MAXON, developer of professional 3D modeling, painting, animation and rendering solutions, announced the schedule for its Cinema 4D Road Show. The tour kicks off in Los Angeles at the DMALA user group meeting on October 20, and will be making stops in Portland (October 22), Seattle (October 27), San Francisco (October 29), Vancouver (November 5), New York (November 12), Atlanta (November 17), and Washington, DC (December 3). The evening events welcome attendance from 2D/3D artists at all levels of experience and are designed to showcase the company’s powerful Cinema 4D software technology and innovation, its seamless integration with other industry-leading software toolsets, and foster opportunities for learning, networking and community.
During each leg of the road show, MAXON representatives will give a general presentation that includes an introduction to 3D, as well as a motion graphics and visual effects workflow demonstration showcasing the features in the newly released Cinema 4D R17–the latest version of the company’s 3D software solution–and its unmatched compatibility with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and After Effects. MAXON will also be joined at each tour stop by industry-leading 3D guest artists who will present the latest techniques and creative approach to the Cinema 4D design and animation workflow on real-world projects.
“Creative professionals continue to seek ways to improve their skill set and maximize their creative potential and productivity,” said Paul Babb, president of MAXON US. “MAXON is committed to the artist experience and is excited to bring the road tour to digital artists and educators around the country to provide an intimate and fun setting where customers can learn how to get the most out of Cinema 4D.”
The MAXON road tour agenda includes a networking social hour giving attendees an opportunity to meet and converse in a relaxed atmosphere; light food and beverages provided. As an added bonus, attendees are eligible to win over $50,000 in door prizes that feature complimentary products from MAXON and its tour sponsors including: Dell, Adobe, Toolfarm, Nvidia, Greyscalegorilla, Tools4D Dem Earth, Insydium, aescripts, Red Giant Software, Lynda.com, Laubwerk, XFrog and Boris FX/Imagineer.
The admission fee of $5.00 includes the presentation, food and beverages and raffle prize drawings. Space is limited.
The Many Hires Jeremiah Wassom As Group Creative Director
Independent agency The Many has added Jeremiah Wassom as group creative director.
Wassom most recently worked a decade at Deutsch LA where, as SVP/creative director, he led the Taco Bell account and won new business for the agency. His agency past also includes AKQA and TBWAChiatDay. His creative work has touched the QSR, video games, automotive, fashion, and culture brand sectors. He also served eight years with the United States Marine Corps.
“Throughout his career, Jeremiah has helmed work that has not only made me personally jealous but has consistently pushed brands to show up in memorable and innovative ways,” said Josh Paialii, head of creative at The Many. “One look at his body of work and you will see his passion for storytelling and craft has raised the bar for entire categories, driving participation with many brands’ most loyal fans. Beyond being a world-class creative director and maker, Wassom is a proven team player and strategic thought leader. He’ll be a great addition to the leadership team at The Many working across all accounts. His role will be immediately felt as he guides and supports each of the creative leads in the department.”
A 20-year creative with agency, brand, and freelance experience, Wassom has forged a creative approach which focuses on crafting engaging connections rather than simply make ads. He sees the need for advertising to mean more, not simply do more.
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