Mark Vargo
Visual effects artist and cinematographer
About Mark Vargo
Born 1954. Mark Vargo is an American cinematographer, film director, television director and film screenwriter.
Mark Vargo (born May 15, 1954) is a special effects artist, as well as a cinematographer. He was nominated at the 57th Academy Awards in the category of Best Visual Effects for his work on the film Ghostbusters. He shared his nomination with John Bruno, Richard Edlund and Chuck Gaspar.
Vargo worked at ILM from 1979 to 1983 contributing to the efforts in the optical department that won that company 4 consecutive Academy Awards for Best Visual Effects.
On May 1, 2018 Vargo assumed the role of "Cinematographer in Residence" and Associate Professor at Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida.
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Who is Mark Vargo?
visual effects artist and cinematographer
When was Mark Vargo born?
Mark Vargo was born on 15 May 1954 in Alexandria.
What is Mark Vargo's occupation?
Mark Vargo is a cinematographer, film director, television director and film screenwriter.
What nationality is Mark Vargo?
Mark Vargo is American.
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· DBpedia: Mark Vargo (special effects artist)
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