CG SHORT IN UNREAL
with CRISTIAN SPAGNUOLO
Level up your career to the next level by learning from the best professionals in the International Movie & Game Industry Landscape
Join our Advanced Bootcamp CG Short in Unreal and improve the knowledge you need to understand new production challenges and start your career in a triple-A feature animation company.
This unique way of working will allow the student to produce a short movie using the most up-to-date methodologies and the use of UNREAL ENGINE in combination with the industry standard DCCs.
The next generation of artists will acquire specific analytical, methodological, and practical skills for the use of the latest and most innovative workflow and pipeline used in the industry.
They will start learning the traditional workflow, that will guide them from the creation of the concept to the final asset, which then they will take to the “next level” using the latest REAL-TIME software capabilities offered by UNREAL ENGINE to shade, light, and bring to life their stories.
During the last part of the course, the students will be involved in the creation of a final project.
Under the supervision of professionals, it aims to strengthen the autonomy of students in the relevant fields and model them into professionals able to conduct a real project and manage all the associated complexities using a creative and productive approach.
- Length
6-months
Part-Time Bootcamp
- Level
Intermediate
- Software
Please read the
FAQ section below
- Attendance
Online classes, student’s work reviewing, Q&A Sections
- Hard skills
Hands-on professional relevant skills to the studios
- Soft skills
Project & time management, communication, prioritization
- Prerequisites
Familiar with the fundamentals of CG and Maya
- Start date
October, 2023
CG SHORT IN UNREAL
This path is aimed at those who already have a strong base of 3D, in learning a unique way to produce a short movie with the use of UNREAL ENGINE and develop the real-time 3D skills required to fully understand new production challenges and connect directly with the best triple-A feature animation companies.
- Small groups, flexible scheduling
- Learn from home in a virtual, interactive, online classroom
- Project works with 100% hands-on experience
- Course access, videos, assignments, forums, and files
COURSE SYLLABUS
MODULE 1
INTRO
TO UNREAL
UNREAL ENGINE means REAL-TIME rendering. In this module, we will explore the interface, the tools, and the integration it offers with other software to produce beautiful, mesmerizing renders.
MODULE 2
LOOK DEV
Now that you have created all the textures and materials, learn what it takes to finalize the look of a character or an asset by applying real physical world parameters with UNREAL ENGINE.
MODULE 3
ANIMATION
In this module, you will get the skills to “transform” your character and learn how to properly import the assets into UNREAL ENGINE.
MODULE 4
LIGHTING IN
UNREAL
You will learn the fundamentals of lighting and how a DOP (director of photography) sets the scene for the best results.
MODULE 5
COMPOSITING
& EDITING
In this part, you will master your compositing skills and learn to finalize a full CG render inside UNREAL and with NUKE, the industry-standard software for advanced VFX used by the world’s biggest and best facilities.
PROJECT WORK
After mastering all the skills through the instructors, students will be involved in the actual production of a series of shots, to compose a little short film of their creation.
ENHANCE YOUR
SOFT SKILLS
This module will enhance your soft skills by providing a comprehensive overview of project management, structured planning tools and techniques, processes, and procedures to complete a project from beginning to end. We will also provide you with time management skills to achieve your personal and professional goals. At this point you will know how to measure your time for concentration and efficiency, fight stress, and how make the distinction between effectiveness and efficiency and the concept of priority and urgency. The final goal is to understand how to improve your interpersonal and human skills in critical thinking, problem-solving and setting, decision strategy, teamwork, leadership, and the acquisition of optimal, empathetic, and effective communication skills.
COURSE SYLLABUS
MODULE 1
INTRO
TO UNREAL
MODULE 2
LOOK DEV
MODULE 3
ANIMATION
MODULE 4
LIGHTING IN
UNREAL
MODULE 5
COMPOSITING
& EDITING
MODULE 6
PROJECT
WORK
MODULE 7
ENHANCE YOUR
SOFT SKILLS
Meet the instructor
CRISTIAN SPAGNUOLO
VFX/CG Supervisor at DNEG
VFX/CG Supervisor with almost 20 years of professional experience he had the chance to work on various projects and for different companies all around the world.
He worked on Movies, TV Series, Feature Animation, Commercials, and ADV campaigns of international importance.
CRISTIAN'S FEATURED PROJECTS
KEY ELEMENTS
The best way to learn and get your dream job faster with the most affordable programs from the best industry-leading instructors in an immersive environment, with personalized advice, reviews, and project work.
- Accessible prices
- Career advisory
- Award-winning instructors
- Career development
- Remote working tools
- Portfolio reviews
- Job connections
- Networking
- INSTALLMENT
- $ 2,900
(3 x payments)
- UPFRONT
- $ 4,900
(1 x payment)
Save $ 900 when paid in full
Need help before applying to the program?
We can’t wait to see you start your journey and welcome you to the Linknetic community!
Faq
The Linknetic Bootcamp is an intensive, fast, and short-term program on the acquisition of professional skills. You will explore the fundamentals, industry-standard tools, and software and will pass specific tasks and projects, supervised by active professionals.
You will learn through live sessions and focused virtual labs on practical learning experiences. After 20-24 weeks, you will be confident in your role, ready to take on the best sectors and international studios with a competitive profile.
Recent STEAM graduates
For those who have graduated from any discipline of STEAM education and are interested in more creative and technical jobs with previous knowledge in CG and Maya.
This Bootcamp is a specialization for starting a career in the visual effects and game industry and developing practical real-time 3D skills by taking the first steps in this industry.
Your career booster
Are you a professional in a design role (3d modeler, graphic designer, photographer, creative director, media designer, etc.)? This Bootcamp is designed for those who wish to make more competitive their job profile and take it to the next level. Join our Unreal Engine – The Advanced Bootcamp and gain new successful roles in the industry.
Within only 6 months, our Bootcamp will provide you with a solid specialization to be fully operative, from day one, in a triple-A feature animation company and start your journey into the industry! All side by side with the top VFX and games artists with real-world experience.
To enter the 6-month Bootcamp program you will need to be familiar with the fundamentals of CG and Maya user interface.
Software:
Photoshop, Maya, Substance, Nuke, Unreal.
We will be providing you with all software required to take our online courses.
You will also get access to a library of assets to use throughout the course.
Hardware:
You will need a dedicated graphics card and a computer that meets the minimum requirements for the software above.
Our Bootcamp is built to be tailored to your needs.
Classes are generally held with on-demand interactive and live sessions once or twice a week that include review or Q&A discussion (mostly occurring in the evenings and weekends).
The estimated total pay for an Unreal Engine Artist is $66,129 per year in the United States area, with an average salary of $45,185 per year. In this case, the salary may vary depending on the sector. of reference
The course is designed to prepare you to enter the industry. It covers hard and soft techniques and includes a comprehensive term focused on the career development and construction of your portfolio.
In an increasingly demanding of Interactive 3D skills, the course sets itself up as an incubator for tomorrow’s professionals not only in the game industry but is now being required for animation studios, film, and video production studios, web design companies, graphic design firms, advertising firms, and mobile technology companies.
Visit our FAQ page.
You may also be interested in Fundamentals Bootcamp or in the 1-year Master
If you are not familiar with 3D, you may register for the Fundamentals Bootcamp. If you need a full overview of the Unreal Engine and start your career at a triple-A feature film animation company, we suggest you register for the 1-year Master.
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