talk about building a creative company, NFTs, and The Future of our Digital Landscape. Vico is one of the most notable Flame artists in the world, and winner of the first ever Autodesk Flame-Award recognizing his vast contributions to the visual effects industry over the past 25 years.Vico’s portfolio includes a wide range of commercials for fortune 500 companies such as Mercedes-Benz, Nike, and AT&T, music-videos for Beyoncé, Coldplay, Niki Min...2022-04-2240 min
Legends Of VFXClient Sessions: Chris Klein TBWA Part 2On this episode of Legends of VFX we have Chris Klein an Executive Producer at TBWA\Chiat\Day New York. Hailing from Rockville New York Chris has worked on projects with clients such as Jose Cuervo, Fage, Nissan, and Puma.Chris is one of my favorite clients that I've worked with and our hope for this episode is for listeners to get an inside scoop on what it takes to make or break a great client relationship.We hope you enjoy this intimate, revealing, and often times hilarious finish to this two part episode....2022-01-1525 min
Culture in the CraftCXC Cares | Black Creatives SZN - Vol 2 - Bonus EpisodeCulture in the Craft podcast. Making #createch spaces, diverse places.
This episode was recorded in the summer of 2020, amidst all the turmoil of the pandemic and another life lost leading to mass uprisings around the world in solidarity. Nearly a year later this conversation is still relevant so please be mindful of the rawness of the audio and the topics covered. They are genuine, they are powerful and they are the voices of the future of the industry - take note!
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Connect on all socials...2021-03-0130 minCulture in the CraftCXC Cares | Black Creatives SZN - Vol 2Culture In the Craft podcast. Making #createch spaces, diverse places.
This episode was recorded in the summer of 2020, amidst all the turmoil of the pandemic and another life lost leading to mass uprisings around the world in solidarity. Nearly a year later this conversation is still relevant so please be mindful of the rawness of the audio and the topics covered. They are genuine, they are powerful and they are the voices of the future of the industry - take note!
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Connect on all socials...2021-02-2226 min
Legends Of VFXThe Post Post Podcast with David Gidali: From Flame Artist to VFX SupervisorDavid Gidali is an LA-based feature-film director and visual effects supervisor that I had the pleasure of talking to this year. In this episode we discussed my origins as a Flame artist, and how that experience prepared me for my role as a Visual Effects Supervisor. What is important to him in his relationship with clients.We also spoke about working on socially charged narrative projects, and the diversification of stories in popular culture.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/legendsofvfx/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/legendsofvfx/support2021-02-121h 48
The Post Post PodcastEp-31: NY based VFX supervisor, podcast host and director Bilali MackShow notes and description on this episode's official website page at:
www.thepostpostpodcast.com/post/ep-31
Video version of this episode is available at:
https://youtu.be/aSHyEIT_hUs
Cover image credit: John Shafto
Opening and closing song: "14 Days" by Akın Sevgör.2021-02-091h 48
Legends Of VFXCG Garage with Chris Nichols: Commercials, TV, and Film VFXNew Year New Podcast!Check out this new episode of CG Garage. I had a blast chatting with Chris about VFX, Flame and the differences between commercial, episodic, and feature VFX Supervision.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/legendsofvfx/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/legendsofvfx/support2021-01-121h 08
Legends Of VFXClient Sessions: Chris Klein TBWAOn this episode of Legends of VFX we have Chris Klein an Executive Producer at TBWA\Chiat\Day New York. Hailing from Rockville New York Chris has worked on projects with clients such as Jose Cuervo, Fage, Nissan, and Puma. Chris is one of my favorite clients that I've worked with and our hope for this episode is for listeners to get an inside scoop on what it takes to make or break a great client relationship. We hope you enjoy this intimate, revealing, and often times hilarious episode.--- Send in a voice me...2020-12-1730 min
Legends Of VFXAndy Milkis: How it started How it's goingMy guest today is Andy Milkis host of the fantastic Logik podcast.Andy has been working in Visual Effects for nearly two decades. Based in NYC, He's worked at shops big & small, and in both broadcast and commercial post. For the past 2 decades, He's held the position of Director of Visual Effects at LVLY (formerly Spontaneous), one of New York's leading visual effects, design and animation shops. He's traveled the world as a visual effects supervisor and have earned a reputation as someone who understands his client's needs and knows how to get the job done. He...2020-12-061h 55
The Logik PodcastThe Logik Podcast Ep# 009: Bilali MackMy guest today is Bilali Mack, VFX artist, VFX supervisor and host of the fantastic Legends of VFX podcast. We had an amazing conversation about the role of a VFX artist and how the industry is changing.2020-12-041h 59
Legends Of VFXCat Gulacsy: Lead With EmpathyWelcome to Episode 6 of Legends of VFX with Cat Gulácsy. In this episode we talk about leading with empathy, breaking barriers as artists and creators, and pushing through difficult conversations with co-workers.Cat Gulácsy is a 10+ year veteran of the VFX community. Cat, of Calling All Talent, is a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist for several highly recognized studios on both the West and East Coasts.She is also the Co-Chair of the New York Chapter of ACCESS: VFX, a cross-company initiative to promote diversity and inclusion in the VFX industry and the Industry Outreach Advisor for The Animation Proj...2020-10-161h 02
Legends Of VFXJulian Marshall Part 2: Tell Your StoryWelcome to part 2 of our 2 part series with Julian Marshall. In this episode we talk about responsibilities of artists as creators, diversity in filmmaking and Julians greatest lessons from filmmaking. Julian Marshall is an award winning director hailing from Washington DC. His work stems from an affinity for art/design, athletics, emerging technology, and political activism. Julian has has directed high profile films for a wide variety of clients including Google, Under Armour, Amazon, Red Bull, BMW, and Verizon His most recent film We Are George Floyd has been viewed over 350k and has been shared across th...2020-07-3126 min
Legends Of VFXJulian Marshall Part 1: We Are George FloydWelcome to part 1 of our 2 part series with Julian Marshall. In this episode we talk about getting started in directing, working with Shepard Fairey and the We Are George Floyd Film. Julian Marshall is an award winning director hailing from Washington DC. His work stems from an affinity for art/design, athletics, emerging technology, and political activism. Julian has has directed high profile films for a wide variety of clients including Google, Under Armour, Amazon, Red Bull, BMW, and Verizon His most recent film We Are George Floyd has been viewed over 350k and has been shared acr...2020-07-0239 min
Legends Of VFXSekani Solomon Part 3: Black Artists MatterWelcome to part 3 of our 3 part series with Sekani Solomon. In this episode we talk about diversity in the VFX industry and knowing your value as an artist. We end this episode with words from one of Dr. Kings final interviews before his assassination. Sekani Solomon is an award winning Senior C4D Generalist and Designer. Hailing from the twin island republic of Trinidad and Tobago Sekani has worked on notable projects and films such as WGN's Manhattan, Godless, Vinyl, and Marvels Black Panther. Sekani has also directed two short films with over 2.5 million Views online.2020-06-0515 min
Legends Of VFXSekani Solomon Part 2: Black Panther and Working In TechWelcome to part 2 of our 3 part series with Sekani Solomon. In this episode we talk about Working In-house at a tech company versus a VFX studio, Black Panther, and artist visas.Sekani Solomon is an award winning Senior C4D Generalist and Designer. Hailing from the twin island republic of Trinidad and Tobago Sekani has worked on notable projects and films such as WGN's Manhattan, Godless, Vinyl, and Marvels Black Panther. Sekani has also directed two short films with over 2.5 million Views online.Please help us fund future episodes one coffee at a time - h...2020-06-0517 min
Legends Of VFXSekani Solomon Part 1 : Breaking into VFXWelcome to part 1 of our 3 part series with Sekani Solomon. In this episode we talk about coming to America and breaking into the VFX industry.Sekani Solomon is an award winning Senior C4D Generalist and Designer. Hailing from the twin island republic of Trinidad and Tobago Sekani has worked on notable projects and films such as WGN's Manhattan, Godless, Vinyl, and Marvels Black Panther. Sekani has also directed two short films with over 2.5 million Views online.Please help us fund future episodes one coffee at a time - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/legendsofvfx...2020-05-2923 min
You'rExcusedBe present.First record of 2020! Bilali Mack is a VFX Supervisor at Alkemy-X in NYC where he works on projects for TV & Film. Born in Accra, Ghana & raised in Windsor, Connecticut he began his career in Boston at Brickyard VFX, moved to New York City in 2013 where he currently resides. He has supervised & executed VFX on commercials for countless high profile clients. This year his short film, Born Ben, which raised $26,000 on kickstarter, is currently in post production. Born Ben is a documentary that shines light on what it’s like to be born into society with a disability, aiming to in...2020-01-231h 14