Jesse Kurnit moves from Transistor Studios to MPC NY as head of production to oversee all VFX work as well as building MPC’s client base.

From the release:

MPC NY is pleased to welcome Jesse Kurnit as head of production. Jesse joins from Transistor Studios with over 10 years of production experience. Working closely with Managing Director Justin Brukman and Executive Producer Camila De Biaggi, Jesse is responsible for overseeing production of all VFX work as well as continuing to build MPC’s prestigious client base.

Jesse has worked across a diverse portfolio of commercial projects from Pepsi campaigns featuring Mariah Carey, Yoda, and Alex Rodriguez to various spots for Budweiser’s iconic Clydesdales and GE’s “Ecomagination.” He has produced a variety of Super Bowl and Oscar spots, as well as work for the Olympics, MSG and the NFL. Working with leading agencies such as Ogilvy, BBDO, Grey, and Y&R, his projects have garnered Creativity’s Editor’s Picks and SHOOT’s Top Spot of the Week.

“We’re incredibly excited to have Jesse on board as we head into one of our most exciting creative periods,” said Justin. “His extensive VFX background and tremendous leadership will be instrumental in ensuring exceptional quality across our work as well as grow our production capabilities.”

“I am thrilled to be joining MPC, a company that year after year raises the global bar for cutting-edge visual effects work,” said Jesse. “I look forward to continuing this tradition of excellence and pushing the boundaries of our ever-evolving industry.”