Visual Effects Artist

Visual effects (VFX) seem to be everywhere these days: if you've enjoyed movies, TV shows, video games, or music videos, you've enjoyed the work of VFX artists. As VFX technology improves, you'll be seeing VFX in lots of unexpected places, too--like corporate board rooms and even court rooms! A career as a VFX artist may be a perfect choice for anyone who can meld art and design skills with computer skills. In this book, you'll learn about the many VFX specialties that exist; the typical educational paths; key skills for success; how to start honing your skills right away; and much more. Visual Effects Artists is just one of many exciting titles in the Cool Careers in Science series. Readers will discover cutting-edge science, technology, and engineering careers, and dozens of subspecialties. You will also learn why these careers are some of the most exciting, best paying, and fastest growing occupations in the world.