Galaxy Theater Austin
Autodesk Hits Austin 2025
Autodesk Hits Austin 2025
Join us October 2nd for a innovative look into the Media & Entertainment Industry - tools, workflows and success stories from professional artists and Autodesk Experts.
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Event details
Event details
Thursday, October 2nd, 2025<br/> Galaxy Theater Austin<br/> 6700 Middle Fiskville Rd., Austin TX, 78752
What You Will Learn
How Autodesk solutions, capabilities, and workflows enable artists to create and iterate faster.
Techniques and tricks on using Maya, 3ds Max, Bifrost, Arnold, Flow Production Tracking, and more.
Gain insights on Autodesk's approach to AI, Machine Learning and the industry as a whole.
Event agenda
Schedule is subject to modifications and will be updated accordingly.
5:00pm | Social Hour
Meet and Greet with light snacks & refreshments |
6:05pm | Welcome Announcement & Agenda Overview |
6:10pm | Presentations Begin The Electronic Game Developer Society at Austin (EGaDS) - introduce curious students to the world of game design, connect and share professional tips. Flow Studio Release M&E Collection Flow Production Tracking and Generative Scheduling AI Investments, Ongoing Research, & modeling session with a focus on new tech and future workflows Guest Speaker Spotlight - Brad Clark, Product Manager & Training Lead - Ozone Story Tech Easy wins in Maya Rigging for Artists and Animators Rigging and topology best practices for characters that move well The pros and cons of T-pose versus A-pose Key considerations when rigging for motion capture Simple fixes for common rigging mistakes (even seasoned professionals make them) Tips and tricks for faster and smarter skinning and rigging |
8:40pm | Closing Remarks & Giveaways
Prize raffle provided by Autodesk Marketing & Partners. |
Speakers
Brad Clark
Brad Clark
Product Manager & Training Lead
Ozone Story Tech
Founding partner - Rigging Dojo
Tracy Chinchilla
Tracy Chinchilla
Territory Sales Representative,
Media & Entertainment
Autodesk
Josephine Furman
Josephine Furman
Territory Sales Representative,
Media & Entertainment,
Autodesk
Jose Elizardo
Jose Elizardo
Technical Solutions Engineer,
Media & Entertainment,
Autodesk
Duane Rutkowski
Duane Rutkowski
Territory Solutions Engineer
Media & Entertainment,
Autodesk
Steven Roselle
Steven Roselle
Principal Product Manager,
Media & Entertainment,
Autodesk
Electronic Game Developer Society at Austin (EGaDS)
Electronic Game Developer Society at Austin (EGaDS)
Event Partners
Wacom
Wacom
Wacom is the global leader in the pen display and tablet market for creative users. As a technology company, we provide cutting-edge digital ink solutions for a wide range of partners using and producing smartphones, tablets and digital stationery.
Dell
Dell
Dell provides technology solutions, services & support. Buy Laptops, Touch Screen PCs, Desktops, Servers, Storage, Monitors, Gaming & Accessories.
3D Connexion
3D Connexion
3Dconnexion designs powerful, research-based ergonomic hardware and smart, easy-to-use software that combine seamlessly to make working in the world’s most popular CAD applications and 3D environments fast, comfortable and fun.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
This event is free for all registered guests! Space is limited, so please register promptly as we will be monitoring capacity at the venue.
Free parking in the OMSI lot will be available for this event.
Artists, marketing professionals and visual creators in animation, visual effects, game development, product & architectural visualization, retail or design industries.
New and experienced Media and Entertainment software users – all are welcome!
Reserve your spot today!
Reserve your spot today!
This event is free and open to everyone, however space is limited so please register to ensure your seat is saved. See you there!
This event is free and open to everyone, however space is limited so please register to ensure your seat is saved. See you there!
Reserve your spot today!
Reserve your spot today!
This event is free and open to everyone, however space is limited so please register to ensure your seat is saved. See you there!
This event is free and open to everyone, however space is limited so please register to ensure your seat is saved. See you there!