From DreamWorks to Viral VFX - Daniel Hashimoto's Journey in Visual Effects

Dive into an engaging podcast episode featuring Daniel "Hashi" Hashimoto, known as Action Movie Kid, as he shares his journey from experimenting with visual effects at home to working at DreamWorks and creating viral sensations. Explore Hashi's unique perspective as a colorblind VFX artist and his innovative solutions to this challenge. Discover insights on leveraging After Effects in unexpected ways, the evolution of the Action Movie Kid phenomenon, and the impact of AI on the creative industry. Learn about keying and compositing best practices, balancing brand expectations with creative freedom, and the excitement and challenges of content creation. Gain valuable knowledge about VFX techniques, career development in the animation industry, and the future of visual effects in this informative and inspiring discussion.

Coming Up...
Techniques and Tools for Colorblind Compositors
Career Beginnings and DreamWorks Experience
Using After Effects in a Studio Pipeline
Keying and Compositing Best Practices
The Rise of Action Movie Kid
VFX for Motion
Balancing Brand Expectations and Creative Freedom
Transitioning to New Ventures
The Rise of AI in Visual Effects
Not Enough Control Over AI
Creative Projects and Viral Success
The Fun and Challenges of Content Creation
Wrap Up