writer / director / vfx
John J. Budion is an award winning writer, director, and visual effects artist, with over 15 years of experience in the film and television world. He started out his career at the tender age of 17, while concurrently working towards his degree at New York University.
Lead VFX for NICKEL BOYS
Watch as two lucky kids get to travel back in time with Mr Peabody & Sherman. Armed with only their McDonald's Happy Meals and love for adventure, see what happens as they mix it up with aristocrats, warriors, and knights! Directed by John J. Budion. VFX by John J. Budion.
Only a few know where to find the gold ginseng that populates the mountains of Appalachia. See them in action on the History Channel in season 2 of Appalachian Outlaws.
The first released spot of the 2010 E*TRADE Campaign where the ETRADE baby tries to convince his friend Frank of a more viable retirement plan.Directed by John J. Budion. VFX by John J. Budion.
**2011 MTV Music Video Award Nominee** Multiple category nominee including Best Special Effects! From Civilization to Power. Working closely with Kanye West and Marco Brambilla, John was the lead flame in creating this stunningly beautiful installment. It's not a video it's a painting!
2010 Superbowl Spot. This time the E*trade Baby is on a First Class flight back from a bachelor party, as he explains how E*trade saved him a pantload! Directed by John J. Budion. VFX by John J. Budion.
Let your imagination take flight! A young boy takes Toothless from How To Train Your Dragon 2 on an adventure through the sky in pursuit of his Happy Meal. Directed by John J. Budion. VFX by John J. Budion and the award winning team behind the Dreamwork's film.
John shows off his Flame skills for co-directors Adria Petty and Alan Bibby. 93 green screen shots later, check out Coldplay featuring Rihanna in "Princess of China," NOW PLAYING!
