Unit 12 Ass 1 Task 4

Job 1
Title
Description of
role and
responsibilities

Training

Scenic Artist
The scenic artist is key when making an animation in a
company like Aardman or you could be used for making
anything. But it is normally used for making animation. A
scenic artist is key for making the background for the
animation. Without a scenic artist you cant make an
animation as you cant have your background. This job
requires a lot of effort and time and dedication. This is
because you need to make a lot of different backgrounds.
You need to be very good at drawing and painting to be a
scenic artist. If you arent good at this, then this isnt the job
for you. You have to be doing something similar to be able to
get the job and you need to have very good qualifications to
be able to do this. You will also be Painting backdrops, murals
and many other elements on film sets. You will also be
working to briefs set by Production Designers. You will also
be ordering any materials needed and overseeing the
installation of their work.

Skill Set

Salary
Useful Links

Have excellent, comprehensive artistic and scenic

skills

Know about basic scenic painting techniques, layout

and paint application skills, and Colour mixing

Be talented in the fine art skills of sketching,

rendering, and painting

Be skilled in techniques such as marbling, ragging,

wood graining and texturing

Have a good understanding of art history, period

styles, motifs and architecture

Interpret Designers' small-scale ideas and develop

them into full-scale reproductions

Handle scenic painting materials safely

Work independently but also as part of a team

Work to deadline

The average scenic artist salary is 31,620 per year.

http://www.aardman.com/

http://creativeskillset.org/job_roles/746_scenic_artist
How to Apply

Additional Info

You need to apply via CV to the company you want to join.

You can do this by going on a website where they are asking
for applicants for that job role, or you could contact them
yourself and ask them if they need a scenic artist and if they
respond saying they need one then you have to attach your
CV to the next email or if you have already attached your CV
to the first email then you are good to go, they will ask you
for an interview to see what your attendance is like and your
punctuality. If you applied via website you will also need to
have an interview with the company you have applied to,
and thats only if you have been given the opportunity by the
company.
I have found out you can do it at university, so if you do
scenic artist at university you will have a greater chance of
getting the job when you apply to a company with that job.
You can also work at a place CSSD and this consists of
developing your artistic skills and learn to interpret set
designs for all areas of the entertainment industry - theatre,
video, television and film. Students on this course will
collaborate with set designers and art directors, and gain
experience of working independently or as part of a team.

Job 2
Title
Descriptio
n of role
and
responsibi
lities

Training

Model Maker
As a model maker, youll design and make 3D scale models (or
mock-ups) to show how new buildings or products will look, and to
test new designs. Youll also make models to create special effects
for film or television, or to make complicated technical or scientific
ideas easier to understand. This is normally used by some
companies when they are making clay stop motion films, which
means they use plasticine. This use the plasticine to make all the
characters and props.
Model Makers produce the working models, props, and/or puppets
for stop motion animation. Stop Motion, also called Stop Frame,
describes animation that is created by moving models, puppets or
any three-dimensional objects frame-by-frame in front of a camera
to create the illusion of movement. Other terms used are Model or
Puppet Animation, Table Top or 3D, although nowadays 3D usually
applies to computer animation. Model Makers need to be allrounders, able to work in several craft areas. These include
sculpting, mould making, casting, trimming and seaming (fettling),
foaming, metal working, welding, painting, finishing and costume
making. Armature making exists within the model making
department of some studios but, in many cases, armatures are
produced by specialized outside sub-contractors. Their particular
strengths are likely to be recognized and they may be 'cast' for an
appropriate job. Here is some training you will already need:

Have the imaginative flair to visualize and create designs in 3D

Have good drawing skills
Read and understand plans and technical drawings
Have practical hand skills for sculpting and modelling
Use hand and power tools
Be familiar with a wide range of materials, and with the techniques
required for Working with them
Work accurately and pay close attention to detail
Be able to discuss ideas and concepts with Designers and other
colleagues
Work to tight deadlines
Skill Set

A strong understanding of drawings and specifications for

working at a range of scales, as well as a sound
knowledge of Rhino and AutoCAD.

Experience using Micro station and BIM software would

be an advantage.

Ability to run projects independently and work as part of

a team as instructed by the Model shop Manager / Team
Leader.

Qualified to a minimum HND level, preferably Degree

level, in relevant subject area or equivalent industry
experience.

Able to demonstrate a high level of accuracy and ability

of model making skills, working quickly and effectively
with a wide array of materials.

Able to demonstrate a good knowledge of model shop

machinery, including the laser cutter and hot wire cutter.

Able to use relevant tools, machinery and equipment

within the H&S guidelines as necessary for the
completion of projects.

Good verbal and written communication skills, with the

ability to communicate clearly and accurately.

A professional approach at all times.

Salary
Useful
Links

The average salary for a model maker is 19.43 per hour.

https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/advice/planning/jobpro
files/Pages/modelmaker.aspx
https://www.plotr.co.uk/careers/model-maker/job-description/
http://modelshop.co.uk/Static/Jobs

How to
Apply

You need to apply via CV to the company you want to join. You can
do this by going on a website where they are asking for applicants

Additional
Info

for that job role, or you could contact them yourself and ask them
if they need a scenic artist and if they respond saying they need
one then you have to attach your CV to the next email or if you
have already attached your CV to the first email then you are good
to go, they will ask you for an interview to see what your
attendance is like and your punctuality. If you applied via website
you will also need to have an interview with the company you
have applied to, and thats only if you have been given the
opportunity by the company.
I have found out you can do it at university, so if you want to study
to become a model maker at university you will have a greater
chance of getting the job when you apply to a company for that
job.