In the real world, a successful user interface should sink unnoticeably into the background; but in the imaginary realm of sci-fi, the situation is quite the opposite. Here, user interfaces become complex, fluorescent holograms or flashing, multi-screen displays, packed with graphs, statistics and charts that pulse with a non-stop feed of data. It’s mesmeric stuff; not to mention a handy visual aid in illustrating the advanced nature of tomorrow’s software.
It’s here that London-based creative outlet Territory Studio found its niche. Along with full post-production services in VFX, video games, broadcast, branding and more, Territory’s strong design-based mindset comes to the fore in the creation of these intricate nexuses of data, marrying sci-fi escapism with the rules of the real world.
The creation of such elaborate imagery has been witnessed in productions that range from Prometheus to The Avengers. Getting the details right in such high-profile productions is incredibly important, whether you’re looking to establish a consistent aesthetic or convey information in as clear a manner as possible.
To ensure everything stays on track, Territory relies on cineSync. Via its remote collaboration solutions, Territory is able to ensure the needs of its global client base come off without a hitch.
Virtual beginnings
Territory’s first ever job was on the opening cinematic for EA’s hotly-anticipated 2010 Medal of Honor reboot, following which the studio quickly stepped into the world of Hollywood.
“Video games got us into the industry, but it wasn’t long before we were approached by the art department on Prometheus to create the UI and screen graphics for the spaceship,” says Territory’s executive creative director David Sheldon-Hicks. “That truly launched us into the feature film world, and the projects just kept on rolling from there.”
High-end visual effects are all about world building, from the micro to the macro. And whether you’re working on a towering CG creature or creating a sci-fi interface, the devil resides in the details. Read on to learn how Territory designs for the future and how cineSync ensures even the smallest elements are delivered just as expected.
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