About CIS Hollywood
CIS Hollywood (Composite Image Systems) was a pioneering visual effects and post-production company based in Hollywood, California. Founded in 1984, the company was renowned for its groundbreaking work in compositing and visual effects for major feature films and television series, before being acquired by Deluxe and merged into Method Studios in 2011.
Mission
To provide innovative and high-quality visual effects and compositing services for the film and television industry, pushing the boundaries of digital integration.
Approach
CIS Hollywood pioneered the pin-registered film-to-tape transfer process and focused primarily on advanced 2D compositing techniques, while also expanding into 3D computer graphics to deliver seamless visual integration for complex feature films and television series.
What Sets Them Apart
Headquarters
1144 N Las Palmas Ave, Hollywood, CA 90038
Featured Work
CIS Hollywood flash website in 2004
Sight, Sound & Story Live The Role of the VFX Supervisor
Post-Production Capabilities
4 services2D Compositing
Specialized in complex 2D digital compositing for film and television
3D Computer Graphics
3D animation and digital character effects for feature films
Visual Effects
Full-service visual effects production including matte painting and wire removal
Film-to-Tape Transfer
Pioneered pin-registered film-to-tape transfer processes
Types of Work
Notable Clients & Projects
Industries Served
Awards & Recognition
2 awardsEmmy Award
1993
Emmy Award
1994
Firm Leadership
Joe Matza
Co-Founder and CEO
Co-founded the company in 1984 and served as CEO
Robert C. King
Co-Founder
Co-founded the company in 1984
Liz Ralston
Executive Producer
Named Executive Producer in 2010
Don Lee
Visual Effects Editor
Key figure in Star Trek compositing and Emmy winner
News & Press
Deluxe to Combine Visual Effects Companies Method, CIS
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/digital/deluxe-combine-visual-effects-companies-193503/
Liz Ralston Named Exec Producer Of CIS Hollywood
https://www.awn.com/news/liz-ralston-named-exec-producer-cis-hollywood
Office Locations
Hollywood
1144 N Las Palmas Ave, Hollywood, CA 90038
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 CIS Hollywood directly for a detailed quote tailored to your specific project requirements.