Who is a special effects engineer and what do they do? The special effects engineer ensures the technical design of film shots in accordance with the intentions of the director, artists and graphic artists.
What are the activities of the job? Creation of special effects of all kinds in film sequences.
Where is it done and under what conditions? In film studios. Work outside regular working hours is required.
What tools/equipment do they use? Special effects cameras, computers and related software.
What do you need to succeed? You need to have completed a complete secondary artistic education, have an eye for detail, punctuality, and ability to concentrate.