Vine FX
Vine FX is an award-winning, artist-led visual effects studio based in Cambridge, UK, specializing in high-end VFX for film and television. Founded in 2007, they excel in compositing, CG integration, digital matte painting, and on-set supervision, delivering seamless effects for major productions like The Lazarus Project and The Crown. Known for creativity, technical excellence, and a collaborative approach, Vine FX has earned RTS awards and nominations, attracting top talent in the UK VFX industry.
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Notable Projects
The Lazarus Project
2022TV Series
Client: Sky
Role: Visual effects
Get Millie Black
2024TV Series
Client: HBO
Role: Visual effects
The Rig Season 2
2025TV Series
Client: Prime Video
Role: Visual effects including bioluminescent CG underwater world
The Crown
TV Series
Client: Netflix
Role: Visual effects
War of the Worlds
TV Series
Role: Visual effects
Awards & Recognition
RTS Craft & Design Award for Best Effects
for “The Lazarus Project”
RTS East Programme Award for Craft – Games and VFX
for “The Lazarus Project Series 2”
SME Cambridgeshire Business Award for Best Small Business (Less Than 50 Employees)
Key Personnel
Michael Illingworth
Owner & VFX Supervisor
Notable Projects: The Lazarus Project, The Crown
BAFTA nominated Visual Effects Supervisor with over 20 years in the industry
Ben Hicks
VFX Supervisor
Recently joined as VFX Supervisor
Kaitlyn Beattie
Executive VFX Producer
Key creative promotion
Tim Kilgour
Creative Lead
Key creative promotion
Harry Byford
Head of Editorial
Key creative promotion
Simon Carr
VFX Supervisor
Recently added as VFX Supervisor
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Additional Information
Vine FX is an independent, award-winning studio emphasizing sustainability in VFX production and offering apprenticeships through NextGen Skills Academy.