DEFINITION THE VIRTUAL FRONTIER
T he best collaborations are greater than the sum of their parts. That much is true for the new Virtual Production Skills Bootcamps: a collective effort from MARS Academy by MARS Volume, University of Bristol, MyWorld and Gritty Talent. “We’re all passionate about diversifying the film and TV sector,” remarks Kirsten Cater, University of Bristol professor. It’s a key element of the inaugural programme. Funded by the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority, these
boot camps target local creative professionals looking to upskill or ‘reskill’, according to Cater. “It’s an investment in local people,” she stresses – particularly those with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Delivered over 16 weeks, the programme was split into two 28-person cohorts: one focusing on Unreal Engine, the other on the Sony VENICE 2. While the programme took place at the University of Bristol’s state-of-the-art MyWorld facility, MARS Volume provided its fair share of industry expertise.
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