Have you ever felt stuck or type-cast as an animator? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in VFX, Games, or Features? 

My guests on this episode have more than forty years of combined experience working in every corner of the industry. They've worked at such studios as Tippet, Lucasfilm, Reel FX, Blue Sky Studios, Electronic Arts, Pixar, Rhythm &amp; Hues, and Dreamworks. Today we're talking with veteran animators Carolyn Ee Kaiser, Mike Safianoff, Johnny Turco, and Louis Jones about getting out of your comfort zone and developing range as a creative artist. We'll also be talking about the major differences of working in each corner of the industry. Obviously students will get a lot out of this episode, but also veterans that have stuck to one corner of the industry. I hope you enjoy our discussion on reinventing yourself as an animator.

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Episode 5 - Reinventing Yourself

My guest for episode six is Blue Sky Studios Supervising Animator Melvin Tan. Melvin is a highly talented and well respected animator at Blue Sky Studios. He has incredible work ethic and a no-nonsense attitude that allowed him to climb to the top of the animation department at Blue Sky. In this episode, Melvin talks about moving to the U.S from Singapore to pursue his dream, struggling as a Junior Animator, his love of Manga, and much more. Please enjoy my interview with Melvin Tan!

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Episode 6 - Melvin Tan

My guest for episode seven is Pixar Animation Studios Animator, Allison Rutland. In this episode we talk about Allison's early career, pushing herself after hours to land a job at Pixar, and winning an Annie Award in 2016. We also talk about her biggest artistic influences, dig into the craft of acting, and discuss her inspirations for animating Riley in Inside Out. There's a lot to love about this episode and I hope you enjoy it. :)

http://onanimation.com/2017/04/26/episode-7-allison-rutland/

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Episode 7 - Allison Rutland

A series of interviews with leading artists in the animation industry. Created by industry professionals for industry professionals. On Animation Podcast is designed to inspire you and get you fired up to be creative.