Baked Studios, a boutique VFX agency with locations in New York, Los Angeles, Montana, and an upcoming Atlanta site, has redefined its workflow by integrating Suite’s cloud storage platform with their existing on-premise infrastructure. This hybrid solution allows seamless collaboration between remote and in-office teams, enabling artists to access, edit, and share massive VFX assets in real-time. Using Suite as a mounted drive integrated with industry-standard tools like Flow Production Tracking (formerly ShotGrid), Baked has optimized file management, maintained version control, and enhanced security. The result is a streamlined process where remote artists can work as if they’re in-office, all while leveraging existing plugins and configurations for efficiency.
This revamped cloud-based system empowers Baked Studios to scale effortlessly, tackle increasingly complex VFX projects, and expand into new markets like Atlanta without hefty on-premise infrastructure investments. With Suite’s advanced features—such as CLI compatibility, Time Machine for version recall, and secure file-sharing via Suite Connect—the studio has unlocked new levels of flexibility and collaboration. According to founder George Loucas, the technology has made growth less daunting and enabled the team to deliver high-quality visual effects efficiently, setting a new standard for mid-sized VFX studios. As visual effects demand continues to rise, Baked Studios’ innovative approach positions it at the forefront of the industry.
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