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Michael Sean Foley

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VFX Supervisor at Walt Disney Imagineering
📍 Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, United States

Michael Sean Foley is a distinguished VFX and CG Supervisor with extensive experience at Walt Disney Imagineering, Pixomondo, and Method Studios. He has led visual effects for blockbuster films like "Argo" and iconic theme park attractions such as "Star Tours. " A graduate of ArtCenter College of Design, people hes worked with praise his unique "artists eye. "

Rooted in his background in fine arts, Michael has a deep passion for photography, having previously owned his own photography business. He appreciates the craft of classic filmmaking, particularly the aesthetic of Technicolor films, which informs his professional work in lighting and composition.

He was the lighting director for the groundbreaking, entirely digital sets of the film "Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow. "

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Experience
35 Years
Current Role
VFX Supervisor
Location
Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, United States
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Themed Entertainment VFX
As a VFX Supervisor at Walt Disney Imagineering, he designs and produces media for scenic illusions in attractions like "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "Tron. "
Digital Lighting
His profiles consistently highlight his expertise and "incredible eye for light. " He has served as a Lighting Director on multiple major productions, shaping their visual tone.
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Career

Work history

2-2014
VFX Supervisor
Walt Disney Imagineering
2-2008
VFX/CG Supervisor
Michael Sean Foley
9-2013 - 11-2013
CG Supervisor
Pixomondo Beijing
8-2009 - 5-2013
CG Supervisor
CIS Hollywood/Method Studios LA
10-2008 - 12-2009
CG Supervisor
Cafe FX
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Education
1986 - 1989
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)
ArtCenter College of Design
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