Workshop Registration

VFX On Set: Workflow and Supervision Practices

NOTE: It is recommended that participants wear a mask for all in-person workshops.

Visual effects (VFX) involves a collaborative process between Filmmakers, and VFX Supervisors to seamlessly integrate computer-generated imagery (CGI) with live-action footage. This one-day workshop is designed to give an overview of the workflow from prep through to post, with a focus on the "on set" protocols and responsibilities of the VFX department. New to VFX or have a background? Participants will learn the tools and methodologies used, and explore how filmmakers can incorporate VFX into big or small budget projects. Learn the different techniques of photography, how to shoot elements, keys to strong data organization, and discuss the best practices for your next project.

1. Preparation: Breaking down the Script
2. Collaboration: Working with department heads and creatives 
3. Shooting and Methodology: Finding the best approach
4. Gear & Software: What tools you need to get the job done
5. Workflow and how to organize your Data
6. Photography and the Different Types: Photogrammetry / HDRI / Reference / Tilling / Lens Mapping
7. Scanning / Lidar / Modelling Assets / 3D
8. Pre Production / Production / Post: How it all works

The Introduction to Independent Filmmaking workshop is strongly recommended as a prerequisite. This workshop is recommended as a companion to the Short Film Writing, Advanced Script Studio, Directing Dramatic Film, Visual Metaphor and the Expressive Directing Techniques​ workshops.

Sun 23 February 2025, 10 am - 4 pm   
(Registration deadline is Sun 23 February 9:00 am)

Instructor: Jesse Kawzenuk

Jesse Kawzenuk has been working in VFX for film and Television for nearly 10 years. He started out as an assistant in the VFX department on the film Downsizing. He then upgraded to the Data Wrangler position for Star Trek Discovery S1, American Gods and The Umbrella Academy.  He gained in house experience working in the Scanning and Layout department for the vendor SpinVFX. He has supervised VFX on The Umbrella Academy, Y: The Last Man, GenV and Wednesday. He most recently completed post production on the 5th instalment of the Television series Fargo. 

"I like to think that VFX is a tool that aids the production process. To relieve the stresses of the Art Department, Camera Department and Post Production. Finding a balance that is not
overpowering but complimentary. I am most proud of the projects where the VFX is seamless
and subtle within the narrative".



Location: 1137 Dupont Street, Toronto, Ontario M6H 2A3
Category: Production
Maximum Capacity: 12
6 hours of instruction $125 /member$150 /nonmember