Mike is a visual effects supervisor and researcher. He has a Ph.D. from Sydney University where he also did his Masters and his B Sc. in Pure Maths. His research is exploring using interactive Digital Humans in new forms of virtual production and beyond. In other words, he is looking at deploying realistic digital humans in new ways. Mike's research was awarded an EPIC Megagrant for this work. His expertise covers traditional 3D, real-time and neural rendering with AI.

Mike is an Internationally respected researcher & expert in Digital Humans and Virtual Production. His background in both visual effects and pure maths is a perfect fit for the coming modern age of AI-driven Visual Effects. Mike has previously worked internationally in film and TV R&D and in production, winning an AFI and being nominated for an Emmy Award. He has worked as a compositor, VFX supervisor, and second unit director on various TV shows and films. He was Chair of 2019 Real-Time Live at SIGGRAPH in Brisbane. He is perhaps best known for his work as a writer, consultant, and educator with the website fxguide which explores technology in the entertainment industry.