PREVIS ARTIST
Previs or Previsualisation Artists are skilled generalists who translate the Director’ s vision and the storyboards into a 3D environment, creating a moving storyboard of what the live action and visual effects will look like, to help start the production.
Nearly any aspect of a shot can be altered immediately to improve the composition or the timing of the action. As a Previs Artist you must be able to work to strict deadlines.
WHAT DO YOU NEED?
Knowledge and significant skills in Maya. Familiarity with pipeline issues. Being effective at visual storytelling, including composition and staging. Knowledge of cameras and lenses. Showreel featuring animation work. Skills in tracking, modelling, texturing and animation.
RELEVANT COURSES INCLUDE
BA( Hons)/ MArt The Art of Computer Animation( 2D) BA( Hons)/ MArt The Art of Computer Animation( 3D) BA( Hons)/ MArt The Art of Visual Effects MA Visual Effects Production( Compositing / 3D)- 3D Pathway Visual Effects( 14 weeks)
HOW CAN YOU GET THERE?
This is a role for someone who is incredibly organised and able to work to tight deadlines. You will need a showreel to demonstrate that you have skills in composition, colour, animation and storytelling.
SALARY GUIDE
Junior- Mid Level: £ 24,000 – £ 42,000 Mid Level- Senior: £ 37,000 – £ 59,000
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