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Live on Twitch.tv/adobe this Saturday from 12-3pm PST

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This Saturday I’ll be once again broadcasting LIVE on the Adobe Twitch stream at http://www.twitch.tv/adobe animating with Adobe Animate CC(formally Adobe Flash) where I’ll be animating nonsense like this gif… I may even fix it to be better! Join us and see! That’s 12-3 pm PST only on Twitch!

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DreamWorks TV – Background Painter

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TV – Background Painter

Tracking Code
2429-01 (SR)
Job Description
Paints backgrounds, layouts and any other background-related art that the production may require, ensuring style and quality of show are met.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Meet with creative supervisor(s) to ensure color needs of show are fulfilled.
  • Follow instructions of supervisor.
  • Complete all color work within assigned deadlines.
  • Resolve color problems with creative supervisors.
  • Communicate progress of work to appropriate production staff.
  • Ensure all artwork is properly backed up and stored appropriately.
  • Review storyboard for background key color callouts.
  • Comfortable working on a Cyntiq and must be able to work digitally.
  • Assist with special projects.
  • Fulfill other color projects, including but not limited to color lead sheets, color script and/or color pass on storyboards.
Required Skills
  • Must demonstrate proficiency in style of show
  • Strong knowledge of color theory and lighting.
  • Knowledge of or willingness to learn applicable design software and hardware
  • Strong time-management skills
  • Work well under pressure
  • Ability to multitask a plus
Required Experience
  • Relevant digital color experience in TV production schedule necessary.
  • BA in Fine Arts or equivalent work experience highly desired
Job Location
Glendale, California, United States
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
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DreamWorks TV – Visual Development Artist

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Tracking Code
2415-02 (SR)
Job Description
We are looking for an artist with a diverse set of design skills to work in a fast paced, television production environment. The ideal candidate will be able to complete architectural elevation drawings and turnarounds from approved designs, generate rough concepts to explore new designs, as well as explore color palette ideas. They will need to be able to design within the style of the show as well as work digitally on a Cintiq and various software programs, including, but not limited to Photoshop and Illustrator. They should be organized and able to manage a variety of tasks within the given schedule.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Resolve design problems with creative supervisors.
  • Ensure all deadlines are met.
  • Communicate progress of work to appropriate production staff.
  • Ensure all artwork is properly backed up and stored appropriately.
  • Ensure all shipping materials are prepared and ready on time.
  • Work with partner studios.
Required Skills
  • Must demonstrate proficiency in style of show.
  • Strong design and construction/mechanical skills.
  • Knowledge of or willingness to learn applicable design software and hardware.
  • Strong time-management skills.
  • Must be organized and able to work within a schedule.
  • Work well under pressure.
  • Ability to multitask required.
  • Must know Photoshop.
  • Able to work digitally on a Cintiq.
Job Location
Glendale, California, United States
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
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Adobe Twitch Stream LIVE Saturday from 12 to 3 PM PST.

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SO just like last weekend (and every one following) I’ll be live on Adobe’s Twitch channel animating random stupidness tomorrow (Saturday) from 12-3pm PST using Adobe’s Animate software (The artist tool formerly known as Flash). Tune in if you’ve got the time and see if I put my foot in my mouth! (Pretty sure I will)

http://www.twitch.tv/adobe

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Animating with Mike Milo Saturdays from 12-3 PST on Twitch.com/Adobe

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Starting this Saturday from 12-3 pm PST and every Saturday after that, I will be streaming live on the Adobe Twitch channel and animating nonsense using Adobe Animate. This week we’ll continue animating a scene with a robot ninja I roughed out last week called Tinja… Yahhh! Join me if you can! That’s 12-3 PST this Saturday only on:
http://www.twitch.com/adobe

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Animation Mentor podcast interview with Enrico Casarosa

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BttbXsBos9w

Here’s a  great little interview on Animation Mentor podcast interview with Enrico Casarosa who directed La Luna for Pixar back in 2011. Check it out below.