For my future directions there is a few roles that I want to pursue, but my main focus as of right now is to get my foot in the door and start with any animation job role that can allow me to understand the industry a lot better. One of the first ways to start is by applying through internships as they are a great way to get insight with the production pipeline of the animation industry but also talk to industry professionals as they can help give you advice on the next stages of your career as well make networking connections for the future.
I have had the chance to get potential opportunities through the UAL announcements and careers, and apply for these roles. These being:
The Art and Graft Studio, who specialise in design and motion, works with the commercial sector, collaborating with brands such as Amazon, Apple, and Google.
NFTS stop motion volunteer assistant on a stopmotion project.
A collaboration project with Issy Brightmore and Campbell Addy.
With the addition of these applications, I have also started to research the various festivals that I will want to apply to for my graduation film. The first being Brighton Film Festival, run by Kate Jessop, the Anima Festival in Brussels, and the British Animation Festival, to name a few. Applying to these festivals also allows me to connect and network with like-minded people.
