Casting for Mocap, Games & Animation with Jessica Jefferies. **A Women in Games Special**

Casting for Mocap, Games & Animation with Jessica JefferiesIn 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. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10955582/https://www.instagram.com/jessicajefferiescastinghttps://www.jessicajefferiescasting.co.uk/bioSubscribe to the BRAVA newsletter for news updates, training opportunities, and more from the world of business, acting and voice: https://www.brava.uk.com/subscribe00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:58 Jessica Jeffries' Journey into Motion Capture03:52 Transition from Acting to Casting07:29 The Evolution and Excitement of Performance Capture09:12 Casting Insights and Advice for Actors20:05 The Importance of Inclusivity in Casting24:20 Training and Career Development for Aspiring Actors26:36 Balancing Work and Family Life29:54 Future Projects and Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.