by Animation Mentor | Feb 28, 2018 | Animation, Animation Tips and Tricks, Demo Reel Advice, Jobs and Internships
Animation Mentor co-founder and ILM Lead Animator Shawn Kelly answers five great student questions about demo reels and gives advice on applying for studio animation jobs. And he should know—he’s been at ILM for more than 20 years! Get ready to soak up some knowledge....
by Nick Bruno | Feb 21, 2018 | Animation, Animation Mentor, Animation Tips and Tricks, Jobs and Internships
Taking your first steps into the professional world of animation? Blue Sky Studios’ Supervising Animator Nick Bruno has some essential advice for contract and rookie animators looking to stick around the studio! Listen up and take notes. In the fast-paced industry of...
by Animation Mentor | Feb 13, 2018 | Animation, Animation Mentor, Animation Tips and Tricks, Jobs and Internships
We’re continuing our in-depth look at the 2017 Animation Mentor Student Showcase! Meet the animators, find out where they’re working, and learn more about what it takes for students to create showcase-ready animation. This month, we take a closer look at the four...
by Jamy Wheless | Feb 7, 2018 | Animation, Jobs and Internships
What makes a good professional animator? While technical skill is important, there’s one key issue that’s not often mentioned—ego. Learn essential studio etiquette from Jamy Wheless, former ILM Lead Animator and current President and Animation Director of Lightstream...
