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In visual effects & digital content
A CUTTING EDGE STUDIO + EDUCATIONAL PLATFORM
We produce original content - from feature films to corporate training - and work with successful creators.
Our curriculum is based on real-world productions that must always be efficient and make use of the best, cutting-edge practices.
As a combination of studio and educational curriculum, we work on both our own original projects and collaborations with recognized talent and companies.
This ensures our curriculum is relevant and will truly help you achieve your goals.
VISUAL EFFECTS IS THE NEW FILMMAKING
The majority of films and TV series require visual effects to tell their stories, whether it's a sci-fi movie set on Jupiter or a historical drama in 1800s San Francisco.
VFX techniques have been steadily transforming filmmaking, and as AI and remote collaboration continue to improve, mastering VFX will allow you to work on a wide range of projects. Eventually, the majority of content will be produced entirely within a digital environment.
Learning with the STAGE 3 VFX curriculum and community will help position you to succeed in the rapidly changing entertainment and media industries.
THE BEST COMBINATION OF SELF-PACED and MENTORSHIP LEARNING
We understand that the world is changing rapidly and the economy is challenging. To ensure that everyone can learn VFX, we offer a flexible approach to learning.
Asynchronous Learning with
Regular Weekly Office Hours
Studio Labs with Direct Work
on Commercial and Original Productions
Certificate-Based Courses
with Set Times and a Certificate of Completion
Deep Dives to Rapidly Learn
Specific Techniques and Skills
Interactive Webinars with
Industry Experts to Cover New
Developments and Trends
Small Groups to Quickly
Develop Skills and Have Questions Answered So You Can Complete Your Projects
WE SUPPORT INDEPENDENT CREATORS
TOur platform is focused on supporting independent creators who are looking to create original content and build their own companies.
The entertainment and media industries are rapidly changing, and we believe there has never been a better time to develop an independent studio or career.
Understanding visual effects will be necessary to get a wide range of work, from corporate presentations to creating environments for games and movies.
There has never been a better time to learn how to create compelling content and monetize it.
Our curriculum, professional network, and commercial projects are designed to provide a clear understanding of VFX and how to use it effectively for your own projects.
VISUAL EFFECTS MASTERY FOR ALL TYPES OF CREATORS
We started this program when SEMKHOR needed to create a critical scene for Kevin Smith's film, Killroy Was Here, with almost no budget.
Fortunately, this led to a conversation with Dante Rinaldi, the current head of our VFX Program and Studio, resulting in the
From that point on, we developed a curriculum that allows any creator to understand and supervise visual effects shots, even if they cannot produce the shots themselves.
Whether you want to master NUKE, MAYA, HOUDINI, AFTER EFFECTS, UNREAL ENGINE or organize a visual team team to deliver your vision, our curriculum will help you achieve your goals.
A VISUAL EFFECTS PROGRAM
FOR INDEPENDENT CREATORS
A CUTTING EDGE STUDIO + REAL-WORLD TRAINING
Film used to be the gateway into visual effects.
Now, VFX is filmmaking.
WHETHER YOU WANT TO MASTER SOFTWARE OR PRODUCE OTHERWORLDLY LANDSCAPES stage 03 vfx IS THE IDEAL PLATFORM TO LEARN QUICKLY AND COMPLETELY.
Our studio is on the cutting edge of integrating original content with emerging technology and creator platforms.
The professsors here at Stage 03 VFX are not retired artists, but working professoinals who not only educate on the latest hardware and software, but developing the student's creative eye and teaching real-world pipelines and workflows.
STAGE 03 VFX IS PART OF SEMKHOR CONTENT ACADEMY
We work closely with Caring For Children Charities to support talented students and donate 10% of each sale to their initiative to support creators in GULF COAST.
Studio lab projects & webinars
STAGE03VFX is part of Semkhor Content Academy which is a unique educational model based on real-world productions. Our STUDIO LAB approach allows content creators to receive relevant training, build a professional network, and develop a compelling portfolio. Our WEBINARS provide helpful tips, tricks, analysis and insights to help develop skills and careers
CORE CURRICULUM
STAGE03VFX is part of Semkhor Content Academy which is a unique educational model based on real-world productions. Our STUDIO LAB approach allows content creators to receive relevant training, build a professional network, and develop a compelling portfolio. Our WEBINARS provide helpful tips, tricks, analysis and insights to help develop skills and careers
VFX ARTISTS LEVELING UP TOGETHER
At our YouTube channel, we're passionate about nurturing and advancing VFX artists' skills. We believe in sharing knowledge freely, which is why we regularly upload videos packed with tips, tricks, and insider secrets from the world of visual effects.
Our commitment extends beyond tutorials. We delve into the fascinating history of VFX, exploring pivotal moments and innovations that have shaped the industry.
Understanding where we come from helps us appreciate where we're going.
To stay connected with our community and receive exclusive content, we encourage viewers to sign up for our free newsletter and mailing list. By subscribing, you'll gain access to bonus materials, in-depth articles, and updates on upcoming video releases.
It's our way of fostering a supportive network where VFX enthusiasts can learn, grow, and thrive together.
Whether you're here to master new techniques, uncover industry secrets, or delve into VFX history, our channel is dedicated to empoweringyour journey.
Join us in exploring the art and science of visual effects—it's a world of endless creativity waiting to be discovered.
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