AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND - Thrain Shadbolt, an award-winning visual effects supervisor with a storied career at Wētā FX (previously Wētā Digital), will be join Cause and FX (https://causeandfx.nz) in February. Shadbolt is known for his work on numerous global blockbusters, including Avatar, Planet of the Apes, Ironman 3, The Avengers, Hawkeye, Shazam: Fury of the Gods and
Birds of Prey.
“Our team couldn’t be more excited to welcome Thrain,” notes Greg Flannagan, managing director at Cause and FX. “His expertise and creative vision are unparalleled. Having someone of his calibre join us is not just a win for our studio, but for our clients who trust us to deliver excellence on every project.”
Shadbolt’s arrival comes as Cause and FX prepares to take on a multiple high-profile international projects this year. The studio recently expanded its facilities and continues to grow its team with a focus on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture.