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Tech visionaries Phoebe Goh and Mekka Williams bring their unique expertise to the microphone and expand the conversation around tech. They’ll bring fresh voices and often unheard perspectives you don’t want to miss.
The Data-Driven Partnership Behind DreamWorks’ Animated Films
The STEMINISTS Podcast
14 minutes
2 months ago
The Data-Driven Partnership Behind DreamWorks’ Animated Films
Ever wonder what it takes to bring the enchanting worlds of Shrek, Kung Fu Panda, and The Wild Robot to the big screen? Join hosts Phoebe Goh and Mekka Williams as they chat with Kate Swanborg, Senior Vice President of Technology Communications and Strategic Alliances at DreamWorks Animation, to uncover the cutting-edge tech and partnership that powers these iconic films and the excitement behind the latest release, The Bad Guys 2.
From generating over half a billion files per movie to perfecting layered animation processes like storyboarding, effects, and lighting, Kate reveals the intricate dance between imagination and technology. Discover how the long-standing partnership with NetApp has been instrumental in managing DreamWorks’ colossal data needs, freeing up their artists to work at the speed of creativity. For anyone curious about how tech fuels creativity or the behind-the-scenes innovation driving some of the most beloved animated franchises, this episode offers a front-row seat to the action.
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The STEMINISTS Podcast
Tech visionaries Phoebe Goh and Mekka Williams bring their unique expertise to the microphone and expand the conversation around tech. They’ll bring fresh voices and often unheard perspectives you don’t want to miss.
