FX Portfolio & Applications
Instructor: Jason Keyser
Included with VFX-A All Access
These community recordings from the VFX Apprentice Discord offer insight into creating portfolios that will impress professional artists and companies.
2 Hours
This course includes 3 lessons with over two hours of training.
Skill Level
This course is for all, but most helpful for intermediate VFX artists.
VFX Breakdowns
This course looks into existing projects and breaks them down.
Instant Access
This course is immediately available to All Access members.
Course Breakdown
Lesson overview.
FX Portfolio Tips & Tricks
Jason Keyser answers questions and gives you advice on putting together your FX portfolio!
Professional FX Portfolios
Professional examples of portfolios and guidance on the kinds of work you should include in your own portfolio.
Student Portfolio Reviews
VFX Apprentice members share their portfolios and learn to organize their portfolio work!
Want a hands-on experience?
Are you ready to create an FX art test for your portfolio? Portfolio Bootcamp combines live weekly sessions with personalized professional feedback. Designed to help you hone your skills and prepare a portfolio piece, this course is made for those ready to pursue a career in FX.
Learn MoreWhat members say about VFX Apprentice
Rafe Valley
VFX-A All Access Member
I found traditional education systems didn't work nearly as well for me as online classes do! I have been drawn to VFX since before I knew what it was, so I am having a blast with all of the courses.
Bruno Cano
VFX-A All Access Member
Joining VFX Apprentice was, for sure, the best decision I've made in my early VFX career. The courses are great and the mentors and students are always trying to help. I just love being here!
Learn 2D and 3D FX with VFX-A All Access
All 2D FX, 3D VFX, and Advanced courses are included with VFX Apprentice All Access. Learn stylized and real-time FX from professional artists and animators.
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