Gary Thomas
Gary Thomas is a VFX designer and creative director with over 40 years of experience. Since 1987 he worked around the world in Hong Kong, Sydney and Toronto. In 1998 he founded the highly respected post and graphics studio Crush Inc. in 1998, serving as its Creative Director, Director, and President. His award-winning work spans The One Show, Cannes Lions, ADCC, Marketing Awards, and Bessies. His award-winning work spans The One Show, Cannes Lions, ADCC, Marketing Awards, Clios and Bessies. Since 2024 Gary has focused on independent creative projects, working extensively with AI to create short films, and increasingly advertising and documentaries.
Guillermo Castellanos
Guillermo Castellanos is an AI Director and filmmaker specializing in next-generation visual workflows for brands, agencies, and cultural spaces. Originally trained as an engineer in Mexico and later as a filmmaker in Canada, he blends technical approach with cinematic storytelling. His recent work includes collaborating on national advertising campaigns and developing AI-driven visuals for Music and live performance experiences as the one showcased on Rebel’s massive 6K screen in Toronto. He is part of the emerging wave of creators redefining commercial production in Canada through Gen AI, hybrid filmmaking techniques, and fast visual prototyping.