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Magic job for Island animator who worked on Harry Potter spin-off

An animator from the Isle of Man has lent his magic touch to the new Harry Potter spin off. 

Thomas Maier worked on Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them - the JK Rowling penned blockbuster has taken over 600 million dollars since it opened. 

Thomas undertook a foundation art course at the Isle of Man College before being accepted into Bournemouth Arts University - a renowned college for animators. 

He then landed a job at Framestore in the tracking and match-move department - he's currently working on Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2; the Marvel film is expected to be one of the biggest of 2017.  

Speaking to 3FM Thomas says it's an exciting industry to work in but can spoil the illusion:

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