ABOUT US
Catalyst is a leading XR production studio based on Sydney Australia. We specialise in virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR).
Established in 2015, with a proven track record of delivering over 300 innovative XR projects across 8 countries, Catalyst has become a trusted partner in developing custom VR, AR, MR, and interactive technology experiences and applications for clients across sports and entertainment, government entities, enterprise and industrial businesses, advertising agencies, and startups.
We have helped pioneered immersive technology applications and experiences with:
- +30,000 Headset Experiences: Our VR experiences have been enjoyed by thousands of users, ranging from attendees at the Australian Open Tennis to participants at the United Nations Climate Change Conference. We've had the privilege of introducing VR headsets to diverse audiences, from kids to grandparents, as well as notable figures such as the Prime Minister of Australia and Chris Hemsworth.
- +2M AR Users: Augmented reality developed by Catalyst has reached over 2 million users, delivering engaging and interactive experiences that blend digital content with the real world.
- Cannes Film Festival Award-Winning 360 Film: Our expertise in XR extends to award-winning 360-degree films, recognized at prestigious events like the Cannes Film Festival.
At Catalyst, we combine creativity and cutting-edge technology to create impactful XR solutions that transform industries and redefine experiences. Our team is dedicated to pushing boundaries, delivering excellence, and shaping the future of immersive technology.
VISION
We believe that immersive XR experiences will continue to grow, transforming how people and businesses connect, interact, and have fun.
MISSION
Our mission is to continue to be at the cutting edge of creative technology, pushing the boundaries of XR production to help our clients achieve their goals, creating new experiences and becoming one of the most admired XR companies in the world.
FIRST PRINCIPLES
Our foundation for decision-making, strategy development, and day-to-day operations is built on:
- Pushing boundaries and delivering amazing work: We thrive on challenging projects that transform imagination into immersive reality.
- Working hard for our clients and each other: Success is a shared journey.
- Working with the best people: We recognize that each individual brings unique strengths and expertise to the table, empowering our team members to focus on what they do best.
- Being great to work with: We prioritise collaboration and communication, fostering long-term relationships through fairness, privacy, and integrity.
- Embracing challenges and delivering results: We see challenges as opportunities to think outside the box, and our track record demonstrates that the right mindset can overcome any hurdle.
Corporate Social Responsibility
At Catalyst we believe in delivering against our triple bottom line; People, Planet and Profit. As such we are committed to making a positive difference socially, environmentally and economically.
We consider our responsibility to people to include our Employees, their Families, Customers, Suppliers and the wider Community. We believe in fair wages, diversity, flexible working conditions, the opportunity for personal development and working with others who uphold these values. We also believe in supporting small businesses and freelances particularly in the technology and creative industries.
As a Start-up in the tech space we’ve always seen it as our opportunity to have the smallest possible environmental impact. We believe in re-using, recycling and repurposing. In particular carefully managing our consumption of energy.
We have an economic responsibility by providing sustainable, meaningful employment not only for our Staff but also the Freelancers and Contractors we work closely with and value so highly in the technology and creative industries. We understand our responsibility to pay Corporate Taxes seeing their value as they pass through to the wider community. We support local business and in particular other Small Business, Start-ups and Entrepreneurs. Support in this instance is not just financial, by using their services or purchasing their products, but also through recommendations, advise, introductions, social engagement and through the services we can provide on a contra or discounted basis.
CREATED BY CATALYST
Catalyst VR was established in Sydney, Australia, and quickly expanded, opening a UK office as overseas projects and clients increased. In 2023, to better serve UK-based clients, Created By Catalyst was set up as an independent agency. If you're based in the UK, please visit createdbycatalyst.com or contact hello@createdbycatalyst.com."
Our Blog
The world of VR and AR moves quickly. Stay informed on what’s new across VR and AR content, technology, activations and innovations and take a read of our blog:
