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    Zoic Teams Up With Industrial Toys for the Launch of Mobile Shooter ‘Midnight Star’

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    LOS ANGELES -- (SPW) --

    For the launch of the highly anticipated mobile sci-fi shooter Midnight Star, Culver City-based visual effects shop Zoic Studios has partnered with independent game studio Industrial Toys to enhance the visual experience for this immersive adventure. This is Industrial Toys’ debut title, having launched by Bungie co-founder Alex Seropian in 2012 to create great mobile games for core gamers.

    The partner interactive graphic novel app, “Midnight Rises,” was launched on January 29th from Hugo-award winning author John Scalzi, with imagery by legendary comic book artist Mike Choi and further engulfs viewers into the intricate world of the Midnight Star franchise. Midnight Star, a mobile game that was custom-crafted for touch screen devices, officially launches for players today, February 5th.

    Click HERE to download “Midnight Rises.”

    Click HERE to download Midnight Star.

    This marks Zoic’s first experience collaborating on the launch of a game title. With a broad range of work in the gaming space including promo campaigns and trailers for the likes of Call of Duty, Halo, and FIFA coupled with extensive award-winning sci-fi work for such top shows as “Firefly,” “Battlestar Galactica” and “The 100,” Zoic’s background well poised to augment the extraterrestrial imagery for this title. The Zoic team handled the vivid and action-packed game trailers for “Midnight Star” as well as the in-game cinematics.

    About the Game
    As 2nd Lt. Charles Campbell of the MSRV-17 Joplin, players will encounter deep space, a strange alien landscape, and a war that has long since been lost. Using the clues left to him, his crew, and a TON of awesome guns, Charlie must develop from modest excommunications specialist to the one human being left with the means to take down the bad guys.

    About Zoic Studios
    Zoic Studios is a visual effects company based in Culver City, California, and Vancouver, B.C. Our team has a proven track record of success, crafting innovative visual experiences for film, television, advertising, video game and interactive projects.

    “Visual Evolution” is our mission: to advance the story, art, and technology of the moving image. Masters in the fields of design, animation, compositing, and production management, Zoic’s reputation attracts rising talent and encourages a strong work ethic.

    Zoic prioritizes research and development in service of constant creative growth, from in-house virtual production to real time rendering using game engine technology. 

    Video Credits

    Client: Industrial Toys

    Founder: Tim Harris
    Marketing Manager: Johnny Skwirut

    VFX: Zoic Studios

    Executive Creative Director: Chris Hones
    Head of Production: Ian Unterreiner
    Executive Producer: Cindy Airey
    Producer: Neil Ingram
    CG Supervisor: Andy Wilkoff
    Post Production Coordinator: Anna Chang
    Editor: Alison Venuto-Grady
    Lead Flame: Simon Scott
    Art Director: Levi Ahmu

    Contact:

    Jenna Wigman
    Press Kitchen
    310-394-3900
     

    SPW Category:Visual Effects and Animation
    Tags:VFXVideo Game TrailerMidnight Starzoic studios



    Creative Trailblazer Javier Campopiano Returns as Executive Jury President For The 2025 NYF Advertising Awards

    Thursday, November 21, 2024
    Javier Campopiano Returns as Executive Jury President for New York Festivals.

    New York Festivals Advertising Awards is thrilled to announce that Javier Campopiano, Global Chief Creative Officer at McCann Worldgroup and McCann will return as the 2025 Executive Jury President. In January, NYF’s Advertising Awards will kick off a spectacular new season, once again spearheaded by industry innovator Javier Campopiano. He will continue to build on the success of last year’s event by pulling together a carefully curated mix of both creative and brand leaders to ensure that a diverse array of viewpoints and perspectives are brought together. Through thoughtful discussions and expert evaluations, this coveted group will establish the benchmark for creative excellence in 2025. “We’re honored to have Javier Campopiano return to lead the 2025 Executive Jury,” said Scott Rose, President, New York Festivals Advertising Awards. “With his seasoned global perspective and mastery in crafting campaigns that push creative boundaries, Javier’s insight will once again inspire a bold standard of excellence within our jury sessions.” Campopiano has built a reputation as an innovative creative, consistently standing out on the global stage. His achievements have garnered international acclaim, including over 200 Cannes Lions, which feature prestigious accolades such as Titanium Lions and Grand Prix. Additionally, he has received top honors at numerous renowned international competitions. Campopiano said, “Serving as Executive Jury President for New York Festivals is its own reward, and I am honored to be taking on this important role again. Together with an incredible group of accomplished industry peers, we will be looking for creativity rooted in human truths that generate... Read More

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