EXCLUSIVE: Rodeo FX has appointed Émilie Dussault, best known for growing MPC Film Montreal, as Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs.

The appointment comes as the Montreal-based VFX firm marks its 20th anniversary in the wake of a period of expansion into France, with the acquisition of Mikros Animation, and move into India over the last 18 months. The company’s many credits include Game of Thrones, Stranger Things, The Rings of Power, John Wick: Chapter 4 and Dune and more recently season four of House of the Dragon.

Rodeo FX CEO Sébastien Moreau said Dussault’s newly created executive position reflected the company’s commitment to building and protecting its corporate platform as well as strengthening its public presence as a global leader in creative technology.

Dussault’s mandate spans two interconnected areas: government relations, public affairs and industry relations with brand, marketing and communications

“We are building a company that can compete and win on the global stage, not just creatively, but commercially and institutionally,” said Moreau. “Émilie brings exactly the kind of cross-disciplinary leadership this role demands to reflect the full ambition of what Rodeo FX is becoming. Her appointment is a defining step in how we grow.”

He credited Dussaul with bringing “a rare combination” of deal-making expertise, institutional credibility, and deep understanding of the creative industries, both as an operator and as a voice in the policy and regulatory environments that shape them.

Dussault holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film Production from Concordia University and a Master’s in Management from HEC Montréal.  Highlights of her career include building MPC Film’s Montreal studio from the ground up in 2013 into a powerhouse of more than 1,250 artists and technicians in just five years.

She has since also served as President of both the Conseil du patronat du Québec (CPQ) and the Bureau du cinéma et de la télévision du Québec (BCTQ).

“It’s with great pride that I’m joining Rodeo FX for the next phase of its continued evolution and growth,” said Émilie Dussault. “The company already has the creative reputation, the global footprint, and the ambition to play at the highest level, and I believe even more potential lies ahead. I’m here to help unlock that.”

Peacock is expanding its mobile offerings with a new interactive, episodic game called Public Eye.

The murder mystery, which NBCU dubs “microdrama-style storytelling meets interactive crime investigation, is Peacock’s first serialized mobile game.

In the 10-episode mystery, players are Officer Logan Dine, a patrol cop secretly investigating his uncle’s murder in the crime-ridden streets of Caldera City. Every episode features narrative storytelling with puzzle‑driven gameplay, inviting players to search animated scenes for clues, ultimately revealing a conspiracy that runs through the entire police department. The AI-generated visuals paired with Wolf Games’ storytelling expertise create a seamless experience that allows users to drive the story forward themselves.  

Public Eye is yet another product of NBCUniversal’s larger pact with Wolf Games, a generative AI startup co-founded by Elliot Wolf, executive producer and son of Law & Order creator Dick Wolf. Earlier this year, Peacock launched Law & Order: Clue Hunter. The app has also dabbled in other games including word games, quizzes and a Wheel of Fortune title.

NBCU says that 40% of Peacock mobile users engaged with a game on the app. The company also adds that Law & Order: Clue Hunter has been one of Peacock’s most successful game launches to date with players spending more than 6 minutes a day on average in the game. The mobile games also appear to be driving new viewers to the shows the IP originated from, as well.

“Public Eye was built to be incredibly easy to step into,” Elliot Wolf, Co-Founder, Wolf Games said in a statement. “Within seconds you’re spotting clues, meeting characters, and feeling a high-stakes story come together under your fingers. It’s a new world of crime and betrayal that keeps you on the edge of your seat and coming back episode after episode. Immersive and cinematic, but as easy to pick up as your morning puzzle.”  

“Public Eye sits right at the intersection of two trends users are excited about: microdramas and interactive storytelling. This new experience invites fans to step into the story rather than simply watch it unfold,” John Jelley, SVP, Product UX & Design, NBCUniversal Media Group added in a statement of his own. “Through our work with Wolf Games, we’re exploring how Peacock can bring together video, gameplay, and storytelling in a single destination, creating more opportunities for audiences to engage with the worlds they love throughout the day.”