High Notes is a podcast featuring conversations on the art and business of voice, hosted by voice actor and BRAVA CEO, Melissa Thom. From Mongolian throat singing to vocal health, accents, gaming, and more, HIGH NOTES uncovers the craft behind the business.
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High Notes is a podcast featuring conversations on the art and business of voice, hosted by voice actor and BRAVA CEO, Melissa Thom. From Mongolian throat singing to vocal health, accents, gaming, and more, HIGH NOTES uncovers the craft behind the business.
Brought to you by https://www.brava.uk.com/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Casting for Mocap, Games & Animation with Jessica Jefferies
In this episode of High Notes, host, Melissa Thom, sits down with Jessica Jefferies, a casting director who specialises in motion and performance capture for video games.
Jessica opens up about her transition from actor to casting director, the challenges she faced in the industry, and how performance capture continues to evolve. The conversation explores her unique career journey, the critical role of inclusivity in casting, and the growing influence of AI in the gaming world.
She also offers valuable advice for aspiring voice and performance capture artists, and shares a sneak peek into current and upcoming projects.
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00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:58 Jessica Jeffries' Journey into Motion Capture
03:52 Transition from Acting to Casting
07:29 The Evolution and Excitement of Performance Capture
09:12 Casting Insights and Advice for Actors
20:05 The Importance of Inclusivity in Casting
24:20 Training and Career Development for Aspiring Actors
26:36 Balancing Work and Family Life
29:54 Future Projects and Final Thoughts
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