UNREAL ENGINE: FILMMAKING
Taught in Unreal Engine 5.6
Student Imagery
Ready to take your Unreal Engine skills to the next level? This Intermediate course is designed for filmmakers with fundamental Unreal Engine experience—whether from our Unreal Engine: Fundamentals course or equivalent training.
Master professional Cinematic creation through hands-on learning with industry-leading techniques. You'll dive deep into Environment Creation fundamentals for immersive worlds, Advanced Animation techniques for compelling characters, Virtual Production Fundamentals, Rendering and Optimization for cinematic quality, and Future Techniques for advanced storytelling.
After completing all 5 Modules, you'll have enhanced your portfolio with compelling virtual worlds and stories, while gaining the confidence to tackle professional filmmaking projects.
Learn from the best! Your Unreal Authorized Instructors—Franco Vilanova and Daniel Langhjelm —are active industry professionals bringing real-world expertise directly to you through our Hybrid format with Monthly Live Labs. You'll also receive FOUR 1:1 Coaching Sessions with one of our instructors!
Transform your Filmmaking and Cinematics with this Unreal Engine Hybrid course!
Pacific Time (PT) Info
Duration: 5 Modules (25+ hours)
Course Format: Self-study Modules, provided by week
1:1 Coaching Sessions: Four Meetings with an Instructor!
Q&A/Support: Discussion Forum in CG Pro's Platform
Prerequisites: Completion of CG Pro's UE: Fundamentals course, or equivalent knowledge
+ Badge on Completion
+ Six-Months of On Demand Access
+ With Unreal: Fundamentals, students will get a Connectors Badge and Certificate
*Please contact Admissions for details.
Purchase now!MEET THE INSTRUCTORS/MENTORS
Daniel Langhjelm
Senior CG Artist & Unreal Authorized Instructor
Franco Vilanova
Senior CG Artist & Unreal Authorized Instructor
Edward Dawson-Taylor
CG Pro Co-Founder, CG Supervisor & Unreal Authorized Instructor
CURRICULUM
MODULE 01:
Environment Creation
Build immersive worlds from the ground up:
- Craft realistic landscapes and materials
- Master set dressing and foliage placement
- Apply professional lighting techniques
- Use modular environment workflows
Create cinematic environments that bring your stories to life!
MODULE 02:
Advanced Animation
Bring characters and objects to life with precision and creativity:
- Master the Curve Editor and advanced animation tools
- Use Take Recorder for efficient motion capture workflows
- Apply constraints and spaces for realistic movement
- Create dynamic cloth simulations for added realism
Elevate your storytelling with professional animation techniques.
MODULE 03:
Intermediate Rendering and Optimization
Achieve professional-quality output with maximum efficiency:
- Master Movie Render Queue and Render Graph workflows
- Work with AOVs and Fuse compositing techniques
- Optimize assets, lighting, and level performance
- Apply advanced culling, visibility, and VFX optimization
Deliver stunning visuals without compromising performance.
MODULE 04:
Virtual Production Fundamentals
Master the cutting-edge workflows used by major studios:
- Learn professional virtual production pipelines and scouting techniques
- Set up multi-user environments for collaborative work
- Work with camera tracking and virtual camera systems
- Integrate capture devices and in-engine preview workflows
Bring real-time filmmaking to your productions like the pros.
MODULE 05:
Future Techniques
Push the boundaries of what's possible with next-generation tools:
- Master Chaos Fracture Mode for realistic destruction effects
- Create stunning visual effects with Niagara particle systems
- Explore motion design techniques for dynamic storytelling
- Implement cutting-edge workflows that set you apart
Stay ahead of the curve with tomorrow's filmmaking techniques today.
WHAT YOU GET
CONTENT DELIVERY:
Pre-Recorded Video Lectures
- Bite-sized video topics (8-16 minutes per video) for optimal learning
- All content regularly updated
- Updates guaranteed within six months whenever engine changes impact course topics
- Structured curriculum designed for both beginners and experienced filmmakers
PREMIUM SUPPORT PACKAGE:
Four 1-on-1 Live Mentoring Sessions
- Direct individualized access to Unreal Engine experts
- Personalized guidance tailored to your specific projects
- Problem-solving sessions for technical and creative challenges
- Sessions recorded for your reference (and added to the knowledge base)
- Note: No personal information or NDA content should be shared during sessions
LIVE COMMUNITY RESOURCES:
Ongoing Support
- Direct access to Unreal Engine experts and fellow students
- 6-Month Access to Active Discussion/Question Board
AI SEARCH PLATFORM:
Platform searchable by topic or AI Question Tool
- Returns the exact moment in each video that answers your question.
- No more scrubbing or wasted time- just a direct path to the answers you seek.
- Full access to all course recordings for 6 months
- Extension available through Inner Circle membership renewal
