Philip Galler — CEO
A pioneer and leader at the intersection of the entertainment and technology sectors with a proven track record in managing and orchestrating complex productions and large scale business operations. Founded Lux Machina, one of the most influential production businesses in the last decade and coined the phrase "ICVFX". Recently founded Seismiq alongside long time partner Kris Murray to focus on content and creative development, paired with software development to build out tools and products for future storytellers. We are empowering the next generation of digital creators. Extensive experience in developing and launching innovative projects and deep understanding of the entertainment, creative and technology landscape, having undertaken leadership roles on projects for Lucasfilm, Disney, Netflix, Apple, and many others. Focusing on bringing real-time solutions to the future of live broadcast, film, I have been fortunate enough to find myself at the crossroads of technological innovation and creativity. By merging new tools and products with the hard to crack film market, I am able to provide unique solutions to cinematographers, artists and producers. Having helped spearhead the modern use of interactive, immersive lighting setups on stage to accompany the ever changing VFX workflow, I have an intimate understanding of film sets, and the intricacies of that market. I am always interested in discussing new projects and ideas for the entertainment industry! Please reach out to talk about an upcoming project and how I might be able to help you, or just to chat about technology in the industry.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a leader in Entertainment Technology with a focus on innovative production solutions.
Location: Los Angeles, California, United States
Experience: 17 yrs 3 mos
Skills
- Leadership
- Creative Technology
- Business Development
- Executive Leadership
- Project Management
- Media Server Programming
- Logistics Coordination
Career Highlights
- Pioneered real-time solutions for digital storytelling.
- Led award-winning projects for major entertainment studios.
- Co-founded influential production companies in entertainment.
Work Experience
180 Studios
Chief Innovation Officer (5 mos)
seismiq
Co-Founder (1 yr 10 mos)
Lux Machina Consulting
President (10 mos)
NEP Virtual Studios
CTO (1 yr 4 mos)
Lux Machina Consulting
Virtual Production Supervisor and Producer (11 mos)
Co-CEO (2 yrs 2 mos)
Top Gun: Maverick (2 mos)
American Music Awards (0 mo)
Mickey Mouse's 90th Anniversary Spectacular (0 mo)
Star Wars: Episode IX (0 mo)
The Mandalorian (1 yr 9 mos)
The Final Table (2 mos)
Solo: A Star Wars Story - Lux Machina Project Manager (1 yr 1 mo)
Chief Technology Officer (6 yrs 10 mos)
Sideshow the Musical
Moving Light Programmer (2 mos)
Disney Studio's Tomorrowland
Media Operator and LED Consultant (1 mo)
PRG Lighting
Event Staff (3 yrs 5 mos)
Production Coordinator/Project Manager (3 yrs 7 mos)
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Emerson College
