DAX Digest August 1st 2025

Industry News • Published on 01/08/2025

DAX Digest - Bitesize Industry Updates

August 1, 2025

In this edition:

July has come and gone. As we head deeper into the second half of 2025, data is starting to show that VFX and Animation Studios are steadily crewing up and projects are beginning to land.

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Finding your next role can feel like a full time job. We created The DAX JobBoard to help simplify the Job Search and Hiring process. The DAX JobBoard is officially one month old and celebrates it's First Full Month with a bumper number of global roles across VFX, Animation, Games and Immersive Media.

We all love efficiencies, right? Our mission is to create a centralised, easy to navigate space which enables Job Seekers and Recruiters to efficiently advertise and apply for the latest roles across VFX, Animation, Games and Immersive Media. We are seeing more skills crossover between adjacent sectors and the DAX JobBoard is here to help Job Seekers navigate that space.

If you are looking for your next role, sign up FOR FREE for daily or weekly Job Updates direct to your inbox. You can also upload your latest CV and Reel / Portfolio to create a profile and apply direct to the roles being advertised.

Studios and Hiring Managers, with over 3,000 interactions in the first month, the DAX JobBoard is a great place to post your roles FOR FREE and ensure they are being seen by our highly engaged and growing community. Applications come direct to your ATS or Recruiting Inbox - no fees attached!

Visual Effects & Animation World Atlas 2025


Jospeh Bell - Founder Visual Effects & Animation World Atlas


The Visual Effects & Animation World Atlas 2025 is here! Joseph Bell and his team have done another amazing job bringing together all the latest data on the current shape of the global VFX and Animation industries. At such a dynamic time within the Creative Tech space, the Visual Effects & Animation World Atlas 2025 shares essential and easy to digest data that helps to paint a clear picture of the current state of play within the industry. From Animation in Canada to VFX in Australia, the Visual Effects & Animation World Atlas 2025 has got you covered. Download it here for FREE!

Upcoming Events:



SIGGRAPH 2025 will see the cream of the CG and Interactive industry gather in Vancouver from the 10th to 14th of August. From Autodesk to Eyeline, Laika to Weta, and countless more boundary pushing organisations in between, there will be no shortage of amazing talks and opportunities to network and connect with the very best industry leaders and talent.



CONCEPT 101 - 22nd August London. Following hot on the heels of the fantastic CG 101 in June, CONCEPT 101 returns with unmissable talks, portfolio reviews and great opportunities to connect with top studios including Framestore, Supercell and Maverick Games.



Gamescom 2025 - The world's largest gaming event takes place from 20-24 August in Cologne, Germany. As a key event in the global Games Industry calendar Gamescom brings together developers, publishers and fans to showcase the latest games, technologies and interactive experiences. Exhibitors include Bandai Namco, Krafton, Grinding Gear Games and many more.

Who's Hiring?

We are seeing a steady uptick in hiring in VFX and Animation right now with Studios across the UK, Europe, North America and the Asia Pacific Region preparing for a busier second half of 2025.

Alongside major players like - ILM, Framestore, Scanline, Rodeo and DNEG, we are also seeing great opportunities opening up with indie and boutique studios like BlueBolt, Barnstorm VFX, Megalis, Outpost, 22DOGS and Untold to name a few as well as a growing number of Animation opportunities with the likes of Triggerfish, Netflix Animation and Flying Bark.

Check out the current list of all the latest employers on the DAX JobBoard

RECRUITING SCAMS

Once again we are seeing an increase in recruitment scams being reported by studios. At a time when many people are looking for new roles unscrupulous fraudsters are constantly looking for ways to hijack your cash or personal data, often creating urgency and excitement around fake job listings.

  • Genuine recruiters will NEVER ask for money, bank account or social security / national insurance details up front.
  • Beware of contact from free or non-business accounts - Hotmail / Gmail etc.
  • Instant job offer with high salary - if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
  • Do your due diligence, take time to check into a role / job description and the studio in question.
  • Report any suspicious behaviour to the studio in question via official contact / email route.

Thanks for stopping by. Until Next Time!