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Sony and ILM Chiefs Discuss Bad Bosses and Changing Studio Culture
At the View Conference in Turin, industry leaders gathered to discuss the evolving landscape of studio culture, leadership, and mentorship. Sony Pictures Imageworks president Michelle Grady famously noted that 'culture is what you tolerate,' emphasizing the need for hard decisions regarding workplace behavior. Joined by ILM's Janet Lewin and other prominent figures from Pixar, Skydance, and Guerrilla Games, the panel explored how modern animation and VFX studios must adapt to new expectations. They also addressed the shrinking opportunities for developing young talent and the impact of difficult past experiences with management.