Film Industry Presentation

Introduction to the Film Industry Art Department

From concept art or designing and building sets to the creation of graphics, the Art Department plays a crucial role in shaping the look and feel of a film - enhancing storytelling through visual elements that support the narrative. This process requires a variety of individuals with a diversity of skills to collaborate with directors, cinematographers, and other departments in order to create an immersive, cohesive world that captivates audiences.

Whether you're an aspiring filmmaker or design student, this presentation will provide an overview of the role of the art department within a film production and a discussion of potential opportunities in the field. 

Joel Tobman, M.E.Des. (ID)

IATSE 212 Art Caucus Chair & DGC Member

Joel Tobman has worked on a number of film and television projects including Fargo Season 5, The Last of Us, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, High School, Togo, Hell on Wheels, Joe Pickett, and Interstellar. He was nominated for an AMPIA Award for High School, was a member of Art Director’s Guild nominated art team for Ghostbusters: Afterlife and was part of the ADG and Emmy nominated art department for Fargo Season 5.

Emily Horne (AUArts Graduate, BDes '14, VCD)

Emily Horne has worked on a number of film and television projects including Fargo Season 5, The Abandons, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, The Last of Us, High School, Joe Pickett, and Under the Banner of Heaven. She was a member of Art Director’s Guild nominated art team for Ghostbusters: Afterlife and was part of the ADG and Emmy nominated art department for Fargo Season 5.