Cambridge-based VFX studio, Vine FX, has announced the opening of Vine FX Cymru, a new studio branch in the Welsh capital
The expansion marks the latest step in the studio’s growth across the UK, strengthening its ability to deliver high-end visual effects to film and television productions, while bringing Vine FX closer to the creative communities driving the industry across Wales and the wider region.
The Cardiff studio builds on the success of Vine FX’s existing Cambridge and Manchester operations, further expanding the company’s UK footprint and creative capacity. The new branch will support productions across Wales and the South West, providing filmmakers and production teams with access to Vine FX’s established post-production expertise, and fostering closer collaboration with the region’s growing screen industry. Executive VFX Producer, Pete Rogers, joins as head of the new studio alongside Chris Callow, who takes on the role of VFX Supervisor, strengthening the team with his extensive experience across high-end visual effects.
“I’m very excited to be joining the Vine FX team and leading the new Cardiff studio. Vine FX has a reputation for producing ambitious, high quality VFX, and the work they deliver on each show they are part of is a real testament to the talent and creativity within the company. It’s a great time to be joining the business and helping to bring that wealth of experience to Wales. The Welsh screen industry is producing some fantastic work and there’s a real opportunity to build on the strength of the TV and film industry here. I’m looking forward to connecting Vine FX with local productions and supporting productions in Wales and further afield.”
Pete Rogers, Executive VFX Producer
The opening of Vine FX Cymru represents an important milestone in the company’s continued expansion across the UK, following the launch of Vine FX Manchester earlier this year. With 15 years of experience supporting productions across Wales and the wider region, the establishment of a dedicated presence in Cymru builds on a longstanding commitment to the local production community. The studio reinforces part of a broader long-term strategy to building a strong UK-wide creative presence, and developing long-term relationships with production talent across the country.
“This marks another significant milestone for Vine FX. Following the opening of our Manchester studio, Cardiff is a natural next step for us and an exciting part of our plans for the future. Wales has a well-established screen industry and a strong pool of creative talent, and having a presence in Cardiff gives us the opportunity to work more closely with productions and teams in the region. We’re delighted to have Pete Rogers leading the new studio. Pete brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the industry, and I’m confident that he and the Cardiff team will play an important role in establishing Vine FX throughout Wales and the wider creative landscape.”
Michael Ilingworth, Founder
The Cardiff studio launches at a time of continued momentum for Vine FX, with the studio contributing to a growing slate of high-profile film and television projects. Recent work includes Enola Holmes 3, adding to Vine FX’s previous involvement with Netflix as well as National Geographic’s latest historical docudrama, Pompeii: Out of Time with Tom Hiddleston. With a strong pipeline of productions extending through 2026 and beyond, Vine FX continues to expand its creative reach while maintaining its focus on collaboration, craftsmanship and high-quality visual effects.
