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MY PORTFOLIO ISN'T READY YET! How to survive autumn hiring wave
Every September, the entertainment industry goes through a strange, predictable phenomenon: production designers and art leads return from summer festivals a...
As the sun sets on THU’26 the tribe reruns to their natural habitats…
Waiting for the tribe to return
Shooting an Oscar-nominated stop motion feature film in 30 weeks
Reusing and repurposing assets isn't recycling; it's strategy. This presentation will highlight the constraints and the various creative and technical strategies that were implemented during the scheduling and management of Adam Elliot's 'Memoir of a Snail' in order to complete the production on time and budget.
Nurturing Soft Skills for Creatives
In the creative industry, technical skills are important, but soft skills are often the key to unlocking success. Join us as we explore the critical role of soft skills for artists and other creatives. From providing constructive feedback, to maintaining artistic integrity in commercial projects, and navigating conflicts and disagreements, this Q&A will delve into the essential soft skills needed for a fulfilling and successful creative career. Gain insights from Magnus Lehmann creative director at Riot on how to cultivate and leverage soft skills to thrive in the competitive creative industry while staying true to your artistic soul.
SideFX Houdini for Film, TV, and Games: An Introduction
This hour-long presentation provides an introduction to Houdini in VFX. It covers the basics of Houdini's interface and showcases how it creates stunning effects and animations. Attendees will learn how to create and edit geometry, work with particles, and gain useful tips and tricks for efficient workflow. The presentation is aimed at those interested in the VFX industry who want to learn more about Houdini.