The Visual Effects Society has named J.J. Abrams as the latest recipient of its annual Visionary Award, presented to artists who use special and visual effects to “foster imagination and ignite future discoveries by way of artistry, invention and groundbreaking work.” Abrams will receive the award at the Society’s 13th annual award ceremony in February, taking a night off from his busy schedule of reimagining, rethinking, and rebranding the film franchises of the ’60s and ’70s to pick up his reward for creativity.