Former Red Car Chicago EP brings industry expertise and cutting edge talent
Optimus today announced that former Red Car Chicago EP Jon Desir has joined the leading post and production house as its new VFX/Design executive producer. Desir brings years of graphics, design and VFX expertise to Optimus’ strong creative services bench.
“Bringing Jon onboard is just a special feeling,” said Optimus President Tom Duff. “The role of VFX/Design EP is certainly one whose primary focus will be in that domain, but what Jon also brings is overall experience and expertise in all phases of the post production world. He is a true class act, a consummate professional and incredibly talented. He also happens to be one of the most personable and engaging people in the industry, and he’ll be a great fit with our team and our clients.”
Desir worked his way up through the ranks at Red Car, most recently serving as EP, during which time he oversaw all graphics and editorial at the company. Before that, he was a senior producer, graphics producer and associate producer there. He helped build the graphics department at Red Car, where he worked for clients such as American Family Insurance, Coors Light, McDonalds, Miller Lite and State Farm.
“I have so much respect for Optimus’ people, culture and environment,” commented Desir. “The company’s brand and reputation are top-notch, and Tom is the epitome of what I strive to be in this community. I’m thrilled to begin working with such a high caliber team.”
Starting Sept. 9, Desir can be reached at 312-321-0880 or jon@optimus.com.
About Optimus
Optimus is a leading post-production and production house with offices in Chicago and Santa Monica. A true one-stop shop, Optimus offers a full suite of creative services, including production, editing, color correction, visual effects and design, audio mixing and finishing. With ONE, the company’s live-action production arm, Optimus offers all production services, from shoot through post, under one roof – a singular, streamlined creative-driven machine. For more information, please visit www.optimus.com and http://optimus.com/one. Connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Optimus161 and www.facebook.com/OneAtOptimus.
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