We are pleased to host a special event to announce the newly formed New Zealand VR/AR Association.

Join us for a celebration and showcase from some of our association members.

Speakers:

Jessica Manins, Executive Director VR/AR NZ

The New Zealand VR/AR Association Incorporated has been formed to represent and promote the national interests of the virtual, augmented and mixed reality sector and related sectors.

NZ VRAR Association will be housed at ProjectR national virtual and mixed reality centre of excellence based in the Wellington CBD.

Come along and hear about the goals for NZ VRAR Association.

Toni Moyes, COO 8i

8i delivers a breakthrough new consumer media platform that lets you create, experience and share the most immersive 3D video of real people. “Our aim is to make the internet more human with immersive 3D video that allows you to be ‘in the same room’ in virtual reality which allows you to walk around them.” Says Toni, COO of 8i.

Toni is a founding member of VR/AR NZ and will speaking about 8i’s work here and internationally.

Demos:

Conical from Auckland - http://www.conical.nz/

Alejandro is the creator of the first NZ made Virtual Reality Film. He’s a finalist for Young New Zealand Innovator and a member of the Executive Committee of NZ VRARA. He’s joining us from Auckland to demonstrate VR storytelling.

8i from Wellington will also be demonstrating their volumetric VR.

This is a unique opportunity to experience cutting edge technology from two NZ VRARA members. We look forward to you joining us.

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Please note that due to the special nature of this event it is likely that there will be press in attendance, photo’s and video’s will be taken and may be used for promotional purposes.