Alex Halstead

Alex Halstead is an accomplished FX Supervisor and Founder of Battleready Academy, which focuses on teaching FX creation at a professional level. Currently serving as FX Supervisor at Industrial Light & Magic, Alex has contributed to prominent projects such as "Wicked," "Star Wars: Skeleton Crew," and "Star Wars: Ahsoka." Previously, Alex held the position of Head of FX at Framestore, ensuring high-quality visual effects for titles like "Borderlands" and "Lyle Lyle Crocodile." With extensive experience spanning several notable companies in the visual effects industry, including Method Studios and Sony Pictures Imageworks, Alex has played key roles on a diverse range of films, solidifying a reputation for excellence in FX artistry.