I have a demo reel, but can't get a break
in the field. What should I do?
Although potential employers consider your
experience and resume, your chances of being hired largely depends on the
quality of your demo reel. If you have submitted a general reel to studios
with little success, you may need to refine your reel to better reflect your
skills and the potential employer's requirements. If your reel looks professional,
then perhaps, the companies you are applying to are looking for someone with
more experience. If you have been able to get to the interview stage then
some of the areas you may need to work on are your presentation skills, work
ethics and ability to be a good team player.
I think I know the software very well,
but how can I take the quality of my work to the next level?
Sometimes if you learn the software the incorrect way and pick
up bad work habits, it can get difficult for you to create higher quality
work. In order to create high quality work first you need to have the right
mind set, strategy and work habits. You can learn from trial and error on
your own, but that can take a long time. Generally it is much more helpful
to have a coach suggest improvements which you may otherwise not realize.
I have already taken a course in 3D animation;
will I be wasting my time learning what I already know?
Typical courses focus on teaching you the software tools, which
are essentially the easiest to learn. There are many books and tutorials that
can help you learn the software, but 3DTi's courses extend beyond the software
to encourage efficient work habits and help you create a professional demo
reel. Since the course is entirely production-based and project orientated,
students familiar with the software will have the advantage of more time working
directly on their projects under the guidance of our professional instructors.
Experienced animators who have attended our courses often comment that the
tips, trick and shortcuts they learned in class were extremely valuable. To
see reviews from some of our past students,
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I am already working in this field, why
do I need additional training?
The animation industry is advancing very rapidly. Even if you
are currently undertaking professional projects, there is always a need to
update your skills with the latest versions of the software and learn new
techniques to improve the quality of your work and to be able to execute projects
faster.
Which of the 3DTi programs are right
for me?
The 12-Week 3D Project Based Course is taught
in a simulated production environment where students learn to master the techniques
of working on three of the most commonly requested projects in the industry
today, Motion graphics (Broadcast Television/Web), Product Modeling (Movies,
Gaming, Web, Mechanical, etc) and Character Animation (Movies, Gaming, Web,
etc). This course has been specially crafted for those who have existing 3D
animation skills and are seeking to improve their current demo reel. In order
to join this course, students will have to submit three still rendered images
of their most recent work done in 3DS Max or Maya.
You can fill out our inquiry
form to get more detailed information on the courses here at 3DTraining.com
including course pricing and start dates or schedule yourself for our complimentary
one-hour online FREE INTRO CLASS to decide
if our programs are right for you.
What skills will I acquire by the end
of the course?
Upon successful completion of this course,
you will have a solid foundation in 3D techniques as well as the skills to
create a professional quality demo reel based on your area of specialization
within 3D animation and industry preference. Additionally, you will experience
the discipline necessary to become a professional animator and understand
the workings of a production studio. You will have first-hand experience in
the entire production process from story board to the completion of a project.
Over the 12-week period, our professional
instructors will help you to identify your strengths and help you select the
area of specialization best suited to your skills and interests. At the end
of the course, we will help you define a plan to find rewarding work based
on your individual preferences.
For more detailed information on the courses here at 3DTraining.com
including course pricing and start dates, fill out our inquiry
form. We also highly recommend you to schedule yourself for our one-hour
FREE online intro class to see how our courses
are conducted. We will also provide you with a FREE
starter pack which includes software and project tutorials to get you
started learning 3D right away.
