Alberto Ludeña - With over 15 years of experience in broadcast, film, and digital media, I am a seasoned Production Manager dedicated to transforming ideas into reality. I have progressed from a designer, to network art director, from a visual effects artist to an on-set VFX supervisor, and currently a post-production producer. I excel at leading teams, ensuring projects stay on track and within budget, and consistently exceeding expectations. My passion lies in fostering a collaborative environment where creativity flourishes, enabling me to oversee complex productions from start to finish. I am committed to continually expanding my knowledge and tackling new and challenging projects in the ever-evolving film and media industry.
POST VFX + ON-SET VFX SUPERVISION + MANAGEMENT – In my earlier career within the network industry, I evolved from a visual effects artist to an on-set VFX supervisor, and then to a post-production producer. This progression allowed me to tackle new and more challenging projects, continuously expanding my expertise. Throughout this journey, I have gained invaluable experience in various aspects of the film and media industry, enhancing my ability to oversee complex productions from start to finish.
The International Film Commissions Guide | The book is a resource for students and young filmmakers. It provides actionable insights on navigating international production in developing regions, accessing production incentives, and leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as virtual production, cloud-based workflows, and visual effects. The guide highlights the crucial role of local film commissions in fostering innovation, supporting local talent, and driving business growth in today’s dynamic film industry. With a foreword by Larry Sheffield, VP of Business & Legal Affairs at Paramount Global and Lecturer in Law at USC Gould School of Law, this guide offers in-depth insights into emerging film markets across Spain, Italy, and parts of Asia.
AI tests using Runway and Sono—simulated commercial projects assessing the software’s ability to generate highly dynamic movements and visuals using AI-driven media.
BARBIE Responsible for overseeing the management of digital inputs and outputs (I/Os) from five vendors. Ensure that all submitted shots are properly prepared for the internal VFX editorial team’s daily screening of visual effects shot reviews. Manage the in-house VFX compositor’s team and coordinate the production of temporary VFX shots during the post-visualization (post-viz) stage.
Walking Death: DEAD CITY Coordinate various stages of prep and production. Manage location set lidar scanning, vendors, wranglers, and digital assets.
HBOMax | RAP SH!T Onset daily working closely with Director, DP, and crew to craft shots, advising cost-effective solutions, and mitigate cleanup. Based at NBCU-Studios-Miami worked at multiple locations such as Miami Beach mansions, strip clubs, pool parties, intimate settings, beach locations, project neighborhoods, car driving scenes on trailers closing bridges and downtown, luxury vehicles, etc. On-set green/blue screen setups, screen burnouts (TVs, mobiles, signage), beauty prep (scars, tattoo, injuries, skin retouching, wig lines, nails)
Virtual Production Program – Unreal Engine – by Visual Effects Society| I always strive to keep up with the latest trends in production. I was privileged to be part of the Unreal Engine Virtual Production program, offered exclusively to a select group of Visual Effects Society members. This program was designed to teach the latest tools and techniques of the Unreal Engine platform. With a solid foundation, the ultimate goal was for students to produce a short animated film, showcasing all they had learned and using these skills to tell compelling stories. Although I have used very little 3D software in the past, this program revealed a whole new range of possibilities for storytelling and creating 3D environments in real time.
VFX REEL – I have extensive experience compositing visual effects shots for feature films, series, and commercials across various genres. My work spans dramas, space adventures, action-packed scenes, and animated projects. Each project showcases my ability to seamlessly integrate VFX into diverse storytelling environments, enhancing the visual narrative and bringing imaginative worlds to life.
FILMS I WORKED ON – VFX COMPOSITING
NETWORKS AND AGENCIES I WORKED ON – CREATIVE DIRECTION – DESIGN
NETWORK MOTION DESIGN REEL – Earlier in my career, I started as a designer and progressed to a motion graphics artist, eventually becoming a network Art Director. My projects have ranged from sports, news, and entertainment shows to opening titles and network branding.branding, soccer world cups, marketing-sales upfront among others.
FUN PHOTOGRAPHY – Here are some photos from places I’ve visited and curious moments that caught my eye. As I explore with my camera, I focus on the details, light, composition, and the stories behind them that inspire me to write.
FUN LITTLE FILMS – Here are some fun videos from my daily bike rides and travels, captured while playing with my iPhone. Each clip reflects spontaneous moments and unique perspectives that keep all my explorations in vivid memory.