Join Emily Knight for an illuminating conversation with Ere Santos, a talented animator making waves at Disney Animation Studios. In this episode of Animator's Blueprint, Ere shares the captivating story of his animation journey - from teaching himself as a determined teenager to landing coveted internships at Pixar and Sony, and eventually securing a role at the prestigious Disney studios. Gain priceless insights as Ere discusses the keys to mastering animation fundamentals, putting together a standout demo reel, getting your foot in the industry's door, and continuing to evolve as an animator. Learn how he overcame constant rejection and self-doubt through perseverance and continuously improving his craft. Whether you're an aspiring or experienced animator, Ere's words of wisdom and contagious passion for the art form will inspire you to keep growing, stay resilient, and above all - keep animating your world! Tune in now to embark on this motivational expedition. Whether you're a student, a professional animator, or simply an enthusiast of the animated world, this podcast is your gateway to behind-the-scenes insights and inspiring stories from top animation studios. Get ready for a journey filled with career-changing advice, creative inspiration, and a unique look into the world of animation! Stay tuned for more episodes of Animator's Blueprint and keep animating your world! --- Animation Mentor is the original online animation school, taught by professional working animators from major studios such as Pixar, DreamWorks, and Industrial Light & Magic. We’ve been training the industry’s best animators since 2005! Get more information or request a free animation e-book here: https://am3d.co/3NX4Ehc =========== Learn Character Animation online at Animation Mentor ► https://bit.ly/3VPJG5h Check Out Animation Mentor's Courses and Workshops: https://bit.ly/3Uq8xfl =========== Join us on social media: Instagram ► https://bit.ly/3DuoLxe LinkedIn ► https://bit.ly/3RRNqnZ Facebook ► https://bit.ly/3WpkzY4 X ► https://bit.ly/3ftRt9j TikTok ► https://bit.ly/45Lx5or =========== #3danimation #animationschool #animationcareer #animatedfilms #animation
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