Eric Roth To Retire As Longtime Executive Director Of Visual Effects Society

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Eric Roth, the longtime executive director of the Visual Effects Society, is retiring after nearly 19 years on the job, effective September 30.“At this time in my life, while being mindful of some underlying health issues, I am looking forward to spending more time with my family, traveling, and pursuing my next chapter,” he said in a letter announcing his pending retirement (read it below). “Since I’m about to turn 65 in a few weeks and as we are currently celebrating the Society’s milestone 25th Anniversary, this seems like the right time to make a transition and usher in the next leader who will carry us forward.”Founded in 1997, the Visual Effects Society is an honorary society with some 4,400 members in 45 countries that’s dedicated to advancing the art, science and application of visual effects.

For the past 20 years it’s held its annual VES Awards for artistry and innovation in film, animation, television, commercials, video games and special venues.“We have been exceptionally proud and fortunate to have a leader of Eric’s caliber, possessed with such passion, integrity and vision – and the unparalleled skills needed to drive this dynamic organization forward,” said VES chair Lisa Cooke. “As my colleague and friend, Eric is the kind of collaborator, mentor and cheerleader you always hope to work with.

Eric has done transformational work in growing the Society into this rich global community, and he leaves an enormous legacy for us to carry forward.” Cooke and the VES board’s executive committee has created a search committee that will find Roth’s successor.Here’s Roth’s letter about his upcoming retirement:Dear Friends and Colleagues –For almost 19 years, it has been my privilege to serve as the Executive Director