media.think.tank 2024
2024-06-07 10:00 - 18:00 (Europe/Berlin) | Film University – Babelsberg, Marlene-Dietrich-Allee 11, Potsdam, Brandenburg, 14482, Germany
AI in the Audiovisual Production Workflow – Creative Collaboration from Script to Distribution
This event is designed to explore AI’s potential to revolutionize film production, marketing, and consumption. With a focus on bridging the gap between science, research, and industry, the conference will share knowledge, strengthen networks, and foster collaboration across disciplines. Attendees will gain practical insights into AI’s application in production processes and discover innovative tools that are changing the landscape of filmmaking.
Our CEO Sven Bliedung von der Heide leveraging his vast experience at Volucap, will provide valuable perspectives on the fast-evolving AI tools and their implications for the industry.
This conference is an exceptional opportunity to engage with experts, clarify questions, and envision the future of films powered by AI. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this interdisciplinary discussion on AI’s role in shaping the next generation of cinematic experiences.

For meetings contact: mail@volucap.de

38th Mannheim Film Symposium
2024-10-18 - 2024-10-20 | Cinema Quadrat, K1 2, Mannheim, 68159
38th Mannheim Film Symposium “Between Reality and Fiction: Generative Artificial Intelligence in Film and Film Production”
The rise of AI, accelerated by the widespread use of ChatGPT since November 2022, has sparked discussions across all sectors, including cinema. Films like Stanley Kubrick’s “2001: A Space Odyssey” predicted the complex relationship between AI and humanity, a topic that remains relevant today.
This year’s Mannheim Film Symposium at Cinema Quadrat will explore AI’s impact on the film industry, addressing both its potential and challenges. Actors and screenwriters face new job security threats as AI technology advances, a concern mirrored in recent protests and debates within the industry.
The symposium will feature insights from filmmakers, philosophers, and sociologists on the psychological and societal implications of AI. It will also examine AI’s role in film production, questioning whether it will enhance creativity or lead to mechanization and reduced creativity.
David Kutschke, developer at Volucap, will present how AI-generated characters and volumetric capture technology are fundamentally changing film production methods in Hollywood. His talk will examine the diverse ways AI and volumetric capture transform film and series production, allowing actors to be digitized in three dimensions and even creating new digital humans using AI and deepfakes. This innovation offers many new possibilities but also poses risks for actors, prompting a discussion about the future role of artists.
Join us to engage in discussions about how AI is transforming film and to explore what the future holds for this rapidly evolving technology.
Find the program here.
For meetings contact: mail@volucap.de

Medienforum Mittweida 2024
2024-11-18 - 2024-11-19 | University of Applied Sciences Mittweida, Bahnhofstraße 15, Mittweida, 09648, Germany
Join Us at Medienforum Mittweida 2024
Medienforum Mittweida is a forward-thinking platform led by students, designed to facilitate exchange and collaboration between students and media professionals. This annual event offers participants exclusive insights into the media industry and the chance to connect with seasoned experts. What sets it apart is its hands-on approach, with all panel sessions recorded as high-quality television productions by the students, showcasing their media production skills.
At this year’s event, Sven Bliedung von der Heide, CEO of Volucap, will present a talk titled “How Volucap Changes Hollywood with Digital Actors and AI”. Sven will explore how Volucap’s volumetric capture technology and advancements in AI are transforming the film industry. He’ll discuss the creation of digital actors in Volucap’s studio, their use in major productions like Netflix’s “1899”, and the ethical implications of AI in filmmaking, including “on-the-fly” film generation and the rise of Deepfakes.
Additionally, Sven will highlight Volucap’s “Digital Afterlife” projects, such as preserving Holocaust survivors’ testimonies in 3D for future generations to experience in an immersive way. This talk will offer a unique look at the future of filmmaking and how Volucap is revolutionizing the industry with cutting-edge technologies.

For meetings contact: mail@volucap.de

Volumetric Media Interoperability Town Hall
2024-11-26 16:00 - 20:00 (Europe/Berlin) | Online Event
Take part in the Metaverse Standards Forum
Join the Metaverse Standards Forum’s Volumetric Media Interoperability Working Group for an engaging online Town Hall on November 26, 2024, focusing on the state of the volumetric media industry. This online event will bring together industry experts for a series of insightful presentations and discussions exploring topics like volumetric media capture, vertical solutions, market dynamics, and the importance of standards.
Learn about the current state and trends in the volumetric media ecosystem and delve into the evolution of the volumetric media market and the role of standards in fostering growth and innovation.
This is a valuable opportunity to network with professionals, gain insights from leading experts, and explore the future of volumetric media as it transforms the metaverse ecosystem. Participate and connect with innovators shaping the future of immersive technology!
Register here.

For meetings contact: mail@volucap.de

ArtTech Forum 2024
2024-11-29 09:00 - 15:30 (Europe/Vilnius) | CYBER CITY, Švitrigailos g. 34, Vilnius, 03230, Lithuania
Meet Volucap at the ArtTech Forum 2024 in Lithuania
Join Volucap for the second annual ArtTech Forum Lithuania 2024, a one-day event that brings together cultural leaders, creative industry innovators, technology specialists, and business professionals. This forum explores how the intersection of art and technology can foster innovation and create sustainable value. The engaging program includes expert-led presentations and discussions featuring international and Lithuanian visionaries, as well as free technology workshops held the day before the main event.
Discover insights from the creative minds behind globally acclaimed works like The Matrix, Marvel’s Avengers, Call of Duty, and more. Immerse yourself in a space where groundbreaking ideas converge with practical solutions, inspiring the future of art and technology.
Sven Bliedung von der Heide will join the forum as a speaker, presenting on the topic: “Transforming Hollywood Through AI, VR, and Volumetric Capture”.

For meetings contact: mail@volucap.de

medianet Producers' Brunch 2025
2025-02-18 10:00 - 12:30 (Europe/Berlin) | Landesvertretung Brandenburg beim Bund, In den Ministergärten 3, Berlin, 10117
Join Volucap at the Producers’ Brunch 2025: Exploring Personality Rights and Deepfakes in Film and Television
On February 18, 2025, the Producers’ Brunch will bring together key players from the film and media industry at the Brandenburg State Representation in Berlin during the Berlinale. This exclusive event, organized by medianet in collaboration with Nordemann and Böhmert & Böhmert, focuses on one of the industry’s most pressing topics: personality rights, deepfakes, and their impact on film and television production.
The program includes thought-provoking keynotes, engaging panel discussions, and opportunities for networking in a dynamic setting. Among the highlights, Sven Bliedung von der Heide, CEO of Volucap, will share practical insights and the status quo of exploring personality rights, deepfakes, and their influence on the creative landscape.
We look forward to exchanging ideas and connecting with industry professionals at this inspiring event.
Stay tuned for the program and more details!
For meetings contact: mail@volucap.de

Medientage Mitteldeutschland
2025-04-02 10:00 - 11:00 (Europe/Berlin) | Baumwollspinnerei, Spinnereistraße 7, Leipzig, 04179
Meet Volucap at the Medientage Mitteldeutschland
On April 2nd and 3rd, 2025, the Medientage Mitteldeutschland (Central Germany Media Days) will once again bring together the key players of the media industry in Leipzig’s historic Baumwollspinnerei. This two-day networking event features international speakers, interactive formats, and engaging discussions about the most pressing questions in media today. From media executives and journalists to developers, digital entrepreneurs, and industry regulators, this gathering is a hub for exploring new perspectives, sparking creative ideas, and shaping the future of media in an inspiring environment.
Volucap will once again be part of this event in 2025. CEO Sven Bliedung von der Heide will take the stage for the panel discussion “From AI-Generated Actors to Post-Production: How AI is Transforming Filmmaking.”
Together with industry experts Franziska Pohlmann, Prof. Dr. Lena Gieseke, and Hannes Jakobsen, Sven will explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies are revolutionizing film and series production in Hollywood. From creating lifelike digital actors to leveraging Deepfake technologies, these advancements unlock unprecedented storytelling possibilities while also raising critical questions about the future role of artists in the industry.
We look forward to connecting with industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries at this unique event. Join us in Leipzig and explore how new technologies are shaping the future of media.
Don’t miss the panel on April 2nd, 2025 at 10:00 AM! Read more here.
For meetings contact: mail@volucap.de

XR CREATOR CON (XRCC)
2026-06-30 - 2026-07-03 | smartvillage Berlin, Karl-Marx-Straße 101, Berlin, 12043, Germany
Volucap at XRCC: Gaussian Splatting and Volumetric Capture in Focus

Volucap CEO Sven Bliedung von der Heide will join the XRCC Conference & Hackathon, a leading gathering for XR and AI builders, developers, designers, and industry leaders shaping the future of immersive technologies.
As part of the “Gaussian Splatting & Volumetric Capture” panel on July 1 at 2:30 PM, Sven will discuss the current state of volumetric capture and Gaussian Splatting alongside Gabriele Romagnoli (XR/AI Spotlight) and Richard Broadbridge (4Dviews). The panel will explore real-world workflows, production pipelines, and use cases already being deployed across XR, AI, and immersive media, while also addressing the technical challenges that remain.
XRCC brings together the people actively building the next generation of XR and AI experiences, creating opportunities for meaningful exchange between creators, engineers, product leaders, and companies driving innovation in the field. The event is strategically supported by 1SP, Europe’s leading go-to-market agency for XR and AI wearable innovation.
Drawing on Volucap’s extensive experience in volumetric capture, digital humans, and immersive storytelling, Sven will share insights into the practical applications and future potential of photorealistic 3D content for emerging XR and AI ecosystems.
For meetings contact: mail@volucap.de

Studio Bonn – Talk: Digital Empowerment? Artificial Intelligence Between Utopia and Dystopia
2026-07-03 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | Bundeskunsthalle, Helmut-Kohl-Allee 4, Bonn, 53113, Germany
Sven Bliedung von der Heide, CEO of Volucap, will join the panel discussion “Digital Empowerment? Artificial Intelligence Between Utopia and Dystopia” at Studio Bonn.

The event brings together experts from technology, research, and policymaking to discuss the opportunities and risks of artificial intelligence. As AI continues to transform society, the conversation will explore its potential to address global challenges while also examining concerns surrounding disinformation, surveillance, and ethical responsibility. A key focus will be how Europe can foster innovation while ensuring appropriate regulation and democratic values.
Alongside Sven Bliedung von der Heide (Volucap), the panel features Aimee van Wynsberghe from the University of Bonn, a leading expert in AI ethics, and Axel Voss, Member of the European Parliament and member of the AI Act Committee. The discussion will be moderated by Sven Sappelt of Studio Bonn.
Drawing on Volucap’s experience in volumetric capture, digital humans, and immersive technologies, Sven will contribute insights into the evolving relationship between AI, media technologies, and the future of digital interaction.
For meetings contact: mail@volucap.de
