In this captivating installment of 'Animator's Blueprint', host Emily Knight chats with dynamic animator Zachary Rahman, who's worked on acclaimed movies like 'Encanto' and is now mentoring students at the prestigious Animation Mentor. Discover Zachary's inspiring journey from skipping homework to animate cartoons at 13 to becoming a professional after college and realizing he still needed to hone his craft, leading him to enroll at Animation Mentor himself. Gain priceless tips as he breaks down vital strategies like constantly applying for jobs, coping with rejection, and how to take your skills to the next level. Zach also recounts his unbelievable experience working at Walt Disney Animation Studios, where despite achieving his dream job, he found himself learning so much from industry veterans about the art form on an assignment animating charming rats. Let Zachary's infectious passion, humility, and wisdom guide you as he shares the best piece of advice for animators - never stop creating art, learning new techniques, and seeking constructive feedback! Whether you're a student, a professional animator, or simply an enthusiast of the animated world, this podcast is your gateway to behind-the-scenes insights and inspiring stories from top animation studios. Get ready for a journey filled with career-changing advice, creative inspiration, and a unique look into the world of animation! Stay tuned for more episodes of Animator's Blueprint and keep animating your world! --- Animation Mentor is the original online animation school, taught by professional working animators from major studios such as Pixar, DreamWorks, and Industrial Light & Magic. We’ve been training the industry’s best animators since 2005! Get more information or request a free animation e-book here: ⁠https://am3d.co/3NX4Ehc⁠ =========== Learn Character Animation online at Animation Mentor ► ⁠https://bit.ly/3VPJG5h⁠ Check Out Animation Mentor's Courses and Workshops: ⁠https://bit.ly/3Uq8xfl⁠ =========== Join us on social media: Instagram ► ⁠https://bit.ly/3DuoLxe⁠ LinkedIn ► ⁠https://bit.ly/3RRNqnZ⁠ Facebook ► ⁠https://bit.ly/3WpkzY4⁠ X ► ⁠https://bit.ly/3ftRt9j⁠ TikTok ► ⁠https://bit.ly/45Lx5or⁠ =========== ⁠#3danimation⁠ ⁠#animationschool⁠ ⁠#animationcareer⁠ ⁠#animatedfilms⁠ ⁠#animation