Steve Chandler

Inspirer
DISC Type : di

Co-Founder / Lead Developer at Catalyst Virtual

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Overview

Steve is a virtual production hardware designer and the co-founder of Catalyst Virtual, with 15 years of experience in VFX and pipeline solutions. Educated at the Savannah College of Art and Design, colleagues describe him as a creative, problem-solving, and talented team player who architects infrastructure for creative studios.

Outside of work, Steve has a strong point of view on technologys role in society. He is a fan of Philadelphia-based coffee shops and shows interest in content related to gamer-focused mental health discussions.

He led a virtual production test at Drexel University to make in-camera visual effects more accessible for indie filmmakers using rear-projection technology.

Personality Overview

Achievment Oriented

Decisive

Fast Adopter

They don’t mind taking a stand if they believe in something.  They respond well to objective pitches but also attach some value to relationships. They usually prefer to drive the conversation.

Topics They Care About

Virtual Production
Co-founder and lead developer of Catalyst, a turn-key hardware platform for Unreal Engine's virtual production toolset. He also designs custom stage environments for clients.
Creative Pipelines
Specializes in developing custom workflows and overhauling infrastructure for creative studios to solve collaboration problems and improve efficiency.
Tech Accessibility
His work aims to remove technical barriers, demonstrated by his company Catalyst and projects making high-end visual effects techniques available to indie filmmakers.

Media Appearances

Steve has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2021
Co-Founder / Lead Developer at Catalyst Virtual
7-2020
Infrastructure Architect / Consultant at Blue Rose Systems, LLC
VFX Artist / Post Production Manager / Pipeline Specialist at Pretty Damn Sweet
11-2014
Motion Graphics Artist / Assistant Editor / Pipeline Engineer at Pretty Damn Sweet
11-2014
Motion Graphics Artist at Pretty Damn Sweet

Education

2005 - 2008
Broadcast & Motion Design from Savannah College of Art and Design
2002 - 2005
Fine Art from Penncrest High School

More Information

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Exp : 15 Location : Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : Co-Founder / Lead Developer at Catalyst Virtual
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Insights For Selling To Steve

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Get them to a point where they are ready to bat for your product internally
  • Focus on the big picture and the strategic value of your product
  • Keep your pitch focused on the impact but insert some anecdotes into it

DONT's

  • Don’t keep repeating the same information, it could make them impatient
  • Don't be unorganized, be prepared for the pitch
  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Steve is

  • Confidence in the product’s value is critical, followed by relationship and a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Steve

  • They will not hesitate to say no if they do not develop conviction.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Steve move?

  • If they develop confidence in your product and you, then they can make fast decisions.
  • Can Steve take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they have the ability to take risky decisions.

You And Steve

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