Getting a Job in CG: Real Advice from Reel People (Paperback)

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Here is the definitive, insider's guide to landing that first critical job or upgrading your current job in the 3D/Effects industry. This Maya Press title, a joint publishing effort between Sybex and Alias, offers priceless, candid career strategies from the industry leaders. It starts off by introducing the myriad job possibilities and resume building techniques. Interviews with noted industry and academic insiders, job recruiters, and employers convey the tools, skills, and knowledge they look for when deciding who gets a shot. This practical guide advises you on how to produce an outstanding demo reel. You also learn where to meet the right people and how to ace the job interview. The CD includes samples of reels that landed jobs along with expert analysis of what made the difference.

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Get the Inside Track to Landing an Enviable Job in Computer Graphics

Breaking into the wildly creative and fiery 3D/Effects industry is a tough proposition. With so many talented people competing for each alluring job, it’s imperative that candidates grasp what employers look for and make every attempt to stand out. Maya Press, a joint publishing effort between Sybex and industry leader Alias, brings you this definitive and practical guide to help you land that first job or advance your current job in the computer graphics industry.

Getting a Job in CG: Real Advice from Reel People is rich with candid strategies and priceless insights straight from industry and academic leaders, job recruiters, and employers.Featured on the CD The CD includes samples of demo reels from successful job seekers who have landed the jobs they wanted in the industry. Their experience can help you shape your reel for your search.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Sybex (February 25, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0782142575
• ISBN-13: 978-0782142570
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #717,387 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars definitely worth the money, January 3, 2005

By	M. Temelkov "mtemelkov" (Brooklyn, NY United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

this is one of the few books that offers practical advice on finding a job in the cg industry. besides the standard topics like putting together a resume and interviewing tips, it tells you what skills you need to build in order to be successful at different career paths (modeler vs rigger vs compositor, etc.) i also found the interviews with various people who already work in the industry very informative.