Intro to Unreal Engine 5.1

Are you looking to jumpstart a new career in VFX using the same software behind the revolutionary virtual production technology used on shows like The Mandalorian and Westworld, that's available to everyone right now - for FREE! Want to get a handle on some of the basics of Unreal Engine?  Then this workshop is for you!

Through a series of step by step instruction, you will learn the Unreal Engine interface and navigation. You will learn how to import data, landscape and foliage tools, how to create materials, lighting using the sequencer and the basics of optimization and rendering. 

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By purchasing the Unreal for Filmmakers Connectors Program you will receive this workshop FREE!

All workshop rebates can be applied to future dates   

Intro Video Workshop $149.

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  • Only $149 - 3 hour online video Intro workshop
  • Availability 24/7  
  • Perfect For beginner level artists
  • Designed for those wanting a UE5.1 refresher course
  • A high-level overview of UE5.1
  • No Prerequisites are required. 

About your lead instructor Edward Dawson-Taylor

Edward has deep, hands-on experience in the CG world. He has worked for ILM, Disney, and Digital Domain on blockbuster films – Jurassic World, The Lion King, and Jungle Book. Widely recognized as a cutting-edge technologist, he has led teams of developers in architecting and enhancing VFX related software. As co-founder of CG Pro, he creates and teaches dynamic courses focused on Unreal Engine, VFX tools and the emerging world of Virtual Production. View Edd's incredible sizzle reel of work below.

 

Student Success Story

It's never too late to learn and never too hard to achieve your goals. This intro class is the first step in changing your life. If you have a passion for VFX and movies, this half-day workshop is a great step forward. Listen to a recent Unreal For Filmmaker graduate Tim Main, who landed his dream job working on the next Mad Max Movie.

 

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be able to:

  • Understand the interface of Unreal 5.1
  • Be able to import objects into Unreal Engine
  • Understand what a material is and how to make a simple material instance
  • Understand the basics of Sequencer and animation
  • Learn how to render a shot using the Movie Render Queue

Who is this for?

  • Beginner level artists
  • Those wanting a UE5.1 refresher course
  • People wanting a high level overview of UE5.1

Prerequisites

None! A PC with a RTX graphics card and Unreal Engine on an SSD drive is HIGHLY recommended if you wish to follow along.

Intro To Unreal Workshop