Company Research Report: FOLKS
Company Overview
Name
FOLKS
Mission
Create exceptional visual effects that bring the vision of world-class filmmakers to life by providing an environment driven by passion, expertise, creativity, and collaboration.
When was the Company Founded and by Whom
Founded in 2012 in Montreal.
Key People in the Company
- Sébastien Bergeron: CEO of Pitch Black / FOLKS Co-Founder
- Amélie Poitras: President
- Matthew Belbin: Co-Founder / Global Head of Production
- Philippe Thibault: Head of Studio / Co-Founder / Senior VFX Supervisor
Headquarters
Montreal, Toronto, Bogotá, Saguenay, and Mumbai.
Number of Employees
550 employees across various locations.
Revenue
No information is available.
What is the Company Known For
FOLKS specializes in creating large-scale visual effects for film and television. The company is known for its focus on creativity, collaboration, and excellence, and has become an industry leader by bringing imagination to life.
Products
What Products do They Offer
Visual Effects (VFX) services for film and television.
High-Level Description of the Product
FOLKS provides comprehensive VFX services that span from initial concept to the final product. The company’s services include environment creation, character animation, creature effects, and realistic VFX, among others. Each project is handled by tightening-knit teams who work collaboratively to deliver innovative and creative visual effects that align with the filmmakers' visions.
Key Features of Each of the Products
- Environment Creation: Crafting detailed environments, sometimes digitally, to enhance the narrative of films and television shows.
- Character Animation: Creating lifelike animations for characters, both human and non-human.
- Creature Effects: Designing and animating creatures that are realistic and detailed.
- Realistic VFX: Implementing practical and digital effects that integrate seamlessly into live-action shots.
Recent Developments
Recent Developments in the Company
- VES Award: On February 22, 2024, FOLKS won the Visual Effects Society (VES) award in the 'Outstanding Compositing & Lighting in a Feature' category for their work on "The Creator".
New Products Launched
No information is available.
New Features Added to Existing Products
No information is available.
Any New Partnerships
No information is available.
Contact Information
Montreal
4371 Papineau Ave.
Montreal, QC,H2H 1T7
+1 514 484 6720
info@folksvfx.com
Toronto
158 Sterling Rd.
Toronto, ON, M6R 2B7
+1 416 848 4120
info@folksvfx.com
Bogotá
Carrera 9 #77-67 - O. 801
Bogotá, Colombia
+57 1 508 5311
info@folksvfx.com
Saguenay
110 Racine Est suite 101,
Chicoutimi, QC G7H 1R1
+1 514 484 6720
info@folksvfx.com
Mumbai
Raiaskaran Tech Park,
Office No. 2, Level 1, Tower II,
MV (Andheri Kurla) Road,
Saki Naka,
Andheri East,
Mumbai 400072
info-mum@folksvfx.com
Online Presence
- [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/folksvfx)
- [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/folksvfx)
- [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/folksvfx)
- [Vimeo](https://vimeo.com/folksvfx)
For additional details, please visit the official website of FOLKS: [https://folksvfx.com/](https://folksvfx.com/)
