Question 1

What is the single biggest suggestion you would give to someone wanting to get into this career?

Geoff Leavitt · Accepted Answer

“Don’t give up. No matter how rough it gets, stay the course,” answers Leavitt. While it’s not an easy path to follow, it can be highly rewarding. Says Leavitt, “If you have the will and determination, you will succeed.”

Question 2

What’s the #1 mistake people make when trying to get into this career?

Geoff Leavitt · Accepted Answer

Leavitt states, “Thinking that this profession will be a cakewalk.” When a person on the path to becoming an On-Set VFX Supervisor forgets humility, that’s when they can get into trouble. Adds Leavitt, “Don’t let ego take control.” Instead of talking about one’s skills or expertise, prove it on the job.

Question 3

What is the question people should ask about this career but rarely do?

Geoff Leavitt · Accepted Answer

Leavitt admits that this particular question is a difficult one to answer, as he himself entered the world of VFX later in his career. In his experience, the question that’s most often asked is “How do I get started?”

Question 4

If you could describe in one word what makes you successful, what would it be?

Geoff Leavitt · Accepted Answer

“Desire.”

Question 5

What does an On-Set VFX Supervisor do?

Anna Keizer · Accepted Answer

An On-Set VFX Supervisor carefully oversees the execution of every shot that will require visual effects in post-production. They ensure that what is captured on set can be altered appropriately for the film’s VFX needs.

Question 6

What does a VFX Supervisor need on set?

Anna Keizer · Accepted Answer

To make sure that those shots are executed as needed, a VFX Supervisor needs to have all information in hand regarding what visual effects the Director, Cinematographer, and Producer want for the film. Only by knowing exactly what the expected final look of a shot is can they determine if the footage has been shot correctly.

Question 7

How do you become an On-Set VFX Supervisor?

Anna Keizer · Accepted Answer

To become an On-Set VFX Supervisor, you must have comprehensive knowledge of how visual effects work – but not only on a computer. It takes considerable experience being on set to understand how a shot using green screen can become an asteroid hitting the surface of the earth (or another kind of shot in need of VFX). That means building your resume with post-production VFX work, as well as time spent on productions during principal photography.

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