Effects of short deadlines on VFX Artists

This study examines the effects of short deadlines on VFX artists.Through an online survey combining data from 11 student/interns and VFX artists working in the industry.This study focuses on the mental and social life of the artists.Our findings reveal that extremely short deadlines co-relate to mental health problems and affects the social life of the artists which in turn affects their mental health.This research provides empirical evidence supporting industry reform toward more sustainable production timelines that benefit both artists and studios through improved wellbeing metrics and superior creative outcomes.