Performance capture in video games is its own world entirely. What does it actually look like to bring a character to life in a AAA title — and how much of what ends up on screen started with you in a capture suit?
Join us for a panel including actors Elliot Knight and Neil Ellice, and actor and voice director Krizia Bajos, as they pull back the curtain on the Modern Warfare franchise — discussing what the performance capture process looks like from the inside, how the craft has evolved across multiple games in the series, the collaboration between performers and the technical crew bringing those performances to life, and what actors need to know to work successfully in this rapidly growing field. Moderated by Ted Sroka, SAG-AFTRA Foundation.
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Krizia Bajos
Krizia Bajos is a Cuban-American actress, voice director, and creative powerhouse whose work spans some of the biggest franchises in gaming and entertainment. In the world of Call of Duty alone, she has voiced four distinct characters — Yara Alvarez in Black Ops 6, Isa ‘Byline’ Juarez in Modern Warfare III, Ana Vega in Modern Warfare II, and Operator Karla Rivas across Black Ops Cold War, Warzone, and Call of Duty Mobile — while simultaneously shaping the sonic world of the franchise as Voice Director on Modern Warfare II, Modern Warfare III, and the upcoming Modern Warfare IV.
Beyond Call of Duty, Krizia brings Jean Grey to life in Insomniac Games’ highly anticipated Wolverine through full performance capture — lending the character not only her voice but her face and physical performance. She is also the long-time Simlish voice of The Sims 4. On screen, she’s appeared in acclaimed series including HBO’s Barry. As the founder of Voiceover Camp, she mentors emerging talent with a rare blend of humor, candor, and creative fire.
With a career built at the intersection of performance and craft, Krizia brings an unforgettable presence to every room she enters — and every world she helps build.
Neil Ellice
Neil Ellice is a film & television actor and voiceover artist with roots in Islington, London, where he performed in independent theatre, and trained in programs at the National Youth Theatre of Great Britain and with acting tutor John Beschizza at Royal Academy of Dramatic Art's Summer Shakespeare program.
He is best known for portraying Call of Duty character Johnny “Soap” MacTavish. Soap was brought to life over a three year period with a combination of full performance capture and voice work.
Neil is excited to share insights on the creative process for acting in games, and help other actors embarking on the game and voice journey.
Elliot Knight
Originally from Birmingham, UK, Knight's acting career across TV, Film and Games spans the Atlantic and many famed titles in both the US and UK markets. Trained at The Manchester School of Theatre, Knight kick-started his professional career winning his first role as 'Sinbad' in the UK adventure series and was celebrated as one of Screen International's "Stars Of Tomorrow". Soon after, Knight was catapulted to Los Angeles, stepping into his international career on dominant hit US TV series such as ABC's "How To Get Away With Murder" and "Once Upon A Time" among many others.
In 2019 Knight made up the lead cast of the global record-breaking gaming title "Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare" and continues to reprise his celebrated role as legacy franchise character "Kyle 'Gaz' Garrick", an important mark for the gaming industry.
