Why I Do VFX: The Untold Truths About Working in Visual Effects - E-book - ePub

From the city of Singapore to working on over twenty Hollywood blockbuster films and TV series such as "The Walking Dead, " "Guardians of the Galaxy, " "Aquaman, " and "War for the Planet of the Apes, " comes one of the first books of its kind in the visual effects (VFX) industry. With a unique blend of self-help, career strategy, and memoir-like elements, Vicki Lau speaks to the core of what it is like to work behind-the-scenes on some of your favorite Hollywood titles, covering strategies employed in order to maneuver her way into the upper echelons of the industry. You will learn:- Detailed breakdowns of day-to-day studio activities- How industries and events impact your life and career prospects as a VFX artist- Key strategies and insights on dealing with Hollywood politics- Precise predictions on VFX job displacements and new high-growth skills- Self-clarity on your ambitions in life and what the VFX industry truly offers Why I Do VFX is a must-have for anyone seriously considering a fulfilling life and career in Hollywood, film, and the arts. After all, why spend a decade of your life uncovering the truths about this industry when you need only read this book to answer your own question:Do you really want to do VFX?   Foreword by Leif Einarsson (VFX on "Stuart Little, " "X-Men: Days of Future Past, " "Spider-Man: Homecoming")