In high school, courses that are recommended are: computers, mathematics,science and art. Most techniciains have a degree or diploma in graphic design, computer science, art or film and theatre arts.
Here are some descriptions from two different websites that I found. Hopefully this helps. Fabricates, installs, and activates equipment to produce special effects, for example rain, snow, explosions, and other mechanical and electrical effects as required by script for television, motion picture, and theatrical productions: Reads script to determine type of special effects required. Mixes chemicals to produce special effects, following standard formulas. Constructs towers and similar objects used in making effects, using handtools and machine tools. Fabricates parts for special effects from materials, for example wood, metal, plaster, and clay, using handtools and power tools. Installs special effects, using handtools. * Reads script. * Works closely with Stage Director and Set Director to fulfill vision of show with input from or at the direction of the Stage Director, who has ultimate authority over special effects. * Has input into time-line with other members of the production team* as established for the production. Time line is used to create a rehearsal calendar and completion date for key production tasks and publicity events. * Designs special effects plan. * Acquires all special effects devices for use in the show. * Creates script with special effects cues for use by either special effects technician or sound board technician. * Adheres to the production time-line as established by the Board. * Attends regularly scheduled Production Team meetings as needed. * Brings together, with Production Team members, all elements of the show as a coordinated, cohesive unit. * Is responsible for acquiring, training and supervising special effects technicians. * Utilizes in-house equipment before renting/purchasing from outside sources. * Is responsible for training and scheduling of personnel to assist in set-up of special effects equipment, proper functioning during performances, and removal and storage. * Turns in all receipts to the Production Facilitator immediately after purchase. (Reimbursements will be made on a monthly basis unless otherwise requested.) * Before each performance reviews all effects to make sure they are preset, in place and in working order. * Submits written post-production report to the Board. Has primary responsibility to ensure safety of each effect and if necessary coordinates with PAHS auditorium staff, PA Fire Department or another organization that may require notification.
Well it depends on if you mean computer special effects of on set special effects. On set special effects which is makeing people look like Zombies for example would need to have skills such as sculpting, Carpenter skills, and electronic skills. And if your talking computer, then you would need animation experience and a demo reel.
Hope that sorta helped,
Joshua
according to http://www.imdb.com/ it was Special Effects by Bart Barber .... special effects technician James Bomalick .... special effects technician Kenneth Bosse .... special effects technician Terry Chapman .... special effects technician Charles Cooley .... special effects technician Paul Deely .... special effects technician Ronald D. Goldstein .... special effects technician Tonja Hill .... special effects technician Xavier Horan .... sound editor Masami Kobayashi .... special effects: Tokyo Javier Lomeli .... special effects technician Steve Luport .... special effects technician William P. McGinley .... special effects technician Stephanie McKinnon .... special effects assistant Bruce Minkus .... special effects rigging foreman Jeff Pepiot .... special effects technician Richard Ratliff .... special effects technician Edward T. Reiff Jr. .... special effects technician William H. Schirmer .... special effects set supervisor Natalia Senina .... special effects assistant Bob Stoker .... special effects set supervisor Lucinda Strub .... special effects general foreman Matt Sweeney .... special effects supervisor Paul Vigil .... special effects technician
In order to become a SFX trainer, degrees and courses related to special effects, visual arts, multimedia and computer animation is required. SFX trainers generally rely on talent and experience along with education.
A special effects technician may do a lot of things on a movie or TV set. They are in charge of helping make sure all the sounds and special effects are available and ready for the movie or TV show.
The experience a person will need to become a special effects technician depends from employer to employer. Individuals should acquire knowledge and gain hands on experience. Obtaining a degree from a film school is beneficial with knowledge in electrical, construction, animation and engineering a plus.
high school or GED
They usually make $30.20 an hour . Which usually equals up to $62,820.
In order for you to teach for special education you need a licence, not just the certification. Depending the state in which you teach, you might have other requirements required from the state.
There is no special education required for an ICU nurse beyond what is required for a nursing license (associate's or bachelor's degree). Usually, hospitals will provide some specialized training for new ICU nurses, but it is not required.
A technician with special training in servicing lights.
Basically what they do is, put the spice into movies. They make the super heroes fly and fight. They make the augly monsters and they create the fictional places.
Maybe what you are looking for is "Special Effects Technician" or "Cinematographic Modeler".
schools could be shut down or students would have to wear special masks