Chris Tarroza
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What Does it Take? Project

I've started a little project that I would like to really get rolling and get the word out. Many times, I'd look at a reel of a motion design studio and ask myself, "What does it take to work there?"…Continue

Started Oct 3, 2011

The Life of a Freelancer: What Noobs Need to Know
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Hey guys,Got some questions for all you freelance mo-designers as I am planning to leave the life of working for the man (well, woman for me, the president of the company is a woman). I know next to…Continue

Tags: work, money, finding, happiness, lifestyle

Started this discussion. Last reply by David Rickles May 15, 2010.

Mouse vs. Tablet - FIGHT!
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So I just got myself a new iMac i7, which is lovely by the way, all except for the Magic Mouse. For designing and usage in C4D and AE it is a total piece of crap. A white, wireless, shiny, piece of…Continue

Tags: tunnel, carpel, pain, wacom, logitech

Started this discussion. Last reply by Dominik Nowack May 21, 2010.

What Does it Take? Skill vs. Personality
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DISCLAIMER:I plan to share a few things that have been buzzing around my noggin, mostly things that deal with getting into the motion graphics industry, whether a full-time position or freelance. I…Continue

Tags: after, effects, cinema4d, career, jobs

Started this discussion. Last reply by Gary Stone Mar 10, 2010.

 

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What Does it Take? Project

I've started a little project that I would like to really get rolling and get the word out. Many times, I'd look at a reel of a motion design studio and ask myself, "What does it take to work there?" I could imagine many other young designers wonder the same thing. So I took it upon myself to ask as many local studios in Toronto that very question and post their tweet-sized responses into one collection. Needless to say, the responses are trickling in. As you can imagine, a cold email doesn't…See More
Discussion posted by Chris Tarroza Oct 3, 2011
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Motion Design Showreel 2010

Hi! My name is Chris Tarroza and I am a video editor and motion designer based out of Toronto, Canada. Here are some samples of my work from 2010. Contact me here: chris.tarroza (at) gmail.com Thanks for watching!
Video posted by Chris Tarroza Jan 11, 2011
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Dominik Nowack replied to Chris Tarroza's discussion 'Mouse vs. Tablet - FIGHT!'
I ´d say go get the Bamboo. I´ve got one myself, and I won´t be using a mouse ever again. I am using it on a 24" and barely have to lift my hand to navigate. I was looking for the Intuos 4 medium, but then again I just use it…
May 21, 2010
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David Rickles replied to Chris Tarroza's discussion 'The Life of a Freelancer: What Noobs Need to Know'
Glad I could help man! The Grass roots thing is doing what you're planning on actually... Getting out there and meeting and building a network. That's who will be your best ally in the quest for work, be it full time or freelance. You are…
May 15, 2010
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Christopher Kirkman replied to Chris Tarroza's discussion 'Mouse vs. Tablet - FIGHT!'
I love my Wacoms, but I reserve their use primarily for photo retouching and texture painting or just plain ole drawing. I might be the odd man out here, but I'm a trackball guy. I have big hands and I've never really been comfortable with…
May 15, 2010
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Chris Tarroza replied to Chris Tarroza's discussion 'The Life of a Freelancer: What Noobs Need to Know'
Wow, thank you very much for that reply David. It was very informative and helpful. Thanks for your time! With further research and thought, I am settled on finding another job. My number 1 goal at the moment is to learn, to become better at…
May 15, 2010
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David Rickles replied to Chris Tarroza's discussion 'The Life of a Freelancer: What Noobs Need to Know'
Hi Chris, Here's my 2¢...First a little background... I am currently a full-time 9-5er (ok, maybe in a dreamworld it's actually 9-5), but have been doing so for a bunch of years now. Before doing this, I worked as a full-time…
May 15, 2010
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Chris Tarroza commented on Chris Bodaglo's event 'After Effects Toronto May 19 (Feat. Chad Perkins)'
If work doesn't pile on like the last few times, I'll definitely drop by!
May 12, 2010
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After Effects Toronto May 19 (Feat. Chad Perkins) at Function 13 (Kensington Martket)

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May 19, 2010 from 6:45pm to 9pm
For those who want to have a look at the new AE CS5 Chad Perkins (of Lynda.com) will be showing us a few tidbits of the new upgrade. Bring your curiousity and questions (and a friend too).And if that's not enough Chris Bodaglo will be giving a demo for NextLimit's RealFlow. RealFlow is an application that works with numerous 3d apps and allows you to set up fluid animations and more.Our next meeting is at:156 Augusta Ave.May 19, 2010Time: Doors open 6:45 pm. Presentation starts 7:00.Register…See More
Chris Tarroza might attend Chris Bodaglo's event May 12, 2010
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Jeffrey Man replied to Chris Tarroza's discussion 'Mouse vs. Tablet - FIGHT!'
Hey, just glad my experience can help contribute! good luck with trying it out! And i know what you mean be indecisive, im still wrapping my head around a bunch of things to buy.
May 11, 2010
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Chris Tarroza replied to Chris Tarroza's discussion 'Mouse vs. Tablet - FIGHT!'
Thanks for the comment Jeffrey! All these differing opinions isn't good for an indecisive guy like me! With that said, I think I'm going to try out a Bamboo. I was reminded today that I have a friend who works at Future Shop who can hook…
May 11, 2010
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Jeffrey Man replied to Chris Tarroza's discussion 'Mouse vs. Tablet - FIGHT!'
Hey, im a AE / c4d user myself, and a while ago, before i was into tablets I decided to try out the wacom bamboo small (the 1st generation ones) After finally sitting down and learning to use it, theres no other alternative for me. Also I don't…
May 11, 2010
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Kyle Brosius replied to Chris Tarroza's discussion 'Mouse vs. Tablet - FIGHT!'
I found my Intuos 2 used on ebay. Works like it's brand new. Might be worth checking out.
May 10, 2010
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Chris Tarroza replied to Chris Tarroza's discussion 'Mouse vs. Tablet - FIGHT!'
Not insulting at all, I know next to nothing about tablets. Thanks again, maybe I'll look into getting a mouse instead. Those intuos' are out of my budget.
May 10, 2010
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Kyle Brosius replied to Chris Tarroza's discussion 'Mouse vs. Tablet - FIGHT!'
Yes, I think that will be too small. Sorry if I insult your intelligence. You have to think of it like the tablet is your screen, and when you move around on the tablet, you move on the screen in relation. You'll have to do very small movements…
May 10, 2010
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Chris Tarroza replied to Chris Tarroza's discussion 'The Life of a Freelancer: What Noobs Need to Know'
Thanks for commenting Kyle! Happiness is more important than stressing out over work. For someone getting started though and has bills to pay, how can you get into freelancing full-time while making enough money to get by? Do you just take it and…
May 10, 2010

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Freelancer, Staff/Employee
What are you looking for?
Staff Position, Clients, Colleagues & Friends
Years of professional experience
3 - 5 (Mid-level)
Proficient software applications
Adobe After Effects, Final Cut Pro
Areas of expertise
2D Animation, Compositing
Available to work at home office with own software / hardware
Yes
Client roster
News Canada: Bell Canada/Solo Mobile, Natural Resources Canada, Kellogg's, Kodak, Bluewater, Callaway Golf
Keywords / More about you
motion graphics, motion designer, visual effects, after effects, video editing, final cut pro, avid media composer, music, guitar player, enthusiast

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The Wall of Molasses - When Learning Gets Harder

Posted on March 18, 2010 at 4:00pm 2 Comments

I currently work at a small company full time where I feel I am not being challenged enough. There's work to be done on a daily basis but I'd say it's more tedious than challenging, and more annoying than fun. With that said, I'm well aware that in this career field, no matter how successful you are, not everyday is always going to be a field of daisies... if you're into that kind of thing.



I have been looking into freelancing as, from what I've heard, it's quite the challenge and… Continue
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'You were born an original. Don't die a copy"

Posted on December 3, 2009 at 12:36am 17 Comments

I just read an article by 'soon-to-be-at-the-AETO-meeting', Chad Perkins. And it was a really interesting read (link found below).



He brings up two interesting points. Just like everyone else, I'm a huge fan of VideoCopilot and the bow-at-his-feet, Andrew Kramer. I'm not going to regurgitate Chad's article, but he basically says that tutorials have become akin to recipes, albeit that the measurements are in pixels, rotations, frames, etc. And what's happening now, especially what… Continue

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