About a52
a52 is a boutique visual effects studio based in Santa Monica, CA, and part of the MakeMake Entertainment collective. For nearly a quarter century, a52 has been redefining what is possible in VFX, collaborating with top directors, agencies, and clients to deliver innovative visual storytelling.
Mission
To redefine what is possible in VFX and deliver innovative, outstanding, and award-winning visual storytelling.
Approach
They approach their work with a focus on creativity, collaboration, and leveraging high-performance technology like Quantum StorNext to foster seamless teamwork among artists working on complex 4K multi-stream projects.
What Sets Them Apart
Headquarters
2308 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Featured Work
NIKE - JORDAN CAN'T BAN GREATNESS (Case Study)
benny blanco, BTS & Snoop Dogg - Bad Decisions
Autodesk VFX Showreel 2017
Audi Quattro Rain Commercial
Post-Production Capabilities
4 servicesVisual Effects & Narrative Technology
High-end photo-real visual effects and narrative tech
Color Grading & Finishing
Professional color grading and finishing services
Design & Animation
Creative design and animation services
Editing
Full-service editing capabilities
Types of Work
Notable Clients & Projects
Industries Served
Awards & Recognition
3 awardsShots Awards
2021
Eurobest
2015
ANDY Awards
2014
Firm Leadership
Angus Wall
Founder
Founder of MakeMake/a52
Eve Kornblum
Partner, Managing Director
Partner and Managing Director
Sasha Markova
Partner, Head of Story
Partner and Head of Story
Terry Leonard
Head of Production
Head of Production
Stacy Kessler
Head of Post Production
Head of Post Production
News & Press
a52 Named VFX Company Of The Year at the 2021 Shots Awards
https://lbbonline.com/news/a52-named-vfx-company-of-the-year-at-the-2021-shots-awards
How a52 used Quantum for VFX and animation workflows
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/karin-lambert-4a80412a_in-the-filmmaking-world-creative-professionals-activity-7325825237525159936-SoCg
IKEA Our Little World Spot by Mark Zibert and A52
https://www.stashmedia.tv/ikea-our-little-world-spot-by-mark-zibert-and-a52/
Office Locations
Santa Monica
2308 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA 90404
New York
245 5th Ave, New York, NY 10016
Pricing Information
Project-based
Contact the firm directly for pricing information based on your project requirements.
Note: Pricing varies based on project scope, complexity, and timeline. Contact a52 directly for a detailed quote tailored to your specific project requirements.