
VES Germany invites you to join us at the upcoming worldwide VES Megabrain Insights Live!, – Special AI Edition. Be part of the conversation with trailblazers like Victor and Doug, merging time-tested techniques with innovative AI workflows to shape the future of production.
Victor Perez is an internationally acclaimed visual effects supervisor, director, and educator with over 28 years in the industry. Known for his expertise in photorealistic CGI compositing, he has contributed to major films like The Dark Knight Rises, Rogue One, Harry Potter, and Pirates of the Caribbean. A passionate storyteller and innovator, Victor blends science, technology, and art to push the boundaries of cinematic expression.
He’s a frequent speaker at global conferences (TED, Siggraph, FMX), a brand ambassador for leading tech companies, and the author of the bestselling Color Management Handbook for VFX Artists. His work has earned over 50 awards, including two David di Donatello honors and a historic VES nomination for his short film Echo. Through masterclasses and publications, Victor continues to inspire the global VFX community.

Doug Hogan is a Creative Technologist at Groove Jones, specializing in VFX, AI/ML, and GenAI.
With 18 years of experience in film, advertising, and theme parks, he has led compositing for major studios and contributed to films like The Book of Life and SCOOB. He holds a BFA in Visual Effects from SCAD.