In partnership with RENDR Festival and supported by the National Talent Academy for VFX, we are delighted to present the first in a very special speaker series.
Recorded on location at RENDR 2026 in Banana Block Belfast, we caught up with Emmy and Visual Effects Society award-winning VFX Supervisor Jay Worth, whose impressive list of credits includes Westworld, Lost, Fringe, Alias, Person of Interest, The Magicians and Fallout. In this in-depth conversation, he discusses his transition from theatre to VFX, creatively collaborating with J.J. Abrams, and building the beautiful worlds that he’s most proud of.
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Jay Worth
Jay Worth is an Emmy and Visual Effects Society award winner who began his career in 1997 at Digital Domain. He fell in love working on episodic television in 2005 on Alias. He has had the privilege of collaborating with Jonah Nolan and Kilter films as well as J.J. Abrams and Bad Robot throughout his career. He has worked on over 500 episodes of television such as Westworld, Lost, Fringe, Alias, Person of Interest, The Magicians and Fallout. He has won an Emmy for his work on Westworld as well as collecting 9 other nominations spanning 7 different shows - along with winning a Visual Effects Society award for Fringe and collecting 11 additional nominations.
RENDR FESTIVAL
This is a unique event celebrating creative craft and artistry in a fully immersive two-day festival exploring the space between Creativity and Technology. Ignite your imagination with inspiring speakers from the worlds of Film, Gaming, Animation, Immersive, and more! Learn from the best, with 30+ creatives from the likes of Netflix, Pixar, Walt Disney Studios and Epic Games among others.
Witness creative uses of new technology, explore the gallery of digital art, chow down at the food village or play in the arcade. You will be transported to the future, and provide you with unforgettable and inspirational nights. Like nothing you have experienced before, our unique combination is guaranteed to provide two nights you can’t miss. Come for the talks, stay for the experience!
National Talent Academy for Visual Effects
As the newest of the Academies, the National Talent Academy for VFX provides support and opportunities for anyone interested in a career in VFX. Launched in 2024, the National Talent Academy for VFX is an initiative of Fis Eireann/Screen Ireland, managed by Cultural & Creative Industries Skillnet. Their mission is to transform aspiring VFX artists into industry-ready professionals while providing ongoing upskilling opportunities for current talent.
Through comprehensive courses and programmess, we introduce participants to best practices both locally and globally, creating clear pathways and solidifying Ireland’s reputation as a premier destination for VFX. The National Talent Academy for VFX is dedicated to attracting individuals from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, fostering greater awareness of VFX as a viable and exciting career choice. Learn more about the work they do here.