Visual effects studio Vine FX strengthen the company’s growing presence in the North of England
Vine FX has welcomed Jessica Phillips as Senior VFX Producer at its Manchester studio, further strengthening the company’s growing presence in the North of England. Phillips brings extensive experience in visual effects production across film, HETV and animation, having held senior production roles at leading VFX studios including Axis Studios, Treehouse and beloFX.
During her 16-year career, Phillips has worked across a range of high-profile productions for Amazon, Netflix, BBC and Sky. Phillips’ experience also extends to fashion film. Her appointment adds further depth to Vine FX’s production team as the Manchester studio continues to develop its relationships with productions and creative partners across the region. Her return to the city brings her experience back to a familiar creative hub as Vine FX continues to expand its presence in the North.
“We’re very pleased to have Jessica joining Vine FX. Bringing great talent into the team and building on the strong foundations we’ve established is an important part of our continued growth and we’re excited to have her on board. I look forward to seeing the fresh perspective and valuable experience she brings, as we continue to take on our next creative challenges.”
Michael Illingworth,Vine FX Founder
“I’m delighted to be joining Vine FX as Senior VFX Producer at such an exciting time for the studio. It’s great to be back in Manchester, and a pleasure to be working with such a talented team. I’m really looking forward to drawing on my experience to build continued strong relationships with our creative partners, and contributing further to the studio’s success.”
Jessica Phillips, Senior VFX Producer
The appointment marks another step in the continued development of Vine FX North, which works alongside the company’s established Cambridge operation and their recently opened Cardiff studio to support film and television productions across the UK and internationally. With a focus on collaboration, craftsmanship and high-quality visual effects, Vine FX continues to invest in its people and production capabilities to support the evolving needs of the industry.
Recent credits for the studio include National Geographic’s docu-drama, Pompeii: Out of Time with Tom Hiddleston and Disney’s Alice and Steve. With its Manchester team continuing to grow, Vine FX is building on its commitment to supporting the creative community across the North of England and beyond.
