# Eyes On VFX Artist Chris Wells

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Podcast: [Eyes On: How Hollywood Works](https://stenobird.com/podcast/eyes-on-how-hollywood-works-7493628)
Published: 2025-12-03T12:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.eyesonpod.com/e/eyes-on-vfx-artist-chris-wells/
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## Resource

Chris Wells’ work in the VFX department spans from blockbusters like THE AVENGERS and AVATAR to acclaimed indie films like TAKE SHELTER and LOOPER. Chris shares his journey from wanting to be a forest ranger in rural Georgia to becoming a sought-after VFX producer in Hollywood, and offers his insights into an industry in transition. Chris discusses the dramatic shift in the VFX industry from brick-and-mortar studios to remote freelance work and why he enjoys the creative process on indie films more than massive studio tentpoles. We’ll hear his viewpoint on the future of AI in filmmaking and where the hype separates from reality. Chris doesn’t hold back either as he shares stories about standing up for his crew, what it takes to leave a toxic workplace, and why Southern honesty doesn't always play well in Hollywood.

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