A Gen Z Movie
Join Mick this week as he tackles the declining interest in traditional cinema. He also examines the pricing strategies of camera manufacturers, who they’re targeting, and highlights an example of the industry's production priorities.
Virtual Production Re-leashed
Join Mick this week as he discusses the response to the "Virtual Production Unleashed" video and the importance of effective communication in the industry. He also provides insights into Virtual Production jobs and offers advice on navigating documentation with AI.
A Wonderful Studio
Join Mick this week as he discusses Autodesk's acquisition of Wonder Dynamics. He also introduces View Screen Scout, a new app for viewing 3D assets in the real world, and explores the concept of Virtual Production and its significance beyond LED volumes.
Upfront Manner
Join Mick this week as he discusses the current creative professional uses for AI. He also dives into the Upfronts, and dissects the current streaming platform market strategies, and explores the importance of your creative constant with Manor Lords.
Crushing Marketing
Join Mick this week as he discusses the unique marketing approach of the game Helldivers 2, where real-life participation and communication mirror the game's world. He also explores the expanding capabilities of iPads as powerful creative tools and their potential for various creative endeavours.
A Future Without Cameras
Join Mick this week as he discusses the logic behind Hasbro's $1 billion investment in internal video game development and the miss-match between business-minded and creative-minded decision-making. He also explores Adobe's X8 upscaling and confronts the concept of modern cameras not capturing real data, pondering a future without cameras as we know them today.
VCam The Cat
Join Mick this week as he discusses various topics including Zeiss' focus on China as their main market, the release of Unreal Engine 5.4 with improved animation and motion graphic tools, the accessibility of VCam on Apple MacOS and Android phones, and the impact of following storytelling advice in the industry. Highlighting the importance of questioning advice and embracing creative expression.
AA Floating Point
Join Mick this week as he discusses Adobe's approach to AI features in Premiere Pro, Netflix's subscriber growth, and the emergence of the "Missing Middle" in the games industry. He also explores the benefits of using 32-bit float for audio recording.
NAB 12K, no 17K!
Join Mick this week as he discusses the latest announcements from NAB, including the Sony Burano reactions and the new Blackmagic 12K and 17K cameras. He also explores the Atomos’ plans for the future, Sony's SDK restrictions, and other developments in the lighting and cinematography world.
Budget Lenses
Join Mick this week as he discusses various topics including Adobe's Substance Connector system, the Vision Pro and creativity in the fashion industry, and the intricacies faced by budget cinema lenses. He also explores the future possibilities of AR technology in cinematography and shares insights on the current state of the film industry’s priorities.
An Unreal GDC
Join Mick this week as he discusses the highlights of the Game Developers Conference, including the dour state of the games industry and Ubisoft's NEO NPC AI. He also shares updates from NVIDIA's GTC (GPU Technology Conference) and Unreal Engine's efforts to make their tools more accessible for creatives.
Humble Networking
Join Mick this week as he discusses the new pricing system for Unreal Engine and, in advance of GDC & NAB, explores the importance of attending conventions to broaden one's perspective and creative possibilities.
Internal RAW
Join Mick this week as he discusses the upcoming Automated IK Retargeting feature in Unreal Engine 5.4 and Nikon's acquisition of RED. Discover the power of procedural tools for digital artists and explore the potential implications of this acquisition on the camera industry.
Aim Abroad
Join Mick this week for an exploration of technology trajectories and financing strategies. From RED's VRX Phantom Track to Japan's Location Incentive Scheme, this episode encourages listeners to embrace innovation and seek out funding options that align with their vision.
Suddenly, Sora
Join Mick Ryley on Ryley Creative as he unpacks the unveiling of OpenAI's Sora, cutting through the buzz to explore its tangible effects on creative professions. With a focus on honesty and reality, Mick bridges the gap between the creative domains of Animation, Film, Game Development, VFX, and more, empowering creatives to embrace innovation and face their future with positivity.