ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, join SIGGRAPH 2024 Electronic Theater chair John Kalaigian as he sits down with the visionary director of the short film "Overwatch: Kiriko," Jeramiah Johnson. This awe-inspiring animated film has taken the industry by storm, winning a prestigious SIGGRAPH Electronic Theater Award and capturing the hearts of audiences worldwide. Discover the creative process, technological innovations, and artistic brilliance that brought this masterpiece to life, as Jeramiah Johnson shares his insights and experiences in crafting this groundbreaking work of art. Tune in to explore the secrets behind "Overwatch: Kiriko" and gain an exclusive glimpse into the future of animated storytelling. || MUSIC Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. || LINKS *Episode* graphics.stanford.edu/~levoy/ | www.dylansisson.com/ | youtu.be/suldiYQWSR0 | www.jimblinn.com/ *Social Media* blog.siggraph.org/ | www.facebook.com/SIGGRAPHConferences | twitter.com/siggraph | www.youtube.com/user/ACMSIGGRAPH | www.instagram.com/acmsiggraph/ | www.linkedin.com/company/acm-siggraph/ *Conference Website* s2023.siggraph.org/