Compositing and Visual Effects in Animation Production
( 30 Modules )
Module #1 Introduction to Compositing and Visual Effects Overview of the role of compositing and visual effects in animation production, importance, and applications.
Module #2 Fundamentals of Compositing Understanding the basics of compositing, including image layers, alpha channels, and color management.
Module #3 Compositing Software Overview Introduction to popular compositing software such as Nuke, Blackmagic Design Fusion, and Adobe After Effects.
Module #4 Setting up a Compositing Project Best practices for setting up a compositing project, including importing footage, creating a project structure, and setting up a node tree.
Module #5 Working with Layers and Nodes Understanding how to work with layers and nodes in a compositing project, including creating, merging, and managing them.
Module #6 Color Correction and Grading Techniques for color correction and grading in compositing, including understanding color spaces and LUTs.
Module #7 Compositing with Masks and Rotoscoping Using masks and rotoscoping techniques to isolate and composite elements in a scene.
Module #8 Keying and Mattes Understanding keying techniques, including chroma keying, luma keying, and creating mattes.
Module #9 Tracking and Stabilization Techniques for tracking and stabilizing footage in compositing, including using trackers and stabilizers.
Module #10 Visual Effects Fundamentals Introduction to visual effects, including understanding the types of VFX, such as CGI, motion graphics, and simulations.
Module #11 CGI and 3D Integration Integrating 3D elements into a compositing project, including understanding lighting, rendering, and animation.
Module #12 Motion Graphics and Animation Creating motion graphics and animations in a compositing project, including using text, shape, and particle tools.
Module #13 Simulation and Dynamics Using simulation and dynamics tools in compositing, including understanding physics, fluids, and destruction.
Module #14 Compositing for Film and TV Specific considerations for compositing for film and TV, including working with scripts, storyboards, and directors.
Module #15 Compositing for Games and Virtual Reality Unique challenges and opportunities of compositing for games and virtual reality, including understanding game engines and VR principles.
Module #16 Collaboration and Project Management Best practices for collaborating with other artists and managing a compositing project from start to finish.
Module #17 Troubleshooting and Optimization Techniques for troubleshooting common compositing problems and optimizing project performance.
Module #18 Advanced Compositing Techniques Exploring advanced compositing techniques, including deep compositing, volume rendering, and advanced node structures.
Module #19 Scripting and Automation Using scripting languages, such as Python and JavaScript, to automate tasks and create custom tools in compositing software.
Module #20 Visual Effects in Live-Action Production Integrating visual effects into live-action production, including on-set data capture and post-production techniques.
Module #21 Compositing for Streaming and Online Content Customizing compositing workflows for streaming and online content, including understanding platform-specific requirements.
Module #22 Career Development and Industry Trends Insights into the compositing and visual effects industry, including current trends, job roles, and career development strategies.
Module #23 Final Project Development and Portfolio Building Guided project development and portfolio building to help students showcase their skills to potential employers.
Module #24 Case Studies and Industry Insights In-depth analysis of real-world compositing and visual effects projects, including lessons learned and industry insights.
Module #25 Compositing for Virtual Production Exploring the role of compositing in virtual production, including understanding virtual cameras, LED volumes, and real-time rendering.
Module #26 Advanced Node-Based Compositing Mastering advanced node-based compositing techniques, including node structures, expressions, and custom tools.
Module #27 Compositing for Motion Capture and Performance Capture Integrating motion capture and performance capture data into compositing projects, including understanding data formats and workflows.
Module #28 Creating Realistic Environments and Sets Techniques for creating realistic environments and sets in compositing, including using 3D models, textures, and lighting.
Module #29 Compositing for Cinematic Storytelling Using compositing to enhance cinematic storytelling, including understanding narrative structure, pacing, and visual storytelling.
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Compositing and Visual Effects in Animation Production career
