in Visual Effects, Animation & Games

Technical Director & Coach

Alexander Richter

framestore

dneg

ILM

weta_fx

pixar3

disney_animation

animal_logic

ubisoft

Free 7-Day Bootcamp: Technical DirectoR

Our email bootcamp unlocks the secrets to building a thriving career as a Technical Director in Visual Effects, Animation and Games in just one week:

🚀 Career Guide for Technical Director
🧑‍💻 The essential Roles of a Technical Director
📑 Exclusive CV & Cover Letter template
🐍 Handy Python Cheat Sheet

Learn Python

Beginner Masterclass

Our Python for Maya masterclass will enable you to automate processes, save time and simplify your work. Make significant contributions to your projects and career in 8 weeks

Beginner Masterclass

Unleash the power of Python for 3ds Max in 8 weeks. Learn to use Python to automate processes, streamline your workflow and make significant improvements in your projects and career using Python.

Beginner Masterclass

Unleash the explosive Power of Python for Houdini to become a proficient FX TD. Automate processes, streamline your workflow and catapult your projects and career with Python in 8 weeks.

Beginner Masterclass

Ready to revolutionize your Nuke compositing workflow? Our Python for Nuke masterclass will teach you how to automate processes, manipulate nodes, save time and improve your workflow in 8 weeks.

Intermediate course NEW

Unlock the power of Python and AI with our Python Copilot course. Learn how to enhance your coding workflow, speed up development, and take your Python skills to the next level using Copilot AI as a coding assistant - all in a short time.

intermediate Masterclass

Python Advanced teaches you to build powerful pipeline applications and unlock new technical opportunities in Visual Effects, Animation, and Games. Perfect for professionals ready to level up their Python skills and career.

Advanced course June 2025

Python Pipeline teaches you to build a powerful pipeline for Visual Effects, Animation, and Games. Elevate your career by mastering Python's role in building scalable, future-proof pipelines that make a lasting impact in your studio.

Erin Morales

CFX Artist

Python for Maya

average rating is 5 out of 5

Easy to understand and focused on pipeline examples.

Marc Bonneviot

Compositor

Python for Nuke

average rating is 5 out of 5

Able to create nodes with code was a bit magic. A lots of talented people!

Christopher Forrai

Senior Creature TD

Python for Houdini

average rating is 5 out of 5

Finally a masterclass that explains Python in a language I understand and makes me feel like it is important and cool to know.

Before this class, I felt like, "Why should I learn Python and spend countless hours just to reach a level that is worse than any free application in the app store?" (I started learning Python once 5 years ago and it lost me after 2 hours when the tutor started building a janky image browser while I was struggling to memorize the difference between int and float).

This masterclass isn't like that. The focus is on visual effects that will leave you amazed and proud of your work. You'll feel special that you can do anything, create tools, and understand how everything works under the hood.

Career Coaching

Coaching

Do you dream to work in the Visual Effects, Animation or Games industry? Our successful job application coaching will teach you everything you need to know to get a job in the industry.

Coaching

Improve your interview skills and land your dream job in the Visual Effects, Animation and Games industry. Our expert guidance will teach you how to ace your interviews and stand out from the competition.

Mentoring

Want to advanced your career in the Visual Effects, Animation or Games industry? Let me guide you through the process. My personal mentoring focuses on practical advice to help you develop a successful career.

Eric Frazier

General Technical Director

Mentoring

average rating is 5 out of 5

Alex is very knowledgeable about the film industry and I would say he could help you with any career path you would like to go into. He understands why a company would need you from a business perspective and what you should be doing to get there. He understands areas where you may be lacking and guide you to improve them.

After Mentoring: Technical Director @ Walt Disney Animation Studios

Rafael Silva

Nuke Technical Director

Contract Negotiation | Mentoring

average rating is 5 out of 5

After so much time in this industry, I've finally felt like a valuable professional. This was a career change moment, and I'm deeply grateful for your insights and mentorship at such a crucial moment. Thank you!

After Negotiation: Extensive higher salary

Kathleen Monje

Pipeline Technical Director

Job Application | Mentoring

average rating is 5 out of 5

Alexander is an amazing mentor, catering to me as an individual and being realistic about my own goals and circumstances. Having had a diverse array of experiences in different genres and environments, he has a thorough understanding of all the moving parts of the animation/VFX/gaming industries and [...] as intentional and empathetic of both a TD and a coach as he is!

After Mentoring: Pipeline Technical Director @ Skydance Studios

Podcast

21 Artist Show

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Are you looking for a successful career in the Visual Effects, Animation, and Games industry?

Tune into the 21 Artist Show. We'll talk to the top creators, artists, and engineers about their careers, the lessons they've learned, and how to make an impact. We offer valuable insights and advice for anyone who wants to succeed in the industry.

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