Fred Raimondi is a director, VFX supervisor and digital artist. As a VFX supervisor he partnered on projects with David Lynch, Michael Bay, David Fincher, Mark Pellington, Gus Van Sant, Lance Acord, and Alex Proyas. He was the lead compositor on the first season of “Star Trek, The Next Generation” along with Academy Award-winner Rob Legato.
In October 1993, Raimondi joined the startup phase of Digital Domain in Venice, California, where he played a large part in setting the stage and feel for the company’s Commercial Division. His need to be closer to the production process and desire to take VFX in commercials to a higher level saw him become the first VFX supervisor specifically in the Commercial arena.
He has directed ads and campaigns for brands like Chanel, Dell, Sony Playstation, Proctor and Gamble, IBM, Pfizer, Adidas, Budweiser, Nike, Levis, Sony, Visa, BBDO, Nintendo, McDonald's and many more. His work has garnered Gold and Silver Cannes Lions, Gold, Silver, and Bronze Clios, an MTV Video Music Award, and a Grammy.
An accomplished editor, photographer, and musician, he brings a unique skill set and creative vision to the projects he chooses. His experience as a “complete filmmaker” brings a unique blend of art and technology to his projects.
In June 2008, Raimondi left Digital Domain to pursue directing full time. He finished his first narrative film, “Heloise” based on the true 11th century story of Heloise and was selected for the 2011 Garden State Film Festival in Asbury Park. He continues to design and create VFX for a very select clientele, through his own company, The Ministry of Illusion.