Ashkan D.

Building Amara models, the next generation of real-time 3D storytelling powered by AI and for professionals!

As a Production Manager at DNEG Virtual Production, alongside HODs, my responsibilities spanned managing a team of real-time experts, providing both technical and creative expertise throughout virtual production across multiple high-end & R&D projects. This included team of specialist Technical Directors such as volume operation, source control, quality assurance, optimisation, techvis, and development. Some of the projects involved included: Those about to die S1 (TV Show) Here (Feature) The Eternaut S1 (TV show) Tin Soldier (Feature)

Worked on a number of projects including Anansi Boys the latest graphic novel from Neil Gaiman to be transformed onto the small screen. The series was developed by Gaiman and Sir Lenny Henry and filmed at First Stage Studios in Leith.

Worked on one of the world's largest virtual production stages, V Stage offers 24,000 sq. ft. of total space at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden on both Pre-production and production of 'House of the Dragon'. The V Stage at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden is an impressive facility that has been used for many high-profile productions. It is a state-of-the-art facility that is equipped with cutting-edge technology to create virtual environments that can be used in film and television production.

PGDip in Artificial Intelligence for Business at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford. On-campus postgraduate program that is designed to provide executives, technical specialists, and aspiring leaders with practical skills and knowledge to ethically leverage AI in their respective organisations.

The Creative Business MA program at the National Film and Television School. Students develop skills in the business side of various domains of creative industries including film, television, and digital media, and develop a network with industry professionals and fellow students. This is a practical program, with real-world projects and case studies, and access to industry tools and technologies. Graduates are well-prepared for a range of roles in the creative industries, from producing and marketing to distribution and management.