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VISUAL EFFECTS COMPOSITING
COURSE DURATION
10+2 months of portfolio and soft skill development
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Compositing is the combining of visual elements from separate sources/departments into one single shot, often to create the illusion that all those elements are parts of the same scene. Live-action shooting for compositing is variously called “chroma key”, “blue screen”, “green screen” and other names. Different types of compositing are: CG, Live action, Stereo.
SYLLABUS
- Project relevant
- Techniques overview
- Rotoscope
- Marker removal (Green screen)
- Wall replacement
- Logo replacement
- Rod removal
- Screen burn-ins
- Full body roto
- Muzzle fire
- Invisible effects
- Reflection paint out
- Marker removal (Dynamic bg)
- Rig removal
- Ethereal effects (Ghosts)
- Project techniques
- Digital make-up
- Leg paint out
- Digital gore
- Set extension
- Marker removal (extended – reflections/refractions)
- Group project
- Career prep and Demo Reel
- Junior compositor training
- Self-development
- Placement and program certification
COURSE FEATURES
Analytical
Technical
Creative
Soft skills &
career prep
100%
placement rate
Project-based techniques
Industry professionals
(one on one interactions)
Supervised & Unsupervised classroom & studio access
Demo
&
Lectures
Individual &
Group
projects
Extensive training library & online resources
Industry
studio
tours
SOFTWARE TAUGHT
NUKE
AFTER EFFECTS
MOCHA
PHOTOSHOP
MAYA
SILHOUETTE FX
FAQ
You want to be an advanced level knowledgeable person then you have to be updated until today about various techniques, new tech, and also industry updates like software knowledge Fusion RealFlow, PFTrack, Nuke, 3ds Max, Autodesk Mudbox, FumeFX, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After Effects, Mocha, etc.
Most software does a specific task in a similar way. You have to understand visual effects isn’t about software. Most big studios don’t even use off-the-shelf software; they have their own propriety tools. Visual effects are about knowing the principles, techniques and problem-solving. Once you are good with that you can apply that knowledge to any software.
You will need training and experience in all forms of makeup: standard cosmetics, theatrical, and film makeup. You will also need to develop significant fine arts skills in drawing, painting, sculpting, molding, and casting. You should not be afraid of chemistry and mechanics, either. Years of practice and training are required, and the supplies aren’t cheap.
