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March 9-13, 2026
Moscone CenterSan Francisco, CA

Speakers

Michael MurdockChief Creative Officer & FounderContinuum

With over a decade of experience in virtual reality, animation/VFX, augmented reality, and media production, I have consistently delivered innovative solutions that engage audiences and drive creative storytelling. As the Chief Creative Officer at Continuum XR until July 2023, I led the development of cutting-edge projects across AR, VR, and interactive media, aligning creativity with client goals to foster impactful user experiences. My mission is to empower teams to explore novel ways to entertain, educate, and inspire, while maintaining a commitment to collaboration and results-driven execution. At Continuum XR, I contributed to hundreds of projects, leveraging skills in producing, leading, innovating and designing to create immersive content for diverse audiences. By blending technical expertise with a passion for storytelling, our team delivered innovative media solutions, from VR games played by millions, to augmented reality campaigns and more. Prior to this, as CEO of Murdock Motion, I managed high-end motion graphics and visual effects, pioneering AR/VR applications and ensuring projects met deadlines and budgets without compromising quality.

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