Lluis Casals Marsol
About Lluis Casals Marsol
Lluis Casals Marsol is a Senior Integrations Developer at Ftrack, specializing in VFX pipeline workflows and software development since 2007. He has extensive experience in various roles within the media industry, including positions at notable companies such as Weta Digital and Ilion Animation Studios.
Work at Backlight
Currently, Lluis Casals Marsol serves as a Senior Integrations Developer at Backlight, specifically working with Ftrack. He has held this position since 2022 and operates remotely from Palma, Balearic Islands, Spain. In this role, he focuses on enhancing integration frameworks to improve studio pipeline experiences.
Previous Experience at Ftrack
Before his current role at Backlight, Lluis worked at Ftrack as a Pipeline Developer, where he was the Principal Developer for the Integrations Framework from 2019 to 2021. His tenure at Ftrack allowed him to deepen his expertise in VFX pipeline workflows and software development.
Education and Expertise
Lluis has a solid educational background in computing and animation. He studied at Milà i Fontanals, focusing on the exploitation of IT systems, and later obtained a Master's degree in 3D from UIB MAISCA. Additionally, he completed seminars in Rigging at Pepe School Land, enhancing his skills in body setup and facial rigging.
Background in VFX and Software Development
With a career spanning over 15 years, Lluis has developed a deep understanding of VFX pipeline workflows and software development. His roles have included Technical Director and Motion R&D at Weta Digital, where he contributed to notable films. He has also co-owned CGPills, developing various digital projects.
Achievements in Film and Technology
Lluis has contributed to several acclaimed films, including 'War for the Planet of the Apes', 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2', and 'Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets'. He specializes in creating tools and plugins for Digital Content Creation applications, enhancing user experience and production efficiency.