A cornerstone of VP is Unreal Engine, the industry-standard software for designing virtual sets. Although Unreal Engine comes with a steep learning curve, conquering it will make you highly sought after in the industry. Beyond Unreal Engine, understanding optical camera tracking is important. There are numerous tracking hardware options – each with its strengths and weaknesses. At its core, tracking involves devices emitting infrared (IR) light, which reflects off IR markers and is captured by the tracking unit, recording the camera’s six-axis position. If you’re working in green screen VP, as we do at Broadley Studios, mastering chroma keying is non-negotiable. This technique involves removing green screens from footage to replace backgrounds with virtual sets, typically created in Unreal Engine. Precision in chroma keying is critical; a poorly executed key can ruin an otherwise perfect shot. The work ethic VP is both technically and creatively demanding. It often involves long hours
you’ll thrive in this exciting field. A VP career will maximise your creativity
Getting started A VP career is a rewarding one bursting with creativity, innovation and possibilities. If you think it might be for you, you’re going to need oodles of passion for all things visual effects, and you’ll also need to cover the following: •Embrace teamwork and collaboration; working in dynamic teams is the norm. •Learn everything you can about visual effects – particularly match-moving, chroma keying and set design. •Learn, and ideally master, Unreal Engine – it’s a steep learning curve but worth it. •Understand optical camera tracking and green screen production and chroma keying. •Be prepared to work long hours. •Continuously learn and develop your skills. To find out more about Broadley Studios’ virtual production facilities and find out how we can help, visit broadley.tv or contact the team on +442077255858 . Alternatively, send an email via info@broadley.tv
DIGITAL MAGIC Each VP project at Broadley Studios offers filmmakers an opportunity to reimagine what’s possible on camera
of troubleshooting and problem-solving. The process relies on a chain of hardware, where even a single fault can jeopardise the entire operation. However, the diversity of tasks in VP means you’ll constantly be learning and developing new skills. In just one month at Broadley, we’ve transitioned from filming inside a snow globe to a gym, a cafe and a bar. Over a year, we’ve ventured to space, giant TV studios, New York and a high-rise apartment. No two days are the same in VP. If you bring the right work ethic and can quickly adapt to digital workflows,
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