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Allan McKay is an award winning Visual Effects Supervisor and Technical Director in Hollywood - join Allan as he interviews many of the leading experts in Hollywood about their careers, pitfalls and what they took to succeed, while also gaining a lot of core knowledge to help build your career, money and success and skills to make the biggest impact in your career AND in your life!

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In this episode, Allan McKay sits down with Alex Wang, the Visual Effects Supervisor for the acclaimed HBO series The Last of Us, to break down the monumental VFX work behind the show's highly anticipated second season.

Alex pulls back the curtain ... more

In this follow-up conversation, Allan reconnects with Senior VFX Supervisor Jason Smith for a wide-ranging discussion that revisits his recent work on a flagship fantasy series and pulls back the curtain on life at the top of the industry. The two co... more

In this episode, Allan McKay sits down with Andy Boyd, a seasoned VFX Supervisor, and co-owner of Jamm VFX. Andy shares his extensive journey in the visual effects industry, from his early days breaking into major studios like Framestore and Method S... more

Overview In this episode, Allan McKay engages in an in-depth conversation with Rob Hifle, CEO & Creative Director, and Paul Silcox, VFX Director at Lux Aeterna. They delve into the evolution of visual effects in the digital media landscape, discussin... more

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Alex Wang
Visual effects supervisor on The Last of Us
Episode: 466 - Alex Wang, VFX Supervisor - The Last of Us - Season 2
Faruk Heplevent
Founder and CEO of The Scope Studio
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Episode: 462 - Faruk Heplevent - The Scope
Jason Smith
Senior Visual Effects Supervisor for Rings of Power
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Episode: 461 - Jason Smith - Rings of Power - VFX Supervisor
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VFX supervisor at Digital Domain, previously an animation director
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Episode: 459 - Phil Cramer - Digital Domain VFX Supervisor
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Episode: 458 - Nick Seavert - CEO & Founder JangaFX (Embergen, LiquiGen, GeoGen)
Feng Zhu
Renowned concept designer and educator, founder of the FCD School of Design
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Episode: 457 - Feng Zhu - Concept Designer & Art Director
Stephan Fleet
Lead Visual Effects Supervisor for The Boys and co-producer for Gen V
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Episode: 456 - Stephan Fleet - The Boys VFX Supervisor
Xavier Bernasconi
VFX Supervisor at DNEG, experienced in recent projects such as Masters of the Air and Mad Max Furiosa.
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Episode: 454 - Xavier Bernasconi - VFX Supervisor for Masters of The Air
Colin Giles
Head of the School for Animation and Visual Effects at Vancouver Film School
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Episode: 453 - Colin Giles - Vancouver Film School - Head of School for Animation & VFX

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Allan McKay
Award-winning Visual Effects Supervisor and Technical Director involved in numerous Hollywood productions, with a focus on sharing insights from industry leaders and encouraging professional growth.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 322 ratings
  • A Must-Listen for Creatives

    Allan McKay masterfully interviews Hollywood experts, offering a goldmine of insights for anyone aspiring to make it in the industry. Each episode is filled with valuable career advice and practical tips for personal and professional growth. Essential listening for those looking to make an impact in their creative careers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anna [SOP]
    United States9 months ago
  • Awesome! Top of the play list!

    It’s a great podcast and he has fantastic and fascinating guests, but the amount of name dropping Allan does is infuriating. Like every 5th sentence bad.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    AButtigieg
    Australia4 years ago
  • Phenomenal Podcast!!

    Honestly loving Allan’s insight to the VFX industry. I wish I would have found this early in my career.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ice Cold Coop
    United States4 years ago
  • Dope!

    Loving this ✊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JayD9
    United States5 years ago
  • Always a great listen

    Tons of great content, with a good range of topics. I like the fact it varies from technical vfx topics to business strategies. I always feel motivated after listening to one, I don’t know where Allan gets his energy from!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ncompo
    United Kingdom6 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners express appreciation for the practical advice provided, useful for both personal and professional development.
Insights from leading experts in visual effects make for compelling and informative listening.
Some note a tendency for the host to engage in name-dropping, which can be polarizing.
Overall, the content is described as motivational, with a positive impact on listeners' careers.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#135
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#155
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Apple Podcasts
#229
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466 - Alex Wang, VFX Supervisor - The Last of Us - Season 2
Q: What were some of the more challenging aspects of the production?
The crowd simulation for the infected was the biggest challenge, ensuring that movements felt natural and not repetitive.
466 - Alex Wang, VFX Supervisor - The Last of Us - Season 2
Q: How do you approach sequences like the big battle in Episode 2?
We broke it down into smaller sections and worked closely with the entire team to visualize the story we wanted to tell.
466 - Alex Wang, VFX Supervisor - The Last of Us - Season 2
Q: How did you feel about season one, the reception? Did anything in your life change a bit?
Life is still the same, but the success of season one was a surprise and it felt great to receive such appreciation.
466 - Alex Wang, VFX Supervisor - The Last of Us - Season 2
Q: How's it feel to have wrapped on Season 2?
It's a huge relief. I'm really proud of the work this season and overall, it's felt great.
433 - HOUSE OF THE DRAGON - VFX Supervisor Mark Spindler
Q: What were the tools you guys were using at the time?
Mark explains they primarily use Nuke for compositing along with Maya for animation and V-Ray for rendering.

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What is The Allan McKay Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast offers insights into the dynamic world of visual effects and the broader entertainment industry through in-depth interviews with leading experts. Listeners are treated to stories about the careers of top professionals in Hollywood, providing valuable lessons on overcoming challenges, building a successful career, and navigating the intricacies of visual storytelling. The discussions cover critical topics such as technical expertise, creative processes, and business acumen, making it a rich resource for aspiring artists and industry veterans alike. The unique blend of personal anecdotes and practical advice distinguishes this podcast, appealing to a wide range of listeners interested in visual effects, filmmaking, and personal d... more

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