Duration - 12 MONTHS

This program serves as a gateway to the world of Visual Effects. It begins with the fundamentals of filmmaking and computer graphics, followed by an introduction to 3D computer graphics to build a strong foundation. Students will then develop expertise in dynamics, tracking, rotoscopy, and compositing, essential skills for visual effects. In the final month, they will compile various VFX shots to create an impressive portfolio.

MODULE I - FUNDAMENTALS OF FILMMAKING & COMPUTER GRAPHICS (3.5 MONTHS)

• History of VFX

• Principles Of Design

• Photography

• Computer Graphics

• Filmmaking

• Video Editing

• Audio Editing

SOFTWARE:

• Photoshop

• Premiere

• Audition

MODULE II - Maya (2.5 MONTHS)

• Modeling

• Texturing

• Lighting

• Rigging

• Animation

SOFTWARE:

• Maya

• Arnold

MODULE III - DYNAMICS & TECH ANIMATION (1.5 MONTHS)

• Emitters

• Fluid Effect

• Soft Body

• Rigid Body

• nHair

• nCloth

• nParticles

SOFTWARE:

• Maya

• Xgen

• Bullet

MODULE IV - VISUAL EFFECTS (4.5 MONTHS)

• Motion Graphics

• Compositing

• Masking, Rotoscope

• Colour Correction

• Compose 3D Render Passes

• Keying

• Tracking Stabilize

• Particles

• Paint

• Wire/Rig Removal

• Camera Tracking

• Re-Lighting

SOFTWARE:

• After Effects

• Element 3D

• Nuke

• Silhouette

• 3D Equalizer

EMERGING STUDENT PROFILE:

Graduates of this program will develop the skills required to excel in any Visual Effects studio as a Compositing Artist. With a strong understanding of design, filmmaking aesthetics, and VFX fundamentals, they will be valuable assets to any VFX team. Career opportunities include roles such as CHF Technician, Roto Artist, Compositing Artist, Tracking Artist, Effects (FX) Artist, FX Animator, VFX Artist, and VFX Coordinator.