Clark James
Special Effects Coordinator
• IATSE Local 44 (26 yrs) - Special Effects classification
• California Pyrotechnic Operator License (31 yrs) - SFX 1st Class
• Federal Explosives License - Type 20, Manufacturer of High Explosives
• DOT HazMat Training Re-Certification (2018)
• Alliance of Special Effects & Pyrotechnic Operators (29 yrs)
• Local 44 Special Effects Training Course (2008-9)
• Cal Fire Special Effects Advisory Committee (1 yr)
• Entertainment Services Technology Association (4 yrs)
• Los Angeles County Fire Safety Officer Training (1994)
• Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences (22 Yrs)
• Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (14 Yrs)
• Visual Effects Society (24 yrs)
• Scuba - Open Water (29 yrs)
• Hollywood Magic Castle (40 yrs) - honorary lifetime member
• SAG-AFTRA - Puppeteer (30 yrs)
Wind, Snow, Ice, Cobwebs, Dust, Torches, Sparks, Fire, Explosions, Breakaways, Smoke, Fog, Steam, Rain, Water Effects, Slimes, Dynamic Rigging, Vehicle Prep & Effects, Bullet Effects, Blood gags, Knives, Arrows, Mechanical Devices, Radio Control, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Stunt Props, Miniatures, Magic Effects and Illusions, Puppets, ...
Welding/Cutting, Machining, Metal Forming, Electronic Circuits & Code Writing, CAD, CNC, 3D Printing, Laser Cutting/Etching, Vacuum Forming, Mold-Making, ...