What do Avengers: Age of Ultron, Aquaman, and Call of Duty: Vanguard all have in common? Behind their stunning visual effects is the artistry of Gil Nam Choi, a veteran VFX supervisor and Technical Art Director at Kong Studios. This September, VCAD students and aspiring creatives will have the rare chance to learn from his journey during the VCAD Industry Speaker Series. On Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 3:00 PM PDT, Gil Nam Choi joins VCAD live on Zoom to share stories from his 20 plus years shaping blockbuster films and high energy games. For anyone looking to build a career in 3D, game design, or visual effects, this event is a must.
Meet Gil Nam Choi: A Creative Powerhouse
Gil Nam Choi is not just another industry veteran he’s someone who has worked on the projects that defined a generation of moviegoers and gamers. His résumé reads like a highlight reel of modern entertainment:
- Avengers: Age of Ultron
- Transformers: Age of Extinction
- The Suicide Squad
- Pacific Rim
- Zack Snyder’s Justice League
- Shazam! Fury of the Gods
- Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire
And that’s just on the film side. Choi has also left his creative mark on game cinematics for Call of Duty: Vanguard and Back 4 Blood, proving his mastery of both the big screen and the interactive world. Having worked at legendary studios like Weta Digital, Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), Digital Domain, and DNEG, Choi has been part of the teams that brought colossal battles, epic destruction sequences, and jaw dropping cinematic effects to life. Today, as Technical Art Director at Kong Studios, he channels his cinematic expertise into game development bridging the gap between film quality visuals and real time interactive experiences.
From Supervising Blockbusters to Teaching the Next Generation
One thing that sets Choi apart is his passion for teaching. Alongside his production work, he’s spent over 18 years as an educator, guiding students in Canada, the UK, Korea, and Singapore. His teaching philosophy is simple: don’t just learn the “how” learn the “why.” Instead of step by step instructions, Choi breaks down the concepts behind the techniques, helping artists truly understand how visual effects work. That’s exactly the kind of insight students at VCAD can look forward to.
What You’ll Learn at the Event
During this one-time live Zoom session, Choi will dive into the creative decisions and technical challenges that go into making unforgettable visuals. Here’s what participants can expect:
🌟 Behind the scenes stories from blockbuster films and hit games.
🚀 Secrets of cinematic VFX, including how to craft destruction, disintegration, and particle effects that grab attention.
⚡ Practical advice on translating film techniques into real time engines like Unreal, essential for modern game design.
🎤 Interactive Q&A, where students can ask Choi about breaking into the industry, building a portfolio, or mastering Houdini and Unreal Engine.
Think of it as a mix of storytelling, insider knowledge, and career inspiration.
Why You Should Attend
If you’re studying or considering a career in 3D animation, game design, or VFX, this is the type of event that can change the way you see your future.
- Career Clarity: Hear directly from someone who’s navigated both film and game industries at the highest level.
- Creative Inspiration: Discover how artistic choices shape the emotional impact of movies and games.
- Practical Tips: Learn what tools, skills, and mindset you need to succeed in an ever-evolving field.
- Networking Opportunity: Events like this connect you to industry leaders and help you imagine yourself in their shoes.
At a time when technology is moving faster than ever, insight from someone like Choi who’s thrived in both traditional VFX pipelines and cutting-edge real-time workflows is invaluable.
Event Details
📅 Date: Tuesday, September 9, 2025
🕒 Time: 3:00 to 4:00 PM PDT
💻 Where: Live Zoom Event
👉 How to Join: Click Save Your Spot on the VCAD event page to RSVP.
Spots are limited and this session won’t be repeated.
From Hollywood blockbusters to AAA game cinematics, Gil Nam Choi has helped shape the way audiences experience action, spectacle, and story. On September 9, Gil Nam Choi will step out from behind the screen to share his journey, his insights, and his advice with the next generation of creative professionals. Don’t miss this chance to learn from a true VFX master.
👉 Reserve your spot now and get ready to see how your creative future can take shape.
