Boutique visual effects and design studio Shape+Light has added Scott Boyajan as executive producer. Joining the leadership team of managing/creative director Rob Trent and executive producer Cara Lehr, Boyajan will help curate Shape+Light’s growing talent roster and expand new client relationships. He has already managed several projects at Shape+Light including the NFL’s “Bring Down the House” spot for the 2022 Big Game, and new work for Beats Fit Pro featuring Vince Staples.
“Scott is in the midst of an incredible career and he really knows everyone in town,” said Trent. “We’ve worked with him previously on a freelance basis, and are proud to have him on board full time. He understands the market, he’s generous with up-and-coming talent, and he isn’t afraid to get his hands dirty–all great qualities for an EP as we continue to grow.”
Boyajan is an accomplished producer with experience across the postproduction landscape, having worked with a52, Framestore, Psyop, Mirada, Animal Logic, and others. He has collaborated with international brands including Nike, Adidas, GM, Facebook, Microsoft, and Lexus, and his work has earned awards from the Clios, Cannes Lions and more. He has also produced short form design content including the award-winning opening title sequence for HBO’s Carnivale.
Boyajan shared, “Over the years I’ve worked at small, mid-sized, and large studios; I’ve seen our industry undergo several transformations. The reason I’m so excited about Shape+Light is they’re in the sweet spot where you can do stellar work while still knowing everyone in the studio–that’s great for both clients and our Shape and Light team alike. Being at a smaller shop also allows me to focus on client relations while still being in the trenches with production; I get the best of both worlds.”
“Heretic” and “Maria” Set As Red Carpet Premieres At AFI Fest
The American Film Institute (AFI) has announced that Heretic, the psychological thriller starring Hugh Grant, and Maria, based on the life of opera singer Maria Callas starring Angelina Jolie, will round out the Red Carpet Premieres section at this year’s AFI Fest. The Heretic Gala Screening will take place on Thursday, October 24, and the Maria Gala Screening will be held on Saturday, October 26. The complete Red Carpet Premieres section includes the world premieres of Music By John Williams, Robert Zemeckis’ Here, Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl and Clint Eastwood’s Juror #2. All Red Carpet Premieres will take place at the historic TCL Chinese Theatre. The full lineup for AFI Fest 2024 will be unveiled on October 1.
“At the heart of AFI Fest is an unwavering dedication to celebrating the best in global cinema--together,” said Bob Gazzale, AFI president and CEO. “We look forward to uniting artists and audiences once again to be inspired by the art form in a powerful sense of community.”
Heretic follows two young missionaries (Sophie Thatcher and Chloe East) who are forced to prove their faith when they knock on the wrong door and are greeted by a diabolical Mr. Reed (portrayed by Grant), becoming ensnared in his deadly game of cat-and-mouse. The film is directed by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods and produced by Stacey Sher, Beck, Woods, Julia Glausi and Jeanette Volturno. The film will be released nationwide by A24 on November 8.
Directed by Pablo Larraín, Maria presents a tumultuous and beautiful depiction of one of the world’s most renowned artists and reimagines the legendary soprano in her final days in Paris, as Callas (Jolie)... Read More