
The Programme
From big name studios to independent boutique you the curated programme of the Rainbow Conference has something for everyone.
We’re working hard on curating a fantastic programme and we’ll share it very soon! Please stay tuned!
Book your tickets and we’ll see you at the Barbican Centre on 18th & 19th September.

Nuke Masterclass presented by Victor Perez
Join Victor Perez is a renowned figure in the global visual effects industry for a two hour Nuke Compositing Masterclass. Victor’s career spans over 28 years so far, and he has worked in many areas of visual storytelling.

No.8 - Beyond the Frame, VFX in Advertising
Kate Gabriel, Creative Director at No8 will take you behind the scenes of several projects they’ve worked on at No.8, sharing the process from being on set to delivering the final pixel.

BYOComp Feedback Session
Join us for the BYOC event at the London ACM SIGGRAPH Rainbow Conference 2025, where students can receive personalized feedback on their portfolios from industry professionals in a speed networking format.

Framestore - The VFX of How To Train Your Dragon
Oscar and BAFTA-nominated Production VFX Supervisor Christian Mänz dives into the extraordinary world of How To Train Your Dragon, the blockbuster live action adaptation of the animated classic.

DISAUTHORITY: An Innovative Studio Approach to Independent Filmmaking
DISAUTHORITY is redefining independent filmmaking by seamlessly integrating high-end post-production with creative production.

Panel Discussion - Access VFX - Building a Career without Borders: the Power of Global Connections
Join leading voices from across VFX and animation for an inspiring conversation on building international careers, expanding creative opportunities, and thriving in a fast-changing industry.

Black Doves, Buccaneers & VFX carbon reporting by DUPE VFX
Trail blazers in VFX sustainability 'DUPE VFX' showcase some of their leading shows and how they went about creating carbon reports for them.
Supersized Storytelling: Nexus Studios Groundbreaking Collaboration with UFC at the Sphere
Nexus Studios collaborated with UFC to create five jaw-dropping short films for one of the most ambitious media platforms on the planet.

SideFX Workshop - What’s New in Houdini 21: A Hands-On Dive
Join Hijaz from SideFX for a deep dive into Houdini 21 — the latest release packed with next-gen solutions for both creative and technical workflows.

BYOA Feedback Session
Join us for the BYOA event at the London ACM SIGGRAPH Rainbow Conference 2025, where students can receive personalized feedback on their portfolios from industry professionals in a speed networking format.

Beyond the Interface: Making Graphics a Character in The Amateur
In The Amateur, Vine FX’s debut graphics project, screen graphics stepped out of the background and onto centre stage, becoming storytellers in their own right.

Creating the Haunting VFX for Robert Eggers' Nosferatu
BlueBolt VFX Supervisor David Scott will reveal how BlueBolt created the haunting VFX for Rober Eggers' horror masterpiece.

Demo: Blue Zoo – Building Zookit
Blue Zoo building ZooKit — a set of tools for digital-first content inside Blender, aimed at shaping a workflow where a small team, or even a single artist, can take a project from initial design all the way to final render.

All The Rage: Planning The Apocalypse - Union VFX's Path to Cinematic Chaos in 28 Years Later.
Join us for a keynote presentation by Dillan Nicholls, DFX Supervisor, and Noel O’Malley, On-set and CG Supervisor, as they delve into their work at Union VFX on Danny Boyle’s “28 Years Later.”

Demo: Producing A Career You Love
Diana Verba, Lead Creative Producer at The Animation Guys will share the twists and turns of her career journey, from animator to producer, along with insights and behind-the-scenes stories from some of her favourite projects.



Prize Draw - 1:1 Coaching For VFX & Creative Professionals
Join a Prize Draw for a FREE 90 minute 'Spotlight Solutions' coaching session to one lucky person. (Usual cost £195 each) from Open Frame Coaching.