CAP Portfolio and Professional Practice Flashcards
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In the US animation industry, what does 'ILM' stand for?
Answer: Industrial Light & Magic
Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) is a leading US visual effects and animation studio founded by George Lucas in 1975.
Which software proficiency is considered most essential for a character animator seeking work at major US feature animation studios in 2026?
Answer: Autodesk Maya
Autodesk Maya remains the dominant tool for character animation at major US feature and VFX studios.
What is 'turnover' in the US animation production pipeline?
Answer: The hand-off of approved assets from one department to the next (e.g., layout to animation)
Turnover is the formal handoff of approved scenes or assets from one department to another, ensuring quality checkpoints are met.
When negotiating a freelance animation contract in the US, what does the term 'net 30' refer to?
Answer: Payment is due 30 days after the invoice date
Net 30 is a standard US payment term meaning the full invoice amount is due within 30 days of the invoice date.
In a US studio's production hierarchy, who is typically responsible for approving the final poses and performance of animated shots?
Answer: The animation supervisor or director
The animation supervisor or director reviews and approves shot performances, ensuring consistency with the film's character and story goals.
What does 'deliverables' mean in a US freelance animation contract?
Answer: The specific files, formats, and outputs the freelancer must provide upon project completion
Deliverables define exactly what the client expects to receive — file types, frame sizes, formats, and any associated project files.