Show Notes
If someone asked you today, 'Is VFX a safe career?' - what are they really asking?
Job security? Stable income? Long-term sustainability? Or just reassurance that it’s a 'sensible' choice?
In this episode of The ACCESS: VFX Podcast, Simon Devereux and Nene Parsotam bring together artists, leaders and coaches from across the industry to unpack the reality behind the question.
From Fraser Murdoch and Cat Gonçalves sharing the day-to-day realities of studio life, to Tom Box offering a studio founder’s perspective, this is a grounded look at how 'stability' actually plays out.
We also hear from Isobel Hine, Courtney Pryce and Brooke McGowan on freelance vs staff realities, money myths, burnout, and what keeps people employable long-term.
The big takeaway?
There’s no single version of 'safe' - just different types of risk, at different stages of your career.
The episode closes with honest advice for anyone considering VFX: who it’s a great fit for, who might want to think twice, and what actually makes a career sustainable over time.
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