Join John Likens (Executive Creative Director), Sam McGlynn (Executive Creative Director), and Seiji Anderson (Art Director) at #UnrealFest today for an in-depth discussion on the creative process behind the 'World of Shōgun' film. Discover how they harnessed the power of Unreal Engine to bring this cinematic vision to life. Don’t miss their session in the Summit Room at 2:00 PM PT.
About us
Method Studios is a global content creation studio known for photorealistic product development and seamless VFX. Method works alongside creatives and teams on brand work, advertising, live-event films and real-time productions. With offices in Los Angeles and New York, team members based around the world, and a dedicated real-time and gaming team in Vancouver, Method offers a range of services that allows us to streamline the entire post-production process, and bring our clients’ creative vision to life. Our Creative Services organization, which includes renowned brands such as Company 3, Powerhouse VFX, and SDFX Studios, boasts the largest fully-integrated suite of services in the industry. With the most consistently sought-after creative directors, technologists and artists, we are uniquely positioned to be a valuable partner for projects of all scopes and sizes.
- Website
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http://www.methodstudios.com
External link for Method Studios
- Industry
- Movies, Videos, and Sound
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Santa Monica, CA
- Type
- Privately Held
- Specialties
- visual effects, animation, cgi, compositing, feature films, finishing, on-set supervision, concept art, titles, motion graphics, matte painting, and VFX
Locations
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Primary
3401 Exposition Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90404, US
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218 W 18th St
New York, NY 10011, US
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50 West 2nd Ave.
Vancouver, BC V5Y 1B3, CA
Employees at Method Studios
Updates
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Apple 'Detectives 2.0' To mark the launch of their latest iPhone, the iPhone 16 Pro, Apple have shared a commercial that showcases the new feature for the phone, cinematic mode slow-mo. The comedic spot, which sees two detectives walking from explosions in an epic slow motion sequence, features visual effects from Method Studios. Executive Creative Director | Benjamin Walsh
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Method Studios is thrilled to announce that we have secured four finalist nominations in the VFX category at the prestigious AEAF Awards 2024. Nominated projects include: Apartments.com ‘Extraterrentrials’ Verizon ‘Can't B Broken’ Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 ‘Welcome to the Lobby’ Meta ‘Asgard's Wrath 2 (Launch Trailer)’ The winners will be announced at this year's awards ceremony, which will take place online on October 11th. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eK-z9gtV
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Method Studios delivers an epic opening credits sequence for Marvel Studios’ Deadpool & Wolverine! Collaborating once again with the team behind Deadpool 2, Method delivered a visually stunning opening sequence. Working closely with Director Shawn Levy and Producer Ryan Reynolds, the teams at Method, led by Executive Creative Director John Likens, crafted a high-octane sequence that seamlessly integrates action, comedy, and iconic choreography with the on-screen credits. With Deadpool's signature humor and NSYNC's catchy tune, this opening sequence is a standout moment, with many saying it's the best opening sequence to any super hero film. Find out more about Method’s work on the opening credits here: https://lnkd.in/emdHb4n3 Client | Marvel Studios Director | Shawn Levy VFX Design | Method Studios EVP, Global Managing Director | Jesse Kurnit Supervising Design Producer | Emily Schaeberle Senior Designer Producer | Claire Dorwart Senior VFX Production Coordinator | Juliann Barbella Executive Creative Director | John Likens Creative Director | Wesley Ebelhar VFX Supervisor | Ivan Guerrero Art Directors | Keri Moller Seiji Anderson Designer | Michael DeCaprio FX Artist | Alejandro Echeverry Lead VFX Assist | Trevor Brashich Lighting Supervisor | Claire Chang
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Dolby Laboratories ‘#LoveMoreinDolby’ Dolby has unveiled the latest installment of its #LoveMoreinDolby global campaign featuring stunning VFX from the teams at Method Studios. Directed by GRAMMY®-nominated music video director and filmmaker Colin Tilley, the new commercial showcases how Dolby transports viewers into the world of Halo Infinite like never before with stunning #DolbyVision clarity and breathtaking #DolbyAtmos sound –spotlighting how players can love their favorite games more in Dolby. Client | Dolby Laboratories Director | Colin Tilley Edit | Cabin Editing Company VFX Finishing | Method Studios Managing Director | Jesse Kurnit Associate Head of Production | Kristin Engdahl Creative Director | Cris Blyth Executive Producer | Hayley Wallach Producer | Jen Doyle (Fahey) VFX Supervisor | Pouyan Peter Navid Comp Supervisor | Bob Homami Global Head of Tracking | Lauren Rogers Lead Roto Artist | Pam Gonzales Flame Artist | Olivia Still Jr. Flame Artist | Jeremy Lloyd-Styles Sr. Lead Tracking/Matchmove Artist | Luis Rodriguez Rigging | Rick Fronek Lead Animator | Danny James Patterson Animators | Cecilia Nguyen Stephen Mann FX TD | David E. Derwin Lighting/Lookdev | Irene Kim-Ahiska Texturing | Juan Colon Compositors | Ristra Fajarwaty Nicholas Kim DMP Artist | Chris Sanchez Color | Tom Poole Company 3
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JPMorganChase 'Make It Happen,' The latest J.P. Morgan Chase campaign, 'Make It Happen,' features visual effects by the Method Studios team and color by Company 3's Jenny Montgomery. The spot, directed by Gus Van Sant, shows how J.P. Morgan Chase helps make businesses happen. Director | Gus Van Sant Agency | SS K Prod Co | ICONOCLAST VFX | Method Studios Executive Producer | Hayley Wallach Creative Director | Keri Moller VFX Producer | Kyle Fader Flame Lead | Chelsea Pistono Flame | Elsa Tu, Peter Oliver, Margolit S., Alexandru Postelnicu Designer | Chris Ko VFX Editor | Kyle Sironen Jr Flame | Lawrence Merrill Color | Jenny Montgomery Company 3
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Deadpool & Wolverine has finally arrived in theaters! Method Studios have delivered a high-octane visual spectacle for the film’s opening title sequence. Powered by Cinema 4D, Houdini, Nuke, and Substance Painter, the teams, led by Executive Creative Director John Likens, cleverly integrated the cast and crew credits into a massive action sequence. Working closely with Ryan Reynolds and Director Shawn Levy, Method concepted and pre-visualized the electrifying dance scenes, created dynamic CG environments and jaw-dropping blood effects for the credits. https://lnkd.in/d4G6svdV
Deadpool & Wolverine | Final Trailer | In Theaters July 26
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From molecular biology to VFX magic! 🧬 Meet Ivan Guerrero, VFX Supervisor at Method Studios, who's making a mark in the visual effects industry. 🎬✨ In a recent interview with LBBonline - Little Black Book, Ivan shares his journey from studying genetics at Harvard Medical School to becoming a key figure in the VFX industry. After studying 3D animation at the University of Colorado in the early 2000s, Ivan transitioned into his childhood passion for VFX and CGI. His career took off in New York, where he honed his CGI and asset management skills at Curious Pictures, Framestore, MPC, and others. Read more about Ivan's journey and the future of VFX here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eb-TEdNG
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We're excited to announce a trio of new leadership hires at Method Studios! 👏 Robert Mulligan has been appointed executive producer at our New York location alongside co-executive producer Blake Rice, and Josh Hamilton has been named executive producer in Los Angeles. Jesse Kurnit, EVP and global managing director of Method Studios, is enthusiastic about the company's new leadership additions. "We are so excited to welcome Robert, Blake, and Josh to the Method family," Kurnit stated. "They bring an incredible amount of knowledge and experience to our team and have already begun making significant contributions. We are thrilled about their arrival and look forward to the exciting opportunities they will bring to Method." Check out the full story here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gtAVcrXY
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Mastercard 'Stand Up to Cancer' 💳 Mastercard has launched its latest campaign with Stand Up To Cancer. Directed by Kevin Wilson Jr., the spot features visual effects from Method Studios, led by Creative Director rob walker and color by Company 3’s Tim Masick. Mastercard will donate one cent up to $5 million to Stand Up To Cancer when cardholders tap or order online with a Mastercard at qualifying restaurants and grocery stores to demonstrate how the collective power of standing up for loved ones is priceless. Agency | McCann Worldgroup Prod Co | Little Minx Director | Kevin Wilson Jr DP | Owen Soffer Edit | Hasani Franke Work Editorial VFX | Method Studios Creative Director/Shoot Supervisor | rob walker VFX Supervisor | Matthew Tremaglio Executive Producer | Hayley Wallach VFX Producer | Aiste Akelaityte Flame Artist | Joseph Deady Designer/Animator | Robert Paynter Color | Tim Masick Company 3