Alex Halstead is a visual effects artist, supervisor and filmmaker specialising in effects animation, simulation and look development.
For the past 17+ years Alex has brought his expertise and creativity to some of the world’s most iconic films, games and televison series. Working with award-winning teams and filmmakers at studios such as Industrial Light & Magic, Sony Pictures Imageworks, Method Studios, Animal Logic, Electronic Arts, among others.
After years of honing his craft as a senior artist Alex transitioned into creative supervision in 2016, overseeing teams as a Lead Effects Technical Director, Effects Supervisor and Head of FX.
Beyond production work, Alex runs Battleready Academy - a dedicated platform that teaches artists how to build a successful career as an FX Artist.
Alex is currently an Effects Supervisor at Industrial Light & Magic, Sydney.
For the past 17+ years Alex has brought his expertise and creativity to some of the world’s most iconic films, games and televison series. Working with award-winning teams and filmmakers at studios such as Industrial Light & Magic, Sony Pictures Imageworks, Method Studios, Animal Logic, Electronic Arts, among others.
After years of honing his craft as a senior artist Alex transitioned into creative supervision in 2016, overseeing teams as a Lead Effects Technical Director, Effects Supervisor and Head of FX.
Beyond production work, Alex runs Battleready Academy - a dedicated platform that teaches artists how to build a successful career as an FX Artist.
Alex is currently an Effects Supervisor at Industrial Light & Magic, Sydney.