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Movies, Videos and SoundUnited States51-200 Employees
a52 is a mid-sized, United States-based boutique studio specializing in high-end, photoreal visual effects for film, television, and advertising. Founded in 1997 and based in Santa Monica, it operates as a full-service facility delivering integrated VFX along with color grading and finishing. The studio collaborates with editorial and design partners Rock Paper Scissors and Elastic, creating a cohesive post-production ecosystem. Its client work spans commercial campaigns for Target, adidas, Chevy and Nike, along with visual effects for The Social Network and comprehensive coloring and finishing for the first season of Netflix's House of Cards. The company has received notable industry recognition, including honors from AICP Show, Annecy, an Outstanding Commercial Emmy, and other awards. Through its integrated capabilities and partnerships, a52 positions itself in the Movies, Videos and Sound sector as a boutique provider offering high-end visual effects and related post-production services.