Visual Effects for Storytellers
About
Charlie Iturriaga
An award winning Visual Effects Supervisor. His career in the film industry has spanned over two decades. Born and raised in Mexico City and now based in Los Angeles, Charlie is dedicated to work with Directors and Producers to fulfill every visual aspect on a project, from the creative approach, technologies used, and budget targets.
Charlie's expertise span from the beginning stages of development to the final delivery of projects, which range from commercials and independent film endeavors, to large and complex tent pole productions for the studios.
Design
From creatures to weapons, Charlie Iturriaga can help design a look, shot or sequence that not only would look cool, but will fit the story telling and profile of the characters.
Leading a team of VFX artists and VFX companies is already a complex task. Being able to do it keeping artistic integrity, creativity and quality is the main objective on every movie Charlie is involved.
R&D
Technology for Stories
From databases to lighting design. From Script and bidding tools to Lidar and lighting capture. Charlie's knowledge of the technology, the techniques, and how to make them work for specific purposes, makes him a robust VFX leader from Pre to Post, screening and beyond.
With multiple patents under his name, and proprietary tools always evolving, Charlie will make sure innovation is used correctly, and help the projects be on time and on budget.
Storytelling VFX
Filmmakers need VFX in multiple situations, and some of them should be unnoticeable, non distracting and weaved in the image, the characters and the situation.
Shooting and finishing correctly a car comp, monitor or environment not only enhances the quality of the movie, but makes sure the audience attention is in the right spot.