Buzz Hays

Buzz Hays is one of the leading experts in Stereoscopic 3D film production and post-production in the motion picture and television industry. His role at Sony Corporation has given him the opportunity to evangelize 3D, and to educate artists, filmmakers, studio executives, corporate executives and the general public on the creation of high-quality 3D and specialty format experiences. His producing experience has lead to his key role as the 3D expert for all of Sony Corporation world-wide, from film production to live-broadcast events to consumer and professional electronics design consulting. His expertise and guidance was integral to the rollout of Sony 3DTV in 2010, and his contributions in camera design for 3D has lead to successful products in the marketplace both for professionals and consumers. Hays has given presentations, lectures, and speeches at every major industry conference in the world on the subject of 3D, and he was responsible for all 3D production within the company, as well as for other studios, directors and cinematographers working in 3D storytelling. Hays founded the award-winning Sony 3D Technology Center based at Sony Pictures in Culver City, CA. Since the spring of 2010, he has personally taught more than 3,000 film and television industry professionals around the world and given keynotes, lectures and presentations to over 20,000 people since 2007. Hays is the founding Chairman of the International 3D Society.