Ripple Effects
Head of Effects (or FX) requires technical know-how, creative thinking, communication skills, and a desire to nurture talent and watch it grow. Learn more from these TAG members about what it takes to get the job done.
Head of Effects (or FX) requires technical know-how, creative thinking, communication skills, and a desire to nurture talent and watch it grow. Learn more from these TAG members about what it takes to get the job done.
As more animation production crews join TAG, three new members share what it’s like to be a production coordinator on an animated series.
Showrunners drive their series’ vision and ensure every part of the show collaborates seamlessly. Here, four TAG showrunners share typical workdays, on-the-job challenges, and words of advice.
Tons of meetings, pitching wild ideas, and honing their craft—it’s all in a day’s work for these staff writers on animated TV shows.
Storyboard artists help weave a tale through images. Here, we speak to three artists on what drew them to the craft and how they stay inspired.
What exactly do timing directors do? And what is an exposure sheet? We talked with three industry pros to find out more about the job.
Visual development artists play a key role in establishing the look of a film or TV show. Here, a few share what their typical day looks like and the challenges they must overcome.
The word “animator” only relates to a specific craft, one which seems to be shrinking in the 2D world. We spoke with three 2D animators who work in television about what they do and what the future looks like to them.
Many background designers are drawn to the challenge of creating new worlds for characters to live in. Here, three artists share what inspires them and what the position entails.