Seth Hallen, formerly managing director at Panavision’s Light Iron, is charting a new course in his career to focus on the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in media and entertainment. With over 25 years of experience in running companies across production, postproduction services and technology, which includes his role as HPA president for the last nine years, Hallen is set to leverage his expertise to support both early-stage media tech companies and existing traditional organizations as the supply chain navigates and realizes the potential of AI innovations. Hallen’s new mission includes creating a thriving community for AI in entertainment, serving as a catalyst for change and a go-to resource for all things AI. He is committed to helping early stage mediatech companies further develop their product roadmaps, gain visibility, secure funding, and build essential connections. Additionally, he aims to support traditional media and entertainment organizations in their transformation efforts. Hallen has invested in several companies developing AI and blockchain technologies and continues to evaluate early-stage companies for investment. He offers his extensive experience in business-building to these companies as an advisor. Early-stage companies, traditional organizations, venture capitalists and private investors are encouraged to connect with Hallen to explore opportunities for collaboration and investment. His official plans are still in the works and will be finalized in the coming months….
Hollywood-based postproduction stalwarts MTI FILM and ColorTime have joined forces to launch a creative boutique, Flow Post Partners. Situated in the heart of Vancouver BC’s creative district, Flow is designed to support the rebounding television production market, capitalizing on Canada’s favorable postproduction tax credits. Flow will serve as a hub for dailies, VFX and final post services. Flow Post Partners has already secured two high-profile television series: CBS’s Watson and the upcoming Peacock comedy, Laid. Flow is not just a local venture; expansion plans are underway, with new partnerships planned to launch in other key markets. The trusted relationships that industry veterans Larry Chernoff, MTI Film CEO, and Moshe Barkat, CEO of ColorTime, have built over the years are paving the way for Flow to become a global provider….
