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Become a 3D Animator in 2026: Is AI Replacing Animators?
Navigating the Journey to Becoming an Animator in 2026In this episode of the Animators Journey Podcast, host Lucas Ridley delves into the actual challenges facing aspiring animators, focusing on the…
A Complete Breakdown of a 3D Animation Career: Pay, Path, and Reality
Watch on YouTube:https://youtu.be/XrkY7w12nfEThis is a full-length presentation, released in audio form.If you’ve ever seriously considered becoming a 3D animator — or wondered whether this career is…
How to Know You’re Ready for an Animation Job — Q&A with Lucas Ridley
In this episode of the Animator’s Journey Podcast, Lucas answers seven real questions from Instagram Live — covering everything from beginner animation software to when you’ll know you’re ready for…
Pursue or Ponder? The 3D Animation Dilemma
Deciding to Pursue 3D Animation: A Deep Dive into Commitment and ActionIn this episode, the host discusses the challenges and considerations for individuals contemplating a career in 3D animation.…
Navigating Career Change to Animation
In this episode of the Animator's Journey Podcast, I share my thoughts on a question from Kyle, who is considering a career change from software engineering to animation. He expresses concerns about…
Evolution Of The Animators Workflow
Your process will change over time. This episode we discuss the specifics of how it might and what to look out for.
Animation Career Secrets: Ex-ILM Talent Manager Indiana Wilson
In this week's episode of the Animators Journey Podcast, host Lucas Ridley interviews Indiana Wilson, a seasoned professional in the visual effects industry and former ILM talent manager. Indiana…
What Is Happening In The Games Industry!?
Back to back layoffs last week spurred this episode.
Become A 3D Animator in 2024: Progress not Perfection
Discover the tips I've learned over the past year from mentoring students, becoming a parent, managing time, and the pitfalls I see many students fall into on their Journey. Lean into what's working,…
Starting at 40: A Producer's Shift to 3D Animation
James started his 3rd career at age 40 in 3D animation. Discover the challenges and considerations he made when successfully switching careers and now working on his first feature film as a 3D…
2023 Gift Guide for 3D Animators
Need ideas for the animator in your life or better yet... suggestions for other's to get you?I always hear I'm hard to buy for, so I put this list together if you ever hear that, some of these are…
Top 10 Animation Exercises for Beginners
This week we'll learn where should you start your animation journey. These are my top 10 animation exercises for beginners to start with and master. If you want to see examples of each of these,…
First Job Jitters: What to Expect in Your Animation Career Debut
"First Job Jitters: What to Expect in Your Animation Career Debut" peels back the curtain on the anticipation and reality of entering the animation industry. We discuss the typical scenarios,…
40 years old Geologist to 3D Animator
Discover how James left his PhD behind to become a professional 3D animator. If you want to do the same, get started in the Beginner course at https://animatorsjourney.com/
The Best Animation Rig for Beginners?
In this quick episode I announce a new free rig I'm releasing on AnimatorsJourney.com you can download and start animating now! And I discuss what makes a rig appropriate for a beginner to use.
Reality Check: Starting an Animation Studio [Student Question]
We tackle a pressing student question about the intricacies of launching an animation venture. We'll dive into the often-unspoken challenges that come with establishing a studio, from financial…
Advice for 19-yr Old Beginner Animator
This week I chatted with a 19-year-old during my webinar and I think they indicate a common misplaced focus the younger crowd tends to have. Let's discuss their questions and where the focus for…
I'm Leaving VFX Animation (Again)
Navigating career adjustments can be difficult. Here's my latest one and the factors at play, not just for me, but for anyone in the industry.
Student Question: A.I. and How it's affecting Animation?
A student recently asked this question so I wanted to share my most recent thoughts on it as every week there's something new happening with A.I. Reply on Spotify with your own questions! Become a…
S2E15 Marvel's Union Shift: The VFX Game Changer?
Explore the pivotal moment when Marvel's VFX artists chose to unionize, reshaping the dynamics of the industry. This episode delves into the motivations, challenges, and potential ripple effects of…
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