The Mill Is Back as Returning Team Says "the Energy Is Electric”

The Mill, one of the industry’s most respected VFX and post production brands, has been revived thanks to global transcreation and translation giant TransPerfect. Following an acquisition in April 2025, it has gathered together a crack team of familiar Mill faces to lead this new era, which they say will bring The Mill’s unique blend of innovation and creativity back to the market.

According to Barnaby Wass, chief business officer at TransPerfect, The Mill's brand of creative 'soul' means that the deal was motivated by a desire to bring top level artistry and craft to clients.

"Acquiring The Mill wasn’t just a business decision — it is a commitment to creative excellence," he says. "The Mill is a name that commands deep respect in the industry, and we saw an opportunity to protect that legacy while giving it a new global platform to thrive. Our clients have been asking for more end-to-end creative solutions, and this move allows us to answer that call—at scale, and with soul.

"At TransPerfect, we bring the infrastructure, technology, and global reach. The Mill brings world-class artistry and a fiercely talented team," Barnaby continues. "Together, we’re building something rare: a creative studio that’s both independent in spirit and globally connected. This relaunch represents a fresh chapter—one where creativity is amplified, not compromised, by innovation."

The news comes eight months after the closure of The Mill’s parent company, Technicolor, which shuttered in February 2025. With the backing of TransPerfect, which has a presence in 140 markets, The Mill will seek to grow its reach beyond its existing hubs in London, Paris, Seoul and Bangalore. The team is currently considering expansion into the US market (in its previous incarnation, The Mill had offices in New York and Los Angeles).

“The opportunity to join TransPerfect and continue to build on The Mill’s 30-year legacy was one we couldn’t ignore,” said Liam Collinwood, managing director of the London branch. “Together, we’re offering the world’s biggest brands a truly end-to-end creative experience, with premium content creation that scales seamlessly across borders.”

To ensure continuity, this new era of The Mill features some familiar faces among the leadership and creative teams. In London, Ross Urien remains as creative director and Ben Blundell returns from No. 8, also as creative director. Matthew Campbell is back as head of design and Liam Collinwood will be heading up the team as VP managing director of the London studio.

Meanwhile, in Paris, returning, trusted faces include managing director Fabien Godeneche, Benoit Holl, head of creative operations, Guillaume Ho as VFX supervisor and creative director, Guillaume Parra, head of CG, Damien Canameras, head of 2D, and Vincent Venchiarutti, head of design.

According to a statement from TransPerfect, The Mill “will retain its brand identity and creative independence” and “innovation remains central to The Mill’s mission”. Coupled with TransPerfect’s reach (the company’s GlobalLink tech is currently used by 6,000 organisations around the world), the vision is that The Mill will now unlock “VFX, design, and immersive storytelling at scale; end-to-end creative campaigns with built-in localisation; AI-powered workflows that make content faster, sharper, and borderless”.

That focus on blending innovation and creativity builds on The Mill’s legacy for pioneering new technologies, from the ground-breaking work on Ridley Scott’s 2000 opus Gladiator to its embrace of immersive, interactive storytelling in virtual and augmented reality.

“At The Mill, pushing the limits of creativity has always been our driving force,” says Guillaume Ho. “Today, we are breathing new life into this vision: constantly innovating, imagining powerful stories, and creating images that touch hearts and minds around the world. This adventure is made possible by talented teams whose longevity and determination inspire and strengthen our collective momentum.”

Guillaume Para concurs. “I am genuinely excited to see The Mill continue its journey as a global leader in creativity and innovation. With a passionate, close-knit team at its core, The Mill remains at the forefront of pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling in advertising and more. As the industry evolves, we are fully committed to embracing emerging technologies to deliver work that not only meets but exceeds client expectations. The collective drive, creativity, and resilience of The Mill’s team ensures we are well-prepared for the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow. The future holds tremendous promise and I’m proud to contribute, in my own humble way, to making this journey as rewarding as possible for both our teams and our clients.”

For Barnaby, bringing The Mill's combination of craft and creative innovation back to the market represents an irresistible opportunity.

"For decades, The Mill has set the gold standard in visual storytelling, trusted by the world’s leading brands to deliver work that was as imaginative as it was technically flawless. With this acquisition we aim to not only continue the legacy, but to reimagine what’s possible both for The Mill and TransPerfect when aligned at the intersection of creativity, technology, and global reach," he says.

"At TransPerfect, our vision has always been to support clients end-to-end—from ideation to global delivery. Adding The Mill to our family is a pivotal step in that journey. It gives our partners access to world-class creative talent, embedded within an infrastructure that can deliver across languages, markets, and platforms."

Speaking to the team at The Mill, there’s a palpable, collective sense of excitement.
“I'm thrilled to begin this new chapter at The Mill London, driven by a collective of artists, producers and technologists with the common desire to unite the exceptional creative vision with masterful craft in every frame,” says Ross Urien.

“This is a really exciting new chapter at The Mill,” adds Ben Blundell. “The energy is electric, and being back among the industry's best is truly inspiring. We're bringing the same dedication to creative excellence with a renewed focus on powerful storytelling and stunning visuals. Honouring The Mill's legacy while shaping its future together.”

Matthew Campbell chimes in. “I’m delighted to be back at The Mill, joining such an incredible team and ready to dive back into meaningful work. It’s a privilege to put into practice the principles and craft I first developed here, while contributing to the continued growth of this creative powerhouse,” he says. “Most of all, I’m excited to pursue excellence together, pushing the boundaries of creativity and delivering work that goes beyond expectations for our clients.”

Back in the saddle, the creative team is full of optimism about what comes next. Damien Canameras says, “There’s a unique magic in being part of The Mill’s next journey. We’re blending legacy with innovation, passion with precision – all to create powerful work that leaves a lasting impact.”

“This new chapter at The Mill is about more than a relaunch – it’s about reimagining what’s possible,” adds Vincent Venchiarutti. “With renewed energy and vision, we’re set to craft stories and visuals that inspire, challenge, and captivate.”

Despite the technology, the creative production industry is, nonetheless, still a people business. And for Barnaby and the TransPerfect team, that makes this new partnership particularly exciting.

"We are extremely proud to have the Mill join TransPerfect, it’s an amazing brand but above all incredible people, highly creative and very focused on being there for their customers."