Matthew Badham

Highly experienced professional in the high-end TV and Film industry, specializing in Visual Effects with over 10 years in the industry.

An On Set VFX supervisor, with a solid background in production management, Data Wrangling, 2D Comp, Matchmove, and VFX coordination roles. Adept at overseeing large and small scale VFX shoots and leading on-set teams to ensure seamless integration of visual effects into the filmmaking process.

With a proven track record in the industry, I have contributed to both Vendor and Client-side projects, working as a part of Academy and Emmy nominated teams showcasing my versatility and adaptability in handling multiple roles within the VFX sphere.

Technical Skills:
• In-depth understanding of the VFX pipeline, both on the client and facility side.
• Experienced in location scouting and recceing for VFX purposes.
• Proficient in shot planning through Techvis and Previs, collaborating with Previs departments and working independently.
• Hands on knowledge of data capture and the use of set data in the postproduction workflow (Texture photography, Photogrammetry, Lidar, Motion-Capture, HDRI Photography, Lighting reference)
• Knowledge of photography and its application in cinematography, enabling me to influence the shoot for optimal VFX integration.
• Skilled in sourcing and organizing external teams for specialized tasks like Lidar and cyber scanning, as well as miniature shoots.
• 2D comp (Nuke)
• Mid-level Matchmover (3D Equalizer, PF Track, Maya, Mocha, Nuke)
• Proficient in various production platforms such as Filemaker (including building databases and Filemaker coding), shotgrid, RV, etc.
• Data organisation and naming conventions.

Soft Skills:
People management:
• Effective team leader with a proactive and motivating approach, inspiring high levels of performance and fostering collaboration.
• Educator and knowledge sharer, sharing my own learned skills with team members to help them further their careers in film
• Attention to detail and highly organized, ensuring smooth workflow and efficient management of departments and teams.
• Proficient in vendor management, ensuring smooth coordination between multiple vendors.

Negotiation and persuasion:
• Skilled in working collaboratively with various departments, leveraging negotiation and persuasion skills to achieve shared objectives.
• Proven ability to pitch and sell creative solutions and ideas to clients, effectively communicating the vision and benefits of proposed VFX concepts
Adaptability and organisation
• Leveraging my extensive knowledge to adapt and innovate on the spot, providing effective solutions. Recognising the fluid nature of filmmaking, I have cultivated a keen sense of foresight and forward thinking, enabling me to meticulously plan for multiple contingencies.

Email: badhamstervfx@gmail.com

Role with the VES

Member of VES London seeking work network connections and further education opportunities in our fast changing industry.