Animism Studios Inc.

Verified
Vancouver, British Columbia Canada

Animism Studios is a Vancouver-based visual effects studio specializing in high-end VFX, CG animation, and virtual production for film, television, and other media. Founded in 2017, they are known for their expertise in character and creature work, innovative pipelines, and collaborative approach to delivering seamless visual storytelling. With a focus on quality and artist well-being, Animism has contributed to major productions and continues to grow in the industry.

Founded in 2017
11-50 employees

Services

Visual Effects
CG Animation
Virtual Production
Character Animation
Creature Work
Pipeline Development

Specializations

character animation
creature work
virtual production
pipeline development
muscle simulations
crowd simulations

Technology Stack

Maya
Houdini
Nuke
Gaffer
Arnold
Shotgrid
Unreal Engine
Python

Notable Projects

Child's Play

2019

Film

Client: MGM

Role: Visual effects

Sonic the Hedgehog 2

2022

Film

Client: Paramount Pictures

Role: Visual effects

Project Blue Book

2020

TV Series

Client: History Channel

Role: CG aliens

The Order Season 2

2020

TV Series

Client: Netflix

Role: Fur and werewolf VFX

Lost in Space

2021

TV Series

Client: Netflix

Role: Visual effects

Superman & Lois

2022

TV Series

Client: The CW

Role: Visual effects

Samrat Prithviraj

2022

Film

Client: Yash Raj Films

Role: Visual effects

Victoria the T. Rex

Museum Experience

Role: Fully produced live action and CG animated experience

Charmed

TV Series

Client: The CW

Role: Visual effects

Awards & Recognition

Leo Award for Best Visual Effects in a Motion Picture

for “Child's Play

2020

Key Personnel

Adam Estey

Founder and Executive Producer

Notable Projects: Project Blue Book, Child's Play

Vancouver-based filmmaker

Jeremy Stewart

Co-Founder and CCO

LinkedIn

Previous: DNEG, Image Engine

Notable Projects: Child's Play, Lost in Space

Experienced in animation and VFX

John Lambert

Co-Founder and Animation Supervisor

Started as cinematographer and visual effects artist

Stephen Kelloway

Co-Founder and CEO

LinkedIn

Chris Van Dyck

VFX Supervisor

Notable Projects: Child's Play

Won Leo Award for Child's Play

Company Status

Operating Status:
active
Hiring:
Yes
Remote Work:
hybrid

Locations

headquarters
202-1125 Howe St
Vancouver, British Columbia V6Z 2K8
Canada

Social Media

Additional Information

TPN compliant, offers hybrid work environment, focuses on character and creature work, approximately 30% local and 70% international clients.

Data Information

Last updated: 9/23/2025
Data confidence: 95%