About Digital Frontier FX
Digital Frontier FX (DFFX) is a visual effects and virtual production studio based in Los Angeles, CA. Formed by Chad and Jaimie Finnerty, the studio aims to keep VFX work in LA by providing competitive pricing and high-quality products. They blend emerging talent with industry veterans to push boundaries in animation, simulation, and real-time workflows.
Mission
At Digital Frontier FX (DFFX), our mission is to empower storytellers through world-class visual effects, virtual production, and cutting-edge AI integration.
Approach
They are committed to using the most advanced tools and methodologies to streamline production, optimize budgets, and exceed expectations. They utilize an Unreal-powered virtual production pipeline and a cutting-edge 54-camera 4D video/photogrammetry rig for volumetric capture, enabling fast, high-fidelity digital doubles and performance capture.
What Sets Them Apart
Headquarters
1633 S La Cienega Blvd
Featured Work
Digital Frontier FX (2019) | CG Reel by Digital Frontier FX
Fear the Walking Dead VFX Breakdown by Digital Frontier FX
Siren Season 2 VFX Reel
Xeno Official Trailer
Post-Production Capabilities
4 servicesPre-Production & Virtual Production
Storyboarding, Concept Development, Previsualization (Previs) & PostVis, Virtual Production Planning.
Traditional VFX Services
3D crowd simulations, Creature animation & digital doubles, Magical and destruction FX, Set extensions & environment creation, Plate cleanup & compositing.
Volumetric Capture & Animated Gaussian Splats
4D video/photogrammetry rig, animated Gaussian splats, real-time re-lighting, Unreal Engine integration.
AI Integration & Machine Learning Pipelines
Face replacements, Digital doubles, AI-driven beauty work.
Types of Work
Notable Clients & Projects
Industries Served
Awards & Recognition
2 awardsAcademy Award (Chad Finnerty for Happy Feet)
2006
Emmy Award (Jaimie Finnerty for Dragons: Riders of Berk)
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Firm Leadership
Chad Finnerty
Owner / VFX Supervisor
Academy Award-winning artist with experience at Digital Domain and Pixomondo. Specializes in crowd simulation, animation, and motion capture.
Jaimie Lee Finnerty
Owner / VFX Producer
Over 15 years of experience in VFX production management at studios like Digital Domain, DreamWorks Animation, and Sony Pictures Imageworks.
Ahmet Zappa
Chief Creative Officer
Entrepreneur, author, screenwriter, and producer. Manages the Frank Zappa estate and consults for various businesses.
News & Press
Digital hologram companies forge ahead with 'new kind of entertainment'
https://www.mercurynews.com/2018/10/22/with-ronald-reagan-and-roy-orbison-on-stage-and-amy-winehouse-in-the-works-digital-hologram-companies-forge-ahead-with-new-kind-of-entertainment/
Ronald Reagan is back — as a digital hologram
https://www.latimes.com/business/hollywood/la-fi-ct-ronald-reagan-hologram-20181010-story.html
Office Locations
Los Angeles
1633 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035
Pricing Information
Project-based
Competitive pricing
Note: Pricing varies based on project scope, complexity, and timeline. Contact Digital Frontier FX directly for a detailed quote tailored to your specific project requirements.