In this episode, we chat to Atem Kuol about how he became a VFX coordinator. Starting up as a witness camera operator and venturing into VFX production before embarking on 'Death on the Nile' as assistant coordinator, Atem gives us the low down on his experiences and how he made it into the VFX industry from his early beginnings in the live TV industry. One not to be missed, from anyone looking to understand what VFX coordinators do, and the ins and outs of how one gets to be one. As always, if you liked this episode, please like, comment, subscribe and share! Listen to all episodes on our website https://www.thevfxartistspodcast.com/ Connect with Atem https://www.linkedin.com/in/atemkuol/ Chapters 00:00:00 Ident     00:00:05 Intro     00:00:10 A bit about Atem     00:03:19 The role of a VFX coordinator explained     00:06:54 VFX journey - The inspiration     00:10:01 What's the entry route for VFX coordinators     00:11:35 Coordinating alongside covid     00:13:01 Working with departments on a day-to-day basis     00:14:05 Coordinator's relationship & process with VFX vendors     00:16:10 What's the best way to understand every department's needs     00:19:02 Features or Episodics     00:20:14 Advice for aspiring coordinators     00:21:40 Advice for coodinators looking to move between vendor side and production company     00:22:43 Humble Beginnings Films     00:23:58 Conclusion #vfxpodcast #vfxcoordinator #vfxcareer