Emile Edwin Smith is an Emmy Award–winning and VES Award–winning director, writer, producer, visual effects supervisor, and AI storyteller with 20+ years of experience in film, television, gaming, and commercials. Based in California, he has delivered iconic work on Serenity, Rango, Firefly, Battlestar Galactica, CSI, and Star Trek: Voyager, while also directing features such as Mega Shark vs. Mecha Shark, Age of Ice, Flight World War II, and Ice Sharks.
As both a filmmaker and innovator, Emile blends narrative vision with technical mastery. His writing credits (Age of Ice, Ice Sharks) and on-screen roles show his versatility, while his leadership at ILM, Alkemy X, Zoic Studios, and Electronic Arts demonstrates his ability to guide teams toward complex creative goals.
A pioneer in AI-driven filmmaking, he integrates generative design, AI-assisted visual development, machine learning animation, and AI-enhanced previs into production workflows. He is currently developing a slate of AI-powered short films that explore new creative and technical frontiers.
Career Highlights:
- Emmy and 2× VES Award Winner (multiple nominations)
- VFX leadership on studio films, TV, and games
- Director & writer of multiple feature films
- AI + VFX consultant for studios, creators, and brands
Emile’s work reflects a rare balance of artistry, innovation, and leadership—positioning him at the intersection of traditional filmmaking and the AI-powered future of storytelling.