Creative Production: Exploring Paths In Animation And Beyond
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Creative Production: Exploring Paths In Animation And Beyond
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APPLICATION GROUP 3
Applications Open:
8/8/24
THIS CIRCLE IS PERFECT FOR
- Producers, Artists, writers, storytellers, and creators who are interested in creative production to get their stories off the ground.Â
- Freelance artists
- Aspiring creative producers
WHAT TO EXPECT
- An overview of the creative production processes
- How to get your story off the ground: world building, characters, story driver, and other topics on the creative and production side
- Basics of the inner workings of the industry
WHAT NOT TO EXPECT
- Production Management software training
- Feedback on art portfolios
- Help brainstorming show ideas
Qualification Criteria
Entry Level (1-2 yrs of experience)
Early Career (3-5 yrs of experience)
Day / Time
Times Per Month:Â TwiceÂ
Day / Time:Â Thursday at 7:00 pm
Timezone: CEST
* You must meet the qualification criteria AND be able to attend the posted day/time of the circle (please note the timezone posted)
CIRCLE DESCRIPTION
Have you ever wondered how a director or creative producer becomes one? How was your favorite show created? In this circle, we will explore the overall view of creative production and how new technologies will help us get our stories off the ground.
If you want to expand your opportunities and job prospects in animation specifically and are curious about the greater professional creative community, this is a circle for you!Â
By the end of this circle, you will:
- Learn the insights of creative production for client projects and getting your stories off the ground
- Learn how to cultivate and grow your creative community, enhancing your network and collaborative opportunities
- Develop a strong animation creative production understanding
- Engage in insightful discussions with professionals from diverse creative careers, gaining real-world perspectives and advice
- Explore a variety of career pathways
Whether you’re looking to delve deeper into the world of entertainment, bring your animated project to life, or make an impact in the arts sector in general, this circle is where your creative aspirations meet practical guidance.
ADDITIONAL Application Requirements
Please submit the following as part of your Application Profile:
*(AFTER you click to apply, you must go into your member profile and complete the member-specific portion; these requirements should be submitted through that profile):Â Â
- Resume
- Personal statement explaining why you’d like to learn about Creative Production
Circle Leader
Maria Mira
Maria, currently Head of Originals and Producer at Agora Studio, helps guide the development of originals, managing them through story, script, production, and release. Alongside her role, she is also working with Carlos Baena on the development of his first live action feature.Â
Maria´s passion has always been to be part of stories that shape us. Born and raised in Spain. She started her career in theater and as a production secretary for film production companies.Â
Maria, produced the acclaimed cinematic Watch Dogs Legion Tipping Point (2019) for Ubisoft as Head of Studio & Executive Producer at Pinkman TV. During this time, Maria originated the Oscar campaign for the awarded animated short film The Windshield Wiper (2022)
Maria has combined her passion for creative production and visual effects production management, working as VFX Producer on multiple titles like Shaun the Sheep Farmageddon (2019), The Gilded Age (2022), Spy Kids (2023) Avatar the last Airbender (2024), Moonfall (2021)… and at the awarded VR studio Future Lighthouse with a triple feature at the Venice Immersive in (2017).Â
As a WIA & VES member, She is committed to helping more diverse people enter and succeed in the industry and finding ways to encourage their voices to not only be heard but listened to, creating an environment where everyone can do their best work.
She is a lover of analog photography, so when you can not find her producing stories she might be working in her lab.Â
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Current Title: Head of Originals
Studio / Employer:Â Agora Studio
