STUDIO VERGULT, founded by Aaron Vergult, is a creative studio focused on CGI production, art direction, design, and motion. We develop campaigns, installations, and films that engage audiences in the fashion, arts, culture, and music industries. Our commitment to experimental media and ongoing research and development involves collaboration with partners worldwide.
CLIENTS, AGENCIES
Ashi Studio, Essentiel Antwerp, Under Armour, Studio M Paris, Tool of North America, Leienpaleis,  Zalando

UNDER ARMOUR x ANTHONY JOSHUA

Mixed Media Campaign
Client
UNDER ARMOUR
Role
Art Direction
Year
2024

Studio Vergult was responsible for the Art Direction and technical execution of Wes Walker's innovative film for Under Armour featuring Anthony Joshua. This campaign, which integrates generative AI with advanced VFX in a mixed media format, represents the first instance of an AI-powered sports commercial. The film focuses on Joshua's efforts to reclaim the World Champion title, combining AI, CG, and licensed footage to depict his preparation for the significant fight against Francis Ngannou.

CREDITS
CGI Production
Tool
Art Direction, Branding
Wes Walker

Studio Vergult was responsible for the Art Direction and technical execution of Wes Walker's innovative film for Under Armour featuring Anthony Joshua. This campaign, which integrates generative AI with advanced VFX in a mixed media format, represents the first instance of an AI-powered sports commercial. The film focuses on Joshua's efforts to reclaim the World Champion title, combining AI, CG, and licensed footage to depict his preparation for the significant fight against Francis Ngannou.

CREDITS
CGI Production
Tool
Creative Director Essentiel
Wes Walker
Led Installation

Studio Vergult was responsible for the Art Direction and technical execution of Wes Walker's innovative film for Under Armour featuring Anthony Joshua. This campaign, which integrates generative AI with advanced VFX in a mixed media format, represents the first instance of an AI-powered sports commercial. The film focuses on Joshua's efforts to reclaim the World Champion title, combining AI, CG, and licensed footage to depict his preparation for the significant fight against Francis Ngannou.

Directed by
Wes Walker
Production
Tool
CREDITS
Creative Agency & Production Company: Tool
Executive Creative Director: Wes Walker
Executive Producer: Dustin Callif
Producer: Jon Kolnoski
Creative Director & Writer: Adam Koppel
Art Director: Rex Kane-Hart

Post-Production Studio: Abyss Digital
Creative Producer: Shapxo
Post-Producer: Yan Marchenko
Editors: Rex Kane-Hart & Mykyta Bereg
Assistant Editors: Saveliy Zhukov
Colorist: Yerlan Tanaev

AI Team Lead: Rex Kane-Hart
Art Director: Aaron Vergult
Creative Strategy: Vince Buyssens
AI Engineer: Bjarne Desmet

CGI / VFX Studio: Abyss Digital
Creative Producer Producer: Shapxo
Post Producer: Ryan Marchenko
CGI / VFX Studio: WeAreFx Studio
Art Producer: Alexandr Dys
CGI Artist: Vladyslav Povoroznyk

CGI Simulations, Body Rigging: Buralqy

Music Composition: Pvali
Music Supervision: Louise Woodward
Sound: Concret.Form
Sound Design & Mix: Raphaël Ajuelos
Sound Editor: Kai Scheer

Original Footage
(from prior Under Armour Commercials)
Production Company: new-land
Director: Gustav Johansson
DP: Andre Chemetoff

Production Company: Iconoclast Germany
Director: Maik Schuster
DP: Joao de Botelho

Studio Vergult was responsible for the Art Direction and technical execution of Wes Walker's innovative film for Under Armour featuring Anthony Joshua. This campaign, which integrates generative AI with advanced VFX in a mixed media format, represents the first instance of an AI-powered sports commercial. The film focuses on Joshua's efforts to reclaim the World Champion title, combining AI, CG, and licensed footage to depict his preparation for the significant fight against Francis Ngannou.

CREDITS
Creative Direction, Design
Wes Walker
CGI, Post-Production
Tool
Sound Design
Furniture Design

Studio Vergult was responsible for the Art Direction and technical execution of Wes Walker's innovative film for Under Armour featuring Anthony Joshua. This campaign, which integrates generative AI with advanced VFX in a mixed media format, represents the first instance of an AI-powered sports commercial. The film focuses on Joshua's efforts to reclaim the World Champion title, combining AI, CG, and licensed footage to depict his preparation for the significant fight against Francis Ngannou.