After graduating from UBC with a Bachelor’s Degree in Philosophy, Aaron Gilman spent years doing odd jobs while trying to figure out what to do with his life. Sitting down now with fellow animator Colin Giles, Aaron recounts how spotting a VFS ad on a bus got him started towards a long, successful career in animation on films including Avatar, the Avengers, The Hobbit, and Godzilla. A career learner and generous insight dispenser, Aaron’s episode is a must for aspiring animators.http://www.aarongilman.ca/read-mehttps://vimeo.com/112316727

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Aaron Gilman: VFS3D to Head of Animation @ DNEG

Highly motivated, energetic and full of passion for his craft, professional photographer Erich Saide is happiest when he's creating powerful images for his clients. In this episode he reflects on how a series of accidents spurred him on his creative journey, how his artistic process has evolved over the years, and offers tips for creating unforgettable images. A must for photography enthusiasts.https://www.erichsaide.com/

Erich Saide: How to Create Award-Winning Photos

Throughout his career, #VFSwriting alumnus and serial starter Matt Toner has built businesses that specialize in the design of ground-breaking video games and new models for player engagement.  His latest venture, Biba, creates free mobile games that work with any playground to turn screen time into healthy, imaginative outdoor play for the entire family. We sat down with Matt to discuss where he finds inspiration for his inventions, being recognized by Time Magazine and Fast Company as one of the most innovative companies of 2019, and the future of socially responsible game development.https://www.playbiba.com/

Matt Toner: Re-Inventing How Kids Play

As the Director of Product Management at EA, Ahsan Nanji and his team are exploring new ways to leverage the Cloud and AI to shift how game teams can build new game experiences and service capabilities. In this episode, he takes us deep into the forefront of technology, design, and development at one of the world’s biggest studios. A must watch for aspiring game designers and technologists everywhere. https://www.ea.com/en-ca/careers/news/ahsan

Ahsan Nanji: Creating the Future of Game Development

Riaz Meghji is a firm believer that a good conversation has the power to change everything. When he was 22, a pivotal exchange persuaded him to explore life as a presenter, rather than chase the stock markets as an investment broker. Seventeen years of broadcast experience later, Riaz has hosted for brands such as Citytv’s Breakfast Television Vancouver, CTV News, TEDxVancouver, MTV Canada’s 969 and marquee events like the Toronto International Film Festival.https://riazmeghji.com/

Riaz Meghji: How to Snag Your Dream Job

Prem Gill is the CEO of Creative BC, where she is responsible for delivering programs and services that will expand BC’s creative economy to reach its economic and creative potential. In this episode, Prem discusses the state of the industry both globally and in BC (flourishing), and the worldwide rise in demand for content that makes right now such an exciting time to be a part of the creative economy. https://www.creativebc.com/about-us/staff#prem-gill

Prem Gill: Building BC’s Creative Economy

Graham Clark is an award winning stand-up comedian, TV writer, and co-host of Stop Podcasting Yourself. In this episode, he shares deep insight into the craft of being funny. A must for comedy fans and anyone who’s aspired to write or perform stand-up.  https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/stop-podcasting-yourself/

Graham Clark: How to Write Comedy

Known by many leaders as the “CEO Whisperer”, Cameron Herold is a top business consultant, best-selling author, and speaker. In this episode, we unpack Cameron’s proven strategies for growing successful businesses in any industry. A must watch for creative entrepreneurs.https://www.amazon.ca/Free-PR-Chased-Without-Hiring-ebook/dp/B07MK3H1RS

Cameron Herold: Storytelling for Entrepreneurs

Steven Ogg is a Canadian actor best known for his roles in Westworld, The Walking Dead, and as the legendary Trevor Philips in Grand Theft Auto V. In this episode, he joins us in the Storyteller’s Studio to discuss where he finds inspiration (hint: it’s not other actors), the highs and lows of his job, and his celebrated performances as the bad guy in some of entertainment’s biggest franchises.

Steven Ogg: Grand Theft Actor Exploring the Craft

Susan Fox is the president and founder of Casting Workbook, the leading online platform for casting directors, agents, and performers. In this episode, Susan discusses the evolution of the casting process and how talent gets matched to projects. An invaluable resource for all working actors and aspiring performers. https://home.castingworkbook.com/

Susan Fox: How Casting Directors Find You

Brooklyn-born Lino DiSalvo is an Italian-American animator, director, writer, and voice actor. After 16 years at Disney that culminated in being named Head of Animation on Oscar winner Frozen, Lino made his directorial debut on Playmobil: The Movie. In this episode, Lino tells the story of growing up in his family’s pizzeria in Long Island, moving to Vancouver to study animation at VFS, and graduating with a job at Disney at age 23. A must for animation lovers, Disney fans, and aspiring artists everywhere.

Lino DiSalvo: From VFS to Disney, Frozen & Oscars

Dan Payne is a Canadian actor best known for his roles on Disney's Descendants, The Cabin in the Woods, and Stargate: Atlantis. In this episode, Dan chronicles how he transitioned from professional volleyball to a different kind of stage. Travelling the world as an actor has given Dan a deep appreciation and love of performing, and he breaks down the approach to his craft that has allowed him to have an enduring career in both film and on television.

Dan Payne: From Pro Volleyball to IMDB's 100 Club

Montreal-born artist Omari Newton is a professional actor, writer, slam poet and MC whose work can be found on television, film, stage and radio. He is currently a City of Vancouver funded Artist-in-Residence with Urban Ink Productions. In this episode, Omari joins us in the studio to share how he found success as an actor, voice actor, and playwright.https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1191973/

Omari Newton: From Black Panther to Dragon Prince

Graham Qually has been building his career on the cutting edge of performance capture technology since 2007. After establishing Ubisoft Canada’s Performance Capture Stage in Toronto, he moved back to the west coast of Canada in 2016 to establish his own world class facility: Beyond Capture Studios. In this episode, GQ talks us through the mindset needed to succeed in an industry defined by ever-evolving technology, how to break into the performance capture industry as a performer, and his plans to finally rig up a kangaroo in Beyond Capture Studios in 2020. https://www.beyond-capture.com/

Graham Qually: Changing the Game in Motion Capture

Sarah Edmondson was a member of the infamous cult, NXIVM, for 12 years. Now, she has documented that experience in her book, Scarred: The True Story of How I Escaped NXIVM, the Cult that Bound My Life. In this episode, the accomplished Vancouver actor takes us through the shocking story of how she became a high-ranking cult member, her escape, and the physical, mental, and emotional scars she still carries with her today. https://www.amazon.com/Scarred-Story-Escaped-NXIVM-Memoir/dp/1452184267

Sarah Edmondson: NXIVM and How I Escaped a Cult

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