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Larry Cutler, Co-founder and CTO at Baobab Studios

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In this upcoming episode of Vitrina LeaderSpeak Podcast, Baobab Studios CTO Larry Cutler discusses the 10-time Emmy-winning company’s mission to birth original IP across transmedia platforms, including VR, gaming (Roblox, Fortnite), and streaming (Disney+, Netflix). Founded by veterans from Pixar, DreamWorks, and Zynga, the studio bridges Hollywood narrative with interactive game mechanics.

Cutler highlights their data-driven approach to audience testing and the strategic use of generative AI to empower artists and accelerate iteration. By diversifying into publishing and YouTube, Baobab remains nimble, scaling hits like Momoguro and Baba Yaga across the modern IP value chain.

Film Financing

Understand how capital flows globally to greenlight projects and optimize production spending. Essential insights into debt vs. equity, co-production mechanics, and the geopolitical factors influencing where budgets are deployed.

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Film+TV Production

Explore the operational excellence and supply chain challenges of creating high-quality scripted content. Discussions on managing multi-territory shoots, the impact of co-productions and building resilient global production models.

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VFX, Post & Animation

Learn how Gen AI, real-time gaming engines, and cloud infrastructures are reducing unit costs and improving artist workflows.

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Streaming & Tech

Showcase and analysis of platform innovation, consumer data strategy, and the technological arms race driving subscription and ad-supported streaming growth.

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