Who We Are

Tom is a versatile VFX Supervisor with extensive experience directing visual effects shot around the world on behalf of Production and/or RSVFX. His 30 years+ of experience spans the gamut of digital effects, from miniatures to bigatures and historical pieces to futuristic landscapes. Turnbull has specialized knowledge in Motion Control, Motion Capture, Miniatures, VFX Element Photography and 2nd Unit Directing. A two-time BAFTA recipient for Best Visual Effects - ITV’s mini-series TITANIC and BBC’s THE DAY OF THE TRIFFIDS, Tom is also a three-time Canadian Screen Award winner - TERRY (CTV), SHATTERED CITY: THE HALIFAX EXPLOSION (CBC), and THE ARROW (CBC). Additionally, he holds three Emmy nominations - Fox’s FRINGE, HAVEN and THE PATH to 9/11. Tom co-founded Rocket Science VFX in 2003. IMDB

Anthony sowed his roots in the early 90’s working on motion graphics and digital effects for Gene Roddenberry’s (Universal),ROBOCOP: THE SERIES (Buena Vista) under his Nerve FX banner. The boutique would later be acquired by Canadian prodco/distributor Alliance Atlantis. In 2003, Anthony co-founded Rocket Science, working to blend science and artistry to create visually stunning imagery. He has been nominated for three Emmy Awards for HANNIBAL (NBC) and THE PATH TO 9/11 (ABC). Additionally, he has been continually recognized by his Canadian peers, with two Canadian Screen Awards (CSA) for KILLJOYS (SyFy), and four CSA nominations for his work in the field of visual effects. IMDB

As Senior Compositor, Ian brings many years of production experience to Rocket Science. A Gemini-award winner for Best Visual Effects for his work on Terry (2005), Ian also holds an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Special Effects for The Path to 9/11 (2006). Additional recognition includes a VES nomination for The Man Who Saved Christmas (2002), two Canadian Screen Award nominations for Titanic (TV miniseries 2012) and Wet Bum (2014), and a Gemini nomination for Best Visual Effects on Everest (2007). IMDB

Coming to Rocket Science from MPC (Mr.X) Toronto, Schofield spent 16 years helping to lead creative at the studio while working to build the matte painting department. His illustrious filmography includes tiles from distinguished filmmakers, including, Tim Burton’s WEDNESDAY (Netflix), James Gray’s AD ASTRA (Fox) Guillermo del Toro’s NIGHTMARE ALLEY and CRIMSON PEAK (Fox), Alfonso Cuaron’s ROMA (Netflix), and Olivia Newman’s WHERE THE CRAWDAD'S SING (Columbia Pictures). With a 2023 VES nomination for his work on VIKINGS: VALHALLA (Netflix), Matt’s recent credits also include MS. MARVEL (Disney+). His work was recognized early in his career with a Primetime Emmy nomination for HAVEN in 2001. In 2006 his digital matte painting work was part of a VFX Oscar nomination for Bryan Singer’s SUPERMAN RETURNS (Warner Bros.). Matt’s traditional art focuses on his interest in observing the idiosyncratic nature of the photographer and their subjects. He has been exhibiting his artwork in commercial galleries, museums and artist run centres nationally and internationally since 1996. He has exhibited in Paris, Brussels, Florence, San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, Brooklyn, Chicago, Orlando, Miami and Toronto. He has exhibited with Nicholas Metivier Gallery, Mulherin and Pollard, Kabat-Wrobel Gallery, MEG Gallery, DU art Gallery, Zia Gallery and Projects Gallery. He has participated in group and curated exhibitions At The Red Head Gallery, Loop Gallery; Propeller Gallery and AWOL Gallery. Matthew's work has been highlighted in Toronto Life Magazine, The Globe and Mail, and NOW Magazine. He is featured in the book Carte Blanche Volume 2: Painting, which is an overview of the state of Canadian painting in 2008. In 2011 he was a finalist in the BP Portrait award in London, UK and in the same year he was a finalist in the Kingston Prize for Portraiture. In 2009 he was a finalist in the Kingston Prize for Portraiture. Matthew started his education in Architecture and completed an Honours Degree in Fine Arts from both McMaster University and the Ontario College of Art and Design. IMDB

JP has delivered VFX on large scale features and streaming TV series. With over 17 years in the visual effects industry, JP recently held post at Mr. X as a VFX Producer and prior to that as Supervising VFX Producer at Deluxe, overseeing the Toronto VFX team. His credits include Scott Cooper’s ANTLERS (Searchlight), Gina Prynce-Bythewood’s THE OLD GUARD (Netflix), Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett’s READY OR NOT (Searchlight), ALTERED CARBON (Netflix), THE EXPANSE (Amazon), THE UMBRELLA ACADEMY (Netflix) and STAR TREK: DISCOVERY (CBS). IMDB  

Christa Tazzeo is a twenty year veteran of the film and television industry. With long standing roots in visual effects and postproduction, as a producer and business development executive, she has worked with filmmakers to deliver the best creative driven solutions for the screen. Tazzeo Morson is credited with work on the Academy Award winning feature SPOTLIGHT (Open Road Films), the Emmy award winning television series’ GAME OF THRONES (HBO) and THE HANDMAID’S TALE (Hulu). Additional credits include TV series such as Rian Johnson’s POKERFACE (Peacock), Tim Burton’s WEDNESDAY (Netflix), Steve Blackman’s THE UMBRELLA ACADEMY (Netflix) and features including, MURDER MYSTERY 2 (d. Jeremy Garelick), READY OR NOT (d. Radio Silence), and Warner Bros./ DC’s SUICIDE SQUAD (d. David Ayer). A founding board member and past Chair of the Visual Effects Society (VES) Toronto section, Christa is an active member of the Toronto production community. She held a publicly appointed seat on the City of Toronto Film Board, and currently sits on the Ontario Creates Industry Advisory Council and the Women in Film and Television (WIFT) Engagement Committee. IMDB

After completing a First-Class Honours degree in Media Arts at the University of London, Hughes launched her career in film in 2005, working on Tim Burton’s CORPSE BRIDE. In 2010, she worked as a VFX Production Manager on TRON: LEGACY (d. Joseph Kosinski), rapidly progressing into VFX Producing and VFX Supervision. Winning three Canadian Screen Awards for Achievement in Visual Effects, for RESIDENT EVIL: RETRIBUTION (d. Paul W. S. Anderson), THE MORTAL INSTRUMENTS: CITY OF BONES (d. Harald Zwart), and POMPEII (d. Paul W. S. Anderson), Hughes’ portfolio includes titles such as RESIDENT EVIL: WELCOME TO RACCOON CITY (d. Johannes Roberts), SEX/LIFE (Netflix), and THE CHANGELING (Apple TV+), and most recently SOMETHING VERY BAD IS GOING TO HAPPEN (Netflix), where she served as Overall VFX Supervisor/Producer. With a fervent interest in emerging technology and passion for visual arts, Jo is a dedicated member of the Visual Effects Society and mentor for Women in Film and Television. IMDB

Tom Plaskett has spent over a decade honing his craft. A graduate of Confederation College's Multimedia Production and Broadcasting program, Tom is a passionate gamer with a longstanding interest in new technology, drawing inspiration from crossover storytelling techniques. Garnering an Emmy nomination for his work on HANNIBAL (NBC), additional credits include THE UMBRELLA ACADEMY (Netflix), THE BOYS (Amazon), and THE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF USHER (Netflix). Plaskett’s recent work includes Nick Santora's REACHER (Amazon) and Daniel Roher’s critically acclaimed TUNER (Black Bear Pictures). IMDB

A creative instinct that started with making films as a teenager eventually carried Adam to Vancouver Film School into commercials and short films, before he made his mark in visual effects. Earning an Emmy nomination on THE BORGIAS (Showtime), Jewett has also been recognized with Canadian Screen Awards for his work on THE TUDORS (Showtime) and the feature film BROTHERHOOD. His filmography includes Eric Kripke’s BOY’s spinoff, GEN V, Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck's FREAKY TALES (Lionsgate), Jason Momoa's CHIEF OF WAR (Apple), the Muschietti’s IT: WELCOME TO DERRY (HBO), and Radio Silence’s READY OR NOT 2: HERE I COME (Searchlight). Adam is currently Production VFX Supervisor on MEMORY OF A KILLER (Fox). IMDB

John is passionately focused on the best approach to visually express a story. With more than 35 years of experience as a digital artist, his work had been recognized with two Emmy nominations, bringing the iconic ‘Thing’ to life WEDNESDAY (Netflix) and HANNIBAL (NBC). Along with a Canadian Screen Award for THE ARROW (CBC) and a nomination on COPPER (BBC). His television credits also span all six seasons of the acclaimed sci-fi series THE EXPANSE (Amazon). A lifelong film fan, John’s influences include Hitchcock, Kubrick, Coppola, Spielberg, and Frankenheimer. IMDB

Ali Mio is a passionate, creative Producer with 7+ years’ experience in the screen based industry specializing in animation and visual effects. She excels at managing features and TV series from concept to completion with her eye on delivering the best creative from teams of varying sizes. Her credits include the award winning animated feature film NEXT GEN (Netflix), Jorge Gutierrez’s animated mini-series MAYA AND THE THREE (Netflix), and Tim Burton’s TV series WEDNESDAY (Netflix). IMDB

Florent Villegas leads productions on asset-driven visual effects where world-building and creature integration unfold at scale. With nearly a decade of experience, Flo’s credits include GEN V (Amazon), Jordan Peele’s NOPE (Universal Pictures), JJ Abrams’ STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER (Disney) and Ridley Scott’s ALIEN: COVENANT (20th Century Fox). Villegas concentrates on building production frameworks that keep work organized and cohesive as shows evolve, protecting schedule, team sustainability, and creative momentum. IMDB