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The original masters of special effects, were highly skilled laborers of the 20 and 30's. Their "old world" training was extremely thorough, and all that knowledge was collected
in one place, the studios. What is done now, is the 21st century version of what they did then. Many of those early skills are amongst the list, since they are still the best solution. Where it says "Painting,
Carpentry, or other skills you might think are simple, think again! They can paint a wall, a walrus or a wink, build you a box, a box car or a blink, that will look and act, exactly as the director thinks! pardon me Dr. Seuss
Alphabeticaly listed to emphasize there is no order of importance. Real knowledge in as many fields as possible Trades / Skills / Professions - previous to fx Aerospace - mechanics, designers and engineers Automotive - mechanics, designers and engineers Biology / Anatomy - valuable knowledge when performing stunts! CAD/CAM - on many different platforms and applications Carpentry CNC Chemistry Diving - certification is required for most prod. companies Drafting - blueprint reading and creation Electronics - use and create every type of electronic device Engineering - all disciplines Glass Making - breakaway, ceramics, blowing, etc. Hydraulics - design, engineering and fabrication Leather Working - an "old world" skill that still has many applications Machining - all types of "high-end" equipment, and the tail gate of a truck! Mathmatics - nothing happens without it Mechanics - all disciplines Metalurgy - black smithing, material processing Model Making - miniature fx Mold Making - sculpting is usually required also Painting - scenic Physics - it's all about physics Plastering - sculpting is usually required also Plastics - design and fabrication Pnuematics - design, engineering and fabrication Programming - any language, you never know what you'll be handed! Pyrotechnics - on-the-job training and state / federal licensing Rigging "high" - ! Robotics Rubber Sculpting - in all media Set Construction Set Design Sewing / Tailoring Theater Crafts - This had to be on the list even though it's implied. Welding - certification is a plus now and becoming a must These are only suggestions, your way, is the right way! Good luck, DC |