Digital Media

This seminar will look into how technology is used in the creative space, including visual effects, post-production, AI, and how these tools connect to content we already know, such as film, series, entertainment, and social media.

Ryan Stasyshyn 

Ryan Stasyshyn brings a wealth of experience leadership, and a commitment to fostering artistic excellence. He has been a part of the production teams for some of the industry’s most recent and iconic projects, including WandaVision, HBO’s Watchmen, John Wick: Chapter 4, The Handmaid’s Tale, 1923, and priscilla. As head of the Toronto Rodeo FX studio, he supervised many of its latest creations, including Mark Wahlberg’s The Family Plan 2, Bob Odenkirk’s Normal, and the upcoming Hershey movie.

Throughout his career, Ryan has gained invaluable on-set experience serving as the Head of Production, Head of Operations, and Managing Director. His tenures at various high-profile studios gave him a deep understanding of virtual production an affinity for leadership roles that challenge the status quo and a contagious enthusiasm.