What does it take to build a successful career in visual effects besides artistic and/or technical talent? Using the story of 3D artist, Josh Mossotti, and a specific project he is working on, this presentation will cover the “other stuff” you need to survive and thrive in the competitive world of visual effects. Come, listen to Pam Hogarth, who has done placement and recruiting in the industry for more than 15 years and find out if you have what it takes. Join us on Saturday, February 4, 2012 for this exclusive presentation. 

What does it take to build a successful career in visual effects besides artistic and/or technical talent? Using the story of 3D artist, Josh Mossotti, and a specific project he is working on, this presentation will cover the “other stuff” you need to survive and thrive in the competitive world of visual effects. Come, listen to Pam Hogarth, who has done placement and recruiting in the industry for more than 15 years and find out if you have what it takes. Join us on Saturday, February 4, 2012 for this exclusive presentation. 

After the presentation, members of the Escape Studios team will meet with individuals to discuss what they need to do to jump start their career and why Escape Studios can help forge that path. Our experts will help you establish goals and give you the motivation and insights you need.

You’ll walk away with a thorough understanding of the industry, what it takes to be successful, what skills you need to have and how to find your way through the education requirements and finding a job. 

And, just for attending, you’ll walk away with 30-day free access to our Maya Essentials online course.  

Speakers include:
Pam Hogarth, Director of Marketing at LOOK Effects in Los Angeles

Pam has spent over 25 years in the world of visual effects, 20 doing marketing and education (She was the only member of her kindergarten class to write press releases for production facilities.) Before joining LOOK she spent 12 years helping to build Gnomon School of Visual Effects. While doing that, she found time and energy to devote to the care and feeding of the Visual Effects Society where she has served multiple terms on the Board of Directors, was recently elected to be the first female Vice Chair, is Chair of the Benefits Committee and has been one of the abiding Chairs of the Education Committee. Pam has also served on many educational advisory boards and presented at conferences around the globe. As Director of Marketing she has turned her green thumb to growing LOOK’s footprint in the entertainment production industry.