MARTIN LIPMANN

Over the past two decades, I've dedicated myself to refining my expertise in the Visual Effects industry as both a digital artist and Visual Effects Supervisor. This journey has led me to work on diverse projects spanning across Paris, London, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Montreal.

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From the outset, my passion for multimedia guided my educational pursuits. I delved into classes in art history and archaeology at Paris Sorbonne University, complemented by hypermedia studies at Paris VIII University, culminating in a Master's Diploma in New Technologies. Additionally, my love for music led me to pursue studies at the Paris Agostini School of Percussion.

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In 1995, I embarked on my professional career as a pioneering web designer for one of the early French startups. During this time, I crafted digital experiences for esteemed brands such as Taittinger Champagne and Lancôme Perfumes.

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As a co-founder of "Mosaïques du Monde," a non-profit organization aimed at teaching communication technologies to children in French-speaking regions, I spent a transformative year in West Africa. Alongside three university friends, we traversed through Senegal, Mali, Burkina Faso, Togo, Ivory Coast, and Benin, introducing multicultural technologies to classrooms.

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Upon my return, I joined "Cirque 360," a traveling circus venture, where I merged my technological expertise with the dynamics of live performances. This endeavor led to the development of an online entertainment platform, seamlessly integrating actor and acrobat performances with electronic communication systems.

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Dedicated educator and mentor, designing and delivering courses and workshops to inspire and develop future industry talent.

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My roots lie in an artistic and culturally enriched family background. My mother, formerly a set designer in the motion picture industry, transitioned into a successful sculptor. Meanwhile, my father is a writer, producer, and film director specializing in music, and my twin brother and sister excel in the realms of TV series direction and line production, respectively. Currently, I hold dual citizenship in France and Canada, residing in Montreal with my wife and daughter.

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EXPERTISE:

TEAM LEADERSHIP

Managed teams of 50–350 people, ensuring collaboration and successful project delivery.

 

PROJECT PLANNING

Skilled in breaking down project requirements, creating schedules, and managing budgets.

 

CREATIVE COLLABORATION

Partnered with directors and designers to execute visually impactful concepts.

 

ON-SITE SUPERVISION

Coordinated film sets and on-set TD operations, including aerial photography.

 

DIGITAL ART SUPERVISION

Guided teams in delivering high-quality visual effects and animations.

 

ASSESSMENT AND FEEDBACK
Developed personalized plans, gap assessment, motivation.

 

TEACHING, INSTRUCTOR, COACH
Lesson Planning, identification, motivation.

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AWARD WINNING PROJECTS:

ANNIE AWARDS 2024

Nominated for Outstanding FX in an Animated Feature.

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PRIMETIME EMMY AWARDS 2017

Nominated for Outstanding Visual Effects for Black Sails (Season 4).

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CANADIAN SCREEN AWARDS 2017

Winner for Achievement in Visual Effects in the Jessie Owens biopic Race.

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GALA QUEBEC CINEMA 2017

Nominated for Achievement in Visual Effects in the Jessie Owens biopic Race.

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HPA AWARDS 2017

Winner for Outstanding Visual Effects for Black Sails (Season 4).

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PRIX CREA 2009

Winner of Prix Artisan for the Rona campaign by Montreal's Shed Inc., created for the 2010 Vancouver Olympics (15 commercials delivered).

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EDUCATION:

MASTER’S DEGREE IN NEW TECHNOLOGIES

St Denis University, Paris, France

2000

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BACHELOR IN HISTORY OF ARTS AND ARCHEOLOGY

Sorbonne University, Paris, France

1998

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PERCUSSION CONSERVATORY

Agostini, Paris, France

1996