Uncoventional Engineering Episode 23: “3D Printing and Blazing Your Own Trail” with Jason Lopes

ASME's Unconventional Engineering

Tom Costabile and Jay Flores met with Jason Lopes - 3D printing expert and special effects pioneer. From humble beginnings as an aspiring pro-skateboarder to leading effects teams working on Hollywood blockbusters, Jason’s career journey is as unconventional as it gets! 00:00 Show opening 00:44 Welcome to the show with Jay Flores and Tom Costabile 1:21 Guest introduction - Jason Lopes, 3D printing expert and special effects pioneer 1:53 Jason describes his early career journey 7:07 Jason provides his perspective on why teamwork is so vital to supporting innovation 9:45 Jason details his transition from working at Stan Winston Studios to Legacy Effects 15:45 Tom asks Jason to provide some insights on the future of AI 23:25 Tom and Jason share their affinity for certain 3D printers 27:00 Jay asks Jason to give his advice for those still searching for what they want to do with their careers 30:33 Thank yous and goodbyes