Certificate in Rigging and Animation Techniques
-- viewing nowThe Certificate in Rigging and Animation Techniques is a comprehensive course designed to equip learners with the essential skills required in the modern animation industry. This program emphasizes the importance of character rigging, animation principles, and cutting-edge techniques to create engaging and realistic animations.
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• Introduction to Rigging: Basics of character rigging, understanding joints and bones, setting up a character rig
• Advanced Rigging Techniques: Creating advanced rigs, facial rigging, rigging for mechanical objects
• Animation Principles: Understanding the 12 principles of animation, applying them to rigged characters
• Character Animation: Bringing characters to life, animating dialogue and action, lip-syncing
• Animation Workflow: Pre-production, production, and post-production workflow, using storyboards and animatics
• 3D Animation Software: Learning industry-standard software, such as Autodesk Maya, Cinema 4D, or Blender
• Motion Capture Data: Working with motion capture data, cleaning and processing data, retargeting to rigged characters
• Rendering Techniques: Understanding rendering concepts, using lighting and texturing techniques to enhance animations
• Virtual Production: Using real-time engines, such as Unreal Engine, for virtual production, virtual cinematography and previsualization
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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