Meet Our Instructors
Learn from industry professionals who shape the future of visual effects
Our instructors are seasoned VFX professionals who have worked on major film and television projects. They bring real-world experience and industry insights to help you learn VFX terminology and workflows that are actually used in professional studios.
Each course is carefully crafted by experts who understand the challenges of learning VFX. Our instructors don't just teach terms, they provide context, practical applications and insider knowledge that bridges the gap between learning and professional practice.
Our Instructors
Jahirul Amin
VFX Trainer / CAVE Academy
Jahirul is the founder of CAVE Academy and a seasoned VFX trainer with extensive experience in the industry. He previously worked as a VFX Trainer at the multi Oscar-winning studio DNEG London, where he designed and delivered training across all stages of the VFX pipeline. Through CAVE Academy, he provides specialized training to top studios including Warner Bros. Discovery, Framestore and leading universities worldwide.
Victor Perez
VFX Supervisor / Film Director
Victor is a renowned VFX Supervisor and Film Director with over 28 years of experience in visual storytelling. His Hollywood film credits include Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight Rises, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, and Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. A recipient of two David di Donatello Awards and author of "The Color Management Handbook for Visual Effects Artists," Victor is internationally recognized as a VFX compositing expert who has delivered masterclasses at institutions like Pixar and DNEG.
Sebastian Schütt
Lead Compositor / Split The Diff
Sebastian is a Lead Compositor with over 14 years of experience in the VFX industry. He has worked for top studios including Industrial Light & Magic, DNEG, Digital Domain, MPC and Scanline. His credits include Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, The Mandalorian, Interstellar, The Jungle Book, Game of Thrones and many other blockbuster productions. He shares his expertise through his educational platform Split The Diff.
Jonas Kluger
Pipeline TD / Das Element
Jonas is the founder of Das Element, a VFX asset library software. Starting as an artist, he evolved into a VFX Editor and Pipeline TD, working on blockbuster films including Marvel's The Avengers, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story Transformers: The Last Knight. He taught VFX and pipeline workflows at the film school in Munich for several years, specializing in technical aspects and smart workflow solutions.
Why Our Instructors Stand Out
Industry Experience
Our instructors have worked on blockbuster films, award-winning TV shows and cutting-edge commercial projects. They understand the terminology because they use it daily in professional environments.
Teaching Excellence
Beyond their professional achievements, our instructors are passionate educators who know how to break down complex concepts into digestible, engaging lessons that stick.
Mentorship Focus
Our instructors are committed to nurturing the next generation of VFX artists while also advancing the skills of industry professionals. They provide not just knowledge, but guidance and encouragement for your career journey at any level.
Practical Application
Every lesson is grounded in real-world scenarios. Our instructors ensure you learn terminology in the context of actual VFX workflows and production environments.
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