Blockhead Studios

Mud wrestling with Tim Bullock is our new favourite thing. After showing us the basic grapples we pulled a surprising amount from the bog in a very tight schedule. Blockhead scorecard included rebuilding all the environments, cleverly comping vehicles, replacing faces and even tightening straps. A massive congrats to Scoundrel and Saatchi & Saatchi and all involved in creating a another Hilux classic Director: Tim Bullock Producer: Tessa Simpson EP: Adrian Shapiro EP: Kate Gooden Production Company: Scoundrel DOP: Simon Duggan Editor: Adam Wills Post: Blockhead Studios Sound: MassiveMusic Agency: Saatchi & Saatchi Chief Client Officer: Ben Court Senior Account Director: Melanie Bunn Chief Creative Officer: Avish Gordhan Chief Creative Officer: Mandie van der Merwe Creative Director: Piero Ruzzene Creative Director: Carlo Mazzarella Copywriter: Ben de Klerk Art Director: Robert Bamford National Director of Production: Michael Demosthenous Client: Toyota Motor Corporation

Episode ONE in the touching journey of a young man’s search for connection by the amazing team FCB Aotearoa, NZ and the legendary Steve Ayson. Blockhead worked extensively on creating environments for over 20 shots. Stay tuned for Episode ONE.2 Client - One NZ Agency - FCB CCO - Leisa Wall Creative Director - Alan Jones Creative Director - Angelo An  Creative Director - James Hywel  Senior Producer - Sally Lankshear  Managing Director - Jane Wardlaw Social Content Producer - Jack Roberts Group Business Director - Elle Lee Production Company - 3&7 Director - Steve Ayson  Producer - Larisa Tiffen Production Manager - Kristian Eek DOP - Marty Williams Production Designer - Guy Treadgold Editor - Simon Price Stills Photographer - Toby Burrows

Say hello to our little friend Bernie! We call it... "The Blockhead Effect" With some classy wrangling by director Max Barden, The Sweetshop & Special New Zealand Client: Squirrel Executive Creative Director: Stu Mallarkey Group Creative Director: Matt Simpkins Creative Director: Steve Hansen Creative Director: Sarah Shepherd  Senior Art Director: Kim Scott Head of TV Production: Therese Bielawa Chief Strategy Officer: Rory Gallery  Group Strategy Director: Josh Taylor-Dadds Head of Business Management: Callum Walker Business Director: Ravina Raju Executive Producer: Ben Dailey Producer: Jimena Murray Cinematographer: Crighton Bone Production Designer: Neville Stevenson Wardrobe Stylist: Kristin Seth Casting: Adrian Dentice, AKD Casting Editor: Julian Currin Colour: Matic Prusnik Online & VFX: Blockhead Studios Photographer: Troy Goodall Audio: Liquid Studios Sound Design: Craig Matuschka

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Who doesn't love a good weekend sausage sizzle?  Blockhead added some glue and stitched together this complex domino effect that kicks off after some under pressure reversing… Always a pleasure working with director Hamish Rothwell and the Budget Direct team. Director: Hamish Rothwell Producer: Tracey-Lee Permall EP: Sam Long Production Company: Good Oil DOP: Crighton Bone Production Designer: Neville Stevenson Editor: Lucas Baynes  Edit House: ARC Edit  Post: Blockhead Studios Sound: SONAR Agency:  303 MullenLowe CCO: Bart Pawlak Creative Director: Adam Whitehead Group Business Director: Ben Glasson Executive Broadcast Producer: Rachel Devine Client: Budget Direct

It's amazing what you can find down the back of the couch , we found Nick Ball holding this clever Realestate.com.au commercial. A plush example of ingenious practical FX meets seamless VFX. Don't worry we put Nick back in the couch crack. Director: Nick Ball Producer: @amy dymon EP: Nick Simkins Production Company: FINCH Company DOP: Jeremy Rouse Editor: ARC EDIT Editor: Elise Butt Grade: Colour Collective Post: Blockhead VFX Sound: MassiveMusic Agency: 72andSunny Media Agency: Kaimera EP: Paul Leaning Creative Lead: Gen Hoey Creative Lead: Kia Heinnen Head of Brand: Laura Popa  Client: Real Estate Australia

Junior CG Artist Wanted! Location: Onsite at our Auckland, Ponsonby Studio. Blockhead Studios Auckland are looking for a talented Junior Animator. If you have a keen eye for detail, excellent communication skills, and a drive to deliver high-quality work then come join us and help create amazing things. Being a junior role in a small studio your tasks will be varied and will be initially supporting the more senior CG team. Key Responsibilities will include tasks such as: - Animations finished to a high level for testing and previs. - Simple tracking tasks - Checking outsourced tracks and passing on to the team once satisfied - Initial layout and camera setup - Organising of studio assets  - Complete basic composites for checking 3D elements. Personable Qualities: - Complete all work to a high standard, signed off by the Lead 3D/2D Artist. - Ensure good communication with all staff on projects, ensuring information reaches producers and 2D artists throughout a job to ensure delivery on budget and schedule. - Manage expectations on progress throughout a task and project. - Accurately log/report hours on any given task. - Always maintain a professional and positive attitude. - Attend and participate in project VFX meetings, contributing suggestions and ideas. What You’ll Need: - Excellent technical and artistic communication skills and an eye for detail. - Advanced knowledge of Maya and basic knowledge of Houdini - Willingness to learn other software. Please only apply if you have the appropriate rights to work in New Zealand and are located there. We look forward to hearing from you ! email jobs@blockheadvfx.com

AAMI via Ogilvy present - Athletes in the Making. And just like a Gold Medal Rythmic Gymnast , Tim Bullock takes the podium for creating something beautifully relatable to every parent or human. Invisble VFX by ... well , us. Director: Tim Bullock Producer: Renee Nadin EP: Adrian Shapiro EP: Kate Gooden Production Company: Scoundrel DOP: Jeremy Rouse Production Designer: Ruby Mathers Editor: Adam Wills Post: Blockhead VFX Sound: Squeak E. Clean Studios Agency: Ogilvy Australia Chief Creative Officer: Toby Talbot Executive Creative Director: Hilary Badger Group Creative Director: Chris Andrews Art Director: Jenny Fang Copywriter: Anthony Eid Production: Hogarth Client: AAMI

No drones where harmed in the filming of this commercial. Director: Hamish Rothwell Producer: Catherine Warner EP: Sam Long Production Company: Good Oil DOP: Crighton Bone Art Director: Amy Baker Editor: Lucas Baynes Edit House: ARC EDIT Post: Blockhead Studios Sound: Sonar Music Agency: 303 MullenLowe CCO: Bart Pawlak Creative Director: Adam Whitehead Group Business Director: Ben Glasson Executive Broadcast Producer: Rachel Devine Client: Budget Direct

"Bev, you’re sitting on a Blockhead monster"  We had great fun bringing this big loveable guy to life, thanks to our friends at Glue Society & M&C Saatchi. Director: The Glue Society MP & Executive Producer: Michael Ritchie EP & Partner: Pip Smart EP: Jasmin Helliar Producer: Max Horn Production Company: Revolver DOP: Geoffrey Simpson Production Designer: Sam Lukins Editor: Luke Crethar Post: Blockhead VFX Colourist: Scott Stirling Agency: M&C Saatchi Group AUNZ Chief Executive: Michael McEwan Chief Strategy Officer: Nicholas Jacobs Group Creative Director: Sharon Edmondston Associate Creative Director: Tristan Cornelius Copywriter: Jason John Leigh Group Account Director: Am Lall Senior Account Manager: Molly Mcaleavey Head of Production: Loren August Head of Integrated Production: Gemma Hayes Client: Australian Retirement Trust