London-based independent theater and studios group Troubadour is launching a new visual effects venture, dubbed Jellyfish FX (JFX). The label is led by former leadership personnel from Jellyfish Pictures, which suspended operations earlier this year and entered administration.
Troubadour acquired the trademark and branding rights to Jellyfish, with the support of Jellyfish Pictures founder Phil Dobree.
“We’re thrilled to welcome JFX into the Troubadour family,” said Troubadour’s Head of Studios, Vince Woods. “The incredible legacy and talent behind Jellyfish is well-storied, and we’re excited to support this outstanding team as they chart a bold, innovative path in visual effects. Their energy, creativity and commitment to harnessing cutting-edge technology aligns perfectly with our vision of fostering creativity and excellence across all areas of storytelling.”
The leadership team of the reformed JFX includes Managing Director Phil Greenlow, Creative Director Luke Dodd, Head of Production Amber Ducker, Head of Technology Paul Baaske, Head of 2D Jamie Wood and Head of CG Pete Seager.
Operating from production offices on Shaftesbury Avenue in London, the studio will initially focus on film and episodic VFX projects. With an eye on the challenging global production climate, Jellyfish FX is built around a lean operating structure and is setting up a pipeline designed for rapidly evolving CG software as well as the implementation of machine learning advancements to remain “agile in all forms of visual entertainment.”
“We’ve been incredibly fortunate to join forces with Troubadour Studios to launch JFX. There’s a great sense of legacy having come from Jellyfish Pictures, coupled with a getting-the-band-back-together excitement, so we’re highly motivated at the opportunity to build upon the values and working relationships we all enjoyed before,” Greenlow stated on behalf of the JFX team. “After a tough period for the industry, it’s a tonic to be collaborating again with our community of artists, as well as welcoming new faces, and working with some amazing clients to sculpt a VFX company designed for our fast-evolving industry.”
JFX is already working on its first two projects, which are both feature films heading for Netflix, with pending orders for work on three series. Prior to the new studio’s official launch, the team’s recent deliveries include VFX work for Lee, the BAFTA-nominated historical drama based on the life of WWII photographer Lee Miller; Black Mirror Season 7; Gangs of London Season 3, The Rig Season 2; and upcoming series for Apple TV and Amazon MGM.
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