Module #1 Introduction to Virtual Production Overview of virtual production, its history, and its applications in the film industry
Module #2 The Evolution of Filmmaking How virtual production is changing the way films are made, from traditional filmmaking to virtual production
Module #3 Key Concepts and Terminology Understanding the basics of virtual production, including virtual cameras, LED volumes, and real-time rendering
Module #4 The Role of Virtual Production in Film Exploring the benefits and challenges of virtual production in film, including budget, schedule, and creativity
Module #5 Virtual Production Workflow Understanding the virtual production pipeline, from pre-production to post-production
Module #6 Pre-Production for Virtual Production How to prepare for a virtual production, including script analysis, storyboarding, and location scouting
Module #7 Virtual Location Scouting How to find and create virtual locations, including 3D modeling and environment creation
Module #8 Virtual Character and Asset Creation Creating virtual characters and assets, including 3D modeling, texturing, and rigging
Module #9 Camera and Lighting in Virtual Production Understanding virtual camera and lighting techniques, including virtual cinematography and lighting design
Module #10 LED Volume and Stage Design Designing and building an LED volume and stage for virtual production, including setup and operation
Module #11 Real-Time Rendering and Graphics Understanding real-time rendering and graphics, including game engine technology and visual effects
Module #12 Motion Capture and Tracking Using motion capture and tracking technology to capture actor performances and translate them to virtual characters
Module #13 Virtual Production Shooting Techniques Mastering virtual production shooting techniques, including camera movement, framing, and coverage
Module #14 Working with Actors in Virtual Production Directing actors in a virtual production, including performance capture and virtual interaction
Module #15 Post-Production for Virtual Production Understanding the post-production process for virtual production, including editing, visual effects, and sound design
Module #16 Visual Effects for Virtual Production Creating visual effects for virtual production, including CGI, compositing, and color grading
Module #17 Sound Design and Mixing for Virtual Production Designing and mixing sound for virtual production, including 3D audio and spatial sound
Module #18 Case Studies:Successful Virtual Productions Analyzing successful virtual productions, including The Mandalorian and Avatar
Module #19 Challenges and Limitations of Virtual Production Addressing the challenges and limitations of virtual production, including budget, schedule, and technical constraints
Module #20 The Future of Virtual Production Exploring the future of virtual production, including emerging trends and technologies
Module #21 Virtual Production for Commercials and Advertising Applying virtual production techniques to commercials and advertising
Module #22 Virtual Production for TV and Streaming Applying virtual production techniques to TV and streaming content
Module #23 Virtual Production for Video Games Applying virtual production techniques to video games and interactive experiences
Module #24 Virtual Production for Live Events and Experiences Applying virtual production techniques to live events and immersive experiences
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Introduction to Virtual Production in Film career