Senior FX TD / Artist
Ali Rizvi
Ali Rizvi is an FX artist and Technical Director from British Columbia, known for his unique mix of technical precision and creative vision in the visual effects world. His journey began in 2010, when he graduated with a degree in Computer Engineering and set his sights on animation studios. Fueled by a passion for bringing digital worlds to life, Ali took a bold leap into visual effects, earning a Master of Arts in Visual Effects from the Savannah College of Art & Design in 2016.
His career quickly picked up speed as a freelance FX Technical Director/Artist in Los Angeles, where he collaborated with top studios like BLUR, The Mill, Psyop, Electric Theater Collective, and MPC - Los Angeles. Each project became a platform to bring imaginative worlds and complex effects to life, establishing a strong foundation for his future in the industry.
In 2017, Ali moved to Vancouver and joined Method Studios, contributing to high-profile projects like Marvel's Black Panther and Deadpool 2. This momentum continued as he joined Industrial Light and Magic in 2018, where he worked on major productions including Aquaman, Captain Marvel, and Terminator: Dark Fate. His time at Scanline VFX (2019-2020) saw him tackling monumental projects such as Marvel’s The Eternals, Zack Snyder’s Justice League, Godzilla Vs. Kong, and Reminiscence.
At the end of 2020, Ali brought his creative talents to Double Negative (DNEG), where he worked on films like Venom: Let There Be Carnage, Uncharted, and Netflix's acclaimed Slumberland. His contributions to Slumberland—specifically the procedural growth of trees and vegetation—earned his team a VES award for Outstanding Created Environment in a Photoreal Feature.
In 2022, Ali continued his journey at Luma Pictures, contributing to Disney Plus series like Ahsoka and I Am Groot. His technical and artistic contributions helped the team secure a 2023 Children's & Family Creative Arts Emmy for Short Form Program, with Ali’s work adding layers of realism and magic to scenes involving explosive effects, character interactions, and supernatural elements in Doctor Strange.
Most recently, in 2024, Ali joined Digital Domain, where he took on some of his most challenging visual effects yet, working on Venom: The Last Dance. His expertise also played a vital role in Captain America: Brave New World, expected to release in early 2025.
With every project, Ali pushes the boundaries of what’s possible in visual effects, crafting unforgettable visuals that captivate audiences worldwide. As he moves forward, he’s driven by a simple goal: to keep bringing the magic of the movies to life, one spectacular scene at a time.
If you want to see more of Ali's recent works, visit Demo reel section.