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The Animation, Visual Effects, and Gaming Guild is a Miami-based group supporting creatives in animation, VFX, and game development. We bring together artists, developers, and storytellers for monthly meetups, networking, workshops, and inspiration. Whether you're just starting out or already established, our doors are open.

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“The AVG Guild is the best place to meet the best people, both professionally and personally. I have not met more creative and talented people in one place anywhere else. If you are looking for a high quality group of creators and connections, look no further!"

Alexander Nishwitz

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Organizing Files for Production: A Simple Folder Structure That Saves Your Sanity

Organizing files for production doesn’t have to be complicated. Learn a simple folder structure for ideation, producer docs, assets, shots, and final composite—plus an easy WIP system that keeps “latest and greatest” files instantly findable.

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23 hours ago4 min read

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Creative Work Is a Business: Financial Practices That Help Freelancers Scale Without Burning Out

Freelance creative work doesn’t come with predictable paychecks—but it doesn’t have to come with burnout either. Learn simple financial practices that help freelancers gain clarity, reduce stress, and scale their creative careers sustainably.

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Jan 203 min read

Miami Animation, VFX, and Gaming January Meetup Recap: Networking Night at Mia Market

This Miami animation VFX gaming meetup recap covers AVG Guild’s January networking night at Mia Market—20 creatives from animation, VFX, games, VR, sound, and more, plus a spotlight on Carlos D Gonzalez and his decade-in-the-making indie RPG Faeland.

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Jan 183 min read