Virtual Production and AI for Producers/Creatives
Producers, Executives, Writers, Creatives! The future of the entertainment industry has always been intrinsically linked to technology, and it’s becoming increasingly challenging to stay current with all of the latest developments that are evolving faster than ever.
Artificial intelligence and virtual production have become some of the biggest talking points in entertainment production. While some of us have incorporated both as part of our content creation process, the majority of us are still experiencing apprehension and confusion. More importantly, our projects can move forward more quickly and cost-effectively with technology integrated. But how?
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This live, online course aims to provide comprehensive knowledge and practical skills into the latest trends and technologies in virtual production and generative AI (GenAI) for the film and entertainment industry. And not for the tech-savvy ones- for the rest of us!
Each of the 6 sessions is 4 hours long, combining expert lectures, guest speakers, market insights, networking opportunities, case studies, interactive workshops, and Q&A segments.
This course equips you with the knowledge and tools to embrace generative AI and virtual production, which essential for success in today’s dynamic content creation landscape. It also offers networking opportunities to kick-start new projects.
This course is tailored for experienced Studio Executives, Writers, Producers, Directors, Showrunners, DPs/Cinematographers, Animators, 3D Artists, Development Executives, Advertising/Marketing professionals, and all innovative Filmmakers.
Start Date: October 26th, 2024
Duration: 6 weeks
Class Times: Saturdays, 9am - 1pm PT
Office Hours: Time TBD - 2 hours
Q&A/Support: 24/7 Facebook Group
Prerequisites: None
+ Special Labs & Guest Speakers
+ Certificate on Completion
+ Long-term On-Demand Access
*please contact Admissions for details.
REGISTER NOWMEET THE INSTRUCTORS
Joerg Bachmaier - Lead Instructor
Executive Producer, Creative Lead & IP Development, VP Producer, Advisor & Educator
Edward Dawson-Taylor - Guest Speaker
CG Pro Founder, CG Supervisor & Gold Unreal Authorized Instructor
Guest Speaker
TBD
CURRICULUM
WEEK 01:
Introduction to VP and ICVFX Workflows
- Key components: real-time rendering, virtual sets, motion capture, and LED walls
- Visualization techniques: PreVis, TechVis, and PostVis
- Virtual cinemato-graphy + volumetric capture
- Key technologies powered by AI
WEEK 02:
Writing and Development
- Ideation, Storyboarding, Writing for Virtual Worlds
- Leveraging GenAI for Ideation, Script Writing, Concept Art, Pitching, Character & Story Development
WEEK 03:
Pre-Production
- Pre-Viz with Unreal Engine, Virtual Production, enhanced by GenAI
- Budgeting & Scheduling, Production Management for Virtual Production: Leveraging GenAI Tools
WEEK 04:
Art Direction & World Building
- Hiring strategies and cost considerations for virtual production
- Key roles in virtual production: Virtual Art Department (VAD), “The Brain Bar”, worldbuilding, and real-time collaboration
- Cost-Effective Production
WEEK 05:
Virtual Production in Practice
- Mastering Virtual Production: Key LED and ICVFX Techniques and Tools
- Cinematography and motion capture
- AI-driven techniques for performance capture, CG creatures, and digital actors
WEEK 06:
Post-Production and Distribution
- AI and Virtual Production Tools for Rendering, VFX, and Editing
- “The Ethics of AI in Film and Media”
- Marketing, Distribution, & Future Outlook
"I just recently took the CG Pro course and I give it my wholehearted recommendation. They have a really bountiful amount of knowledge between them and the guest speakers. What I learned in the course was helpful beyond belief. It was really enjoyable and helped me get my film off the ground."
Randy Link
Previz Supervisor
