Job Role and its requirements-
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Learn the software, experiment with VFX programs and create a showreel that you can show to admissions tutors or employers. Focus on producing a portfolio which includes relevant environment work to showcase your immediate practical skills.
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Knowledge of 3D modelling programs: be adept at using relevant programs such as Blender, Maya and ZBrush,
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Environment artists often work from a brief from a concept artist. They also work with the modelling artists who create objects to put into their environments. Once they have created their environment it goes to the texture artist to add details. They report to the CG supervisor.
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VFX companies or studios generally prefer it if you have a degree in graphic design, or another VFX-specific course for this role.
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After a degree they then work in a more junior role, such as a matchmove artist and progress to the position of environment artist. Whatever your route, you need to have a strong portfolio that illustrates your abilities.
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Research VFX companies you’d like to work for. Go to their websites and check if they are advertising for junior environment artists. Even if they aren’t, send in your CV and showreel and ask them to bear you in mind for future roles or work experience. Keep looking on job websites too.
Covering Letter-
01 February 2021
Florian Stephens
UWL VFX Company
St Mary’s Road
London
W5 5RF
02082312468
Dear Mr Stephens,
Hope this letter finds you best of health. My name is Ali Khan and I am writing this letter in regard to the 3D environment artist position. I am currently a VFX BA (Hons) student at the University of West London and will be completing the degree summer this year. My time at the University has been very valuable as I have taken on board various VFX projects such as compositing, digital matte painting, modelling environments and characters, texturing, rigging etc. I have good experience with using softwares such as Maya, Zbrush, Substance painter, Adobe After Effects, Premier Pro and Nuke. I am very creative and have ideas that will work very well for path I’ve chosen. Based on my knowledge and digital effects skills, I believe I will be a great addition to your team. I have a strong desire towards achieving success in the field of VFX and I believe this is an opportunity that will assist me in achieving my goals.
Talking about my interpersonal skills, I have worked in many different teams during my time at university so I am comfortable being and working in a team. I have always met the strict deadlines set on University projects and assignments so I know the importance of time management. I also have excellent communications skills and I have further developed them in my part time job as a banker. The part time job has also taught me to be responsible towards the job itself and in approaching the tasks required from me. I am always open to learning new skills and be my better self.
With the help of my Ba (hons) course and past jobs, I have developed a strong work ethic and I am able to stay focused and in control even when under pressure. I want to bring my expertise to your team and I believe I will be a valuable addition.
Your Sincerely
Ali Khan
Showreel-Ali Khan 2021-
Bio:
From a very young age, Ali has been inspired by the monsters of the deep sea mythology. he has always been interested in the mysteries such as The Lochness Monster, Leviathan and The Giant Squid. Having learnt different Visual effects techniques and the advanced digital technology at his disposal, Ali has decided to bring the sea monster in his mind to life. He has also focused heavily on the 3D environment modelling which is his specialty. In the picture above you can see a small scale fishery factory which has been farming fishes and many aquatic sea animals for business purposes. Due to their insatiable hunger for more business and more money, they have gone way beyond their fair share of the sea and have invoked the wrath of a sleeping giant.
Visit the website to find out what lurks beneath the waters of The Throgmorton and Co Ltd Fishery.
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