Sony Pictures Animation: Artist Profile

What did Omar Smith focus on during his formal training?

• 3D Animation

• Illustration and Maette Sculpting

• Graphic Design

• Film Production

How long has Omar Smith been working in visual development at Sony Pictures Animation?

• 3 years

• 5 years

• 7 years

• 10 years

What is the primary task of Omar Smith at Sony Pictures Animation?

• Character Design

• Storyboarding

• Directing

• 3D Sculpting of Characters

Why is digital sculpting preferred over clay in production?

• It allows for quicker changes

• It's cheaper

• It's more durable

• It's more traditional

What unique challenge did Chester's character design pose?

• Lack of color

• Traditional animation style

• Extremely graphic shapes

• Simplistic design

Who was Omar Smith's favorite character to work on from 'Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2'?

• Barry the Strawberry

• Sam Sparks

• Flint Lockwood

• Chester

What additional role did Omar Smith take on for the chi spider character?

• Voice Acting

• Rigging for Test Animation

• Script Writing

• Music Composition

Why was a car used in the scene with the chi spider?

• For comedic effect

• As a reference of scale

• To add action

• To introduce new characters

What does Omar Smith find most rewarding about working at Sony Pictures Animation?

• The fame

• The collaborative environment

• The salary

• The travel opportunities

How does Omar Smith feel about his peers at Sony Pictures Animation?

• Intimidated

• Indifferent

• Inspired

• Isolated