DEED ACTIVE
2026
International VFX Conference
Date: Friday, January 23, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
DEED ACTIVE 2026
Brings together professionals and rising talent in computer graphics to share expertise in film and animation.
It serves
core goals
To foster international professional dialogue and to launch the careers of young artists through the public thesis presentations of the DEED Crew school.
DEED ACTIVE 2026
Brings together professionals and rising talent in computer graphics to share expertise in film and animation.
It serves
core goals
To foster international professional dialogue and to launch the careers of young artists through the public thesis presentations of the DEED Crew school.
Our Mission: To foster a professional visual effects community for sharing expertise, building connections, and driving inspiration
Create a unique professional environment
For exchanging expertise, finding partners, and building a community among top-tier specialists.
Open the industry's doors to the new generation
By sharing inspiration, practical skills, and the opportunity to experience the world of VFX from the inside.
Build global bridges
By fostering international dialogue, attracting world-class VFX expertise and talent to drive the industry forward.
Who are we?
We are a team of professionals with 15 years of experience across the CG, film, and animation industries, combining the DEED Crew computer graphics school with DEED post-production studio.
Speakers
Speakers
Jury
Jury
The conference consists
of
key
blocks
The conference consists
of
key
blocks
DEED Crew Graduation Show: Launching Careers in Feature Films
11AM - 1:30PM
DEED Crew International School graduates will showcase their final projects on the big screen, break down their creative process in detail, and take questions from the jury.
Jury:
A select group of esteemed industry leaders from top Russian and International studios.
11AM - 1:30PM
DEED Crew Graduation Show: Launching Careers in Feature Films
DEED Crew International School graduates will showcase their final projects on the big screen, break down their creative process in detail, and take questions from the jury.
Jury:
A select group of esteemed industry leaders from top Russian and International studios.
The creator of the best project wins an extraordinary trip to New Zealand.
The prize includes tours of iconic filming locations from The Lord of the Rings, Avatar, The Hobbit, and The Chronicles of Narnia, and an exclusive visit to the legendary Wētā FX studio.
Public Talk: First-Hand Mastery
2:30 PM - 6:30PM
Go behind the scenes with the creators of global blockbusters. Our invited top-tier artists and supervisors will share exclusive case studies, industry trends, and a true insider’s look at the production of VFX and animation projects.
Format:
Exclusive presentations and masterclasses. Featuring live streams and in-person talks.
Open Dialogue:
Engage directly with our speakers. Bring your questions for the dedicated Q&A sessions.
Leaders Hub: Roundtable & Networking
7:00PM- 8:00PM
Exchange insights with peers and forge valuable professional relationships.
Industry Roundtable:
Focused discussions between leaders from Russian and International studios on key industry challenges and the future of the field.
Strategic Networking:
Connect with purpose. This is your opportunity to find partners, recruit talent, and spark new collaborations through direct conversation.
2:30 PM - 6:30PM
Public Talk: First-Hand Mastery
Go behind the scenes with the creators of global blockbusters. Our invited top-tier artists and supervisors will share exclusive case studies, industry trends, and a true insider’s look at the production of VFX and animation projects.
Format:
Exclusive presentations and masterclasses. Featuring live streams and in-person talks.
Open Dialogue:
Engage directly with our speakers. Bring your questions for the dedicated Q&A sessions.
7:00PM- 8:00PM
Leaders Hub: Roundtable & Networking
Exchange insights with peers and forge valuable professional relationships.
Industry Roundtable:
Focused discussions between leaders from Russian and International studios on key industry challenges and the future of the field.
Strategic Networking:
Connect with purpose. This is your opportunity to find partners, recruit talent, and spark new collaborations through direct conversation.
school
DEED CREW
Investing in Talent. Nurturing the Industry's Future
More than a school
We're an industry-connected hub. Founded by professionals, we exist to transfer real-world, global expertise to the next generation.
What makes our educational
approach unique?
1
Industry-Driven Program
Our curriculum is concentrated studio experience, constantly updated. We track industry trends and listen to student feedback to ensure skills stay relevant.
2
Deep-Dive Immersion
Learning is built around real-world projects. Students don't just master tools like Houdini and Nuke—they complete a studio internship, learning to work within professional deadlines and pipelines.
3
Mentors from the Frontlines
Learn directly from industry experts, shaping tomorrow's blockbusters at studios like Wētā FX, ILM, MPC, Pixomondo, Rodeo FX, and Netflix, as well as supervisors from the leading Russian studios.
4
Your Moment in the Spotlight
The public Diploma Defense is a key industry event attended by market leaders. For many students, it's an instant career launchpad—nearly all graduates receive job offers.
5
Community
The school regularly hosts creative sessions with top specialists from Russian and International studios, fostering an open dialogue between established expertise and new ideas.
Students at the school
Over
students
took an FX course
Digital Arts Center "Vnutri"
on the territory of "Bread Factory No. 9"
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