Oscar-Winning VFX Director Robert Legato Joins Stability AI

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The well-known generative AI firm responsible for the widely used Stable Diffusion image model, Stability AI, has brought on board visual effects maestro Robert Legato to serve as their main architect for pipeline design.

A three-time Academy Award recipient, Legato has been a frequent partner of director James Cameron and played a significant role in crafting the virtual camera methods utilized in the film ‘Avatar’. He won Oscars for his work on ‘Titanic’, ‘Huge’ and ‘The Jungle Book’.

With three Academy Awards under his belt, earned for his contributions to ‘Titanic’, ‘Huge’, and ‘The Jungle Book’, Legato has also worked closely with director James Cameron over many years. Together they developed the virtual cinematography techniques that were used in the production of ‘Avatar’.

Cameron is a board member of Stability AI, having joined the company a year ago.

On Wednesday, Prem Akkaraju, CEO of Stability, revealed that they have hired an expert in Visual Effects (VFX) to spearhead the creation of a system for utilizing their company’s tools within the VFX sector. Additionally, this new hire will be responsible for fostering connections with the broader VFX industry as well.

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Prem Akkaraju, CEO of Stability, unveiled on Wednesday that they have brought in an expert in Visual Effects (VFX) to establish a system for their company’s tools and collaborate within the VFX sector. Furthermore, this new hire will focus on cultivating relationships with the broader VFX industry.

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In a statement made on Wednesday, Prem Akkaraju, CEO of Stability, revealed that they have recruited an expert in Visual Effects (VFX). This individual will be responsible for setting up a pipeline for using their company’s tools within the VFX field and nurturing ties with the wider VFX industry.

I’m absolutely ecstatic about my new journey with Stability AI! The prospect of contributing to the upcoming revolution in filmmaking is simply exhilarating. Led by visionaries like Prem Akkaraju and Jim Cameron, this company promises unbounded potential. What truly gets me pumped is Stability AI’s dedication towards filmmakers – creating a tool that is not only potent but also user-friendly, designed to boost creativity instead of overshadowing it. This artist-centric approach to AI makes me overjoyed to be on board!

Rob’s skills in Visual Effects (VFX) are second to none. For three decades, he’s been working at the boundary where art meets science, spearheading the significant technological advancements in filmmaking through Computer-Generated Imagery (CGI). Akkaraju commented that this background makes him an ideal fit as we redefine visual media production once more with artificial intelligence tools based on GPUs. Rob’s choice to join Stability AI underscores the power of our technology and team, pointing towards a future where generative AI will revolutionize professional storytelling.

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2025-03-19 20:26