Film and television studios are turning to virtual production, using large screens and live camera tracking to replace some location shoots and speed up filming.
Producers said the approach cuts travel and lets crews change lighting and backgrounds instantly. Critics note that equipment is expensive and that the technique works best in controlled studio spaces.
Training schools are adding courses for the new roles, from real-time artists to screen technicians, as demand for the skills grows.
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Shared this with my colleagues. It sparked a good discussion in our office.
Good question. We will update the article as soon as there is word.
I think the article glosses over the economic impact, but the rest is well sourced.