ADVFX PLUS

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Advanced Program in Visual Effects

Step into the world of high-end VFX production with ADVFX PLUS. This advanced course equips you with the technical skills, creative expertise, and hands-on experience needed to excel in the fast-paced world of visual effects. Learn everything from compositing, motion tracking, and rotoscopy to dynamic simulations, CGI, and virtual cinematography. With expert mentorship and real-world projects, you’ll gain the confidence to create cinematic magic for films, gaming, and digital platforms.

COURSE DURATION: 602 Hours

602 Hours

Duration

Certified

Industry Certificate

Certified

Industry Certificate

Course Content

Term I

- Fundamentals of Visual Design
- Introduction to Digital Content
- Digital Design
- Basics of Filmmaking
- Generative AI for Digital Creators – Imagery
- Layout & Animatics
- Video & Sound Editing
- Basics of Compositing
- Generative AI for Digital Creators – Video & Audio
Software: Adobe Photoshop, Storyboarder, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Audition, Adobe After Effects, ChatGPT, DeepSeek, Leonardo AI, Midjourney, Sora, Runway ML, ElevenLabs, Suno AI, ComfyUI, Adobe Firefly, Canva AI Tools

Term II

- Introduction to 3D World
- 3D Design
- Texturing
- Fundamentals of CG Lighting
- Hierarchy, Connections & Character Setup
- Introduction to 3D Animation
- 3D Modeling
- PBR Texturing
Software: 3ds Max, Autodesk Maya, Substance 3D Painter

Term III

- Advanced CG Lighting & Rendering
- Virtual Cinematography
- 3D Animation
- Prop & Character Setup
- Particles, Dynamics & Advanced Effects
- Hair Grooming with X-Gen
- Photogrammetry Workflow
- Introduction to Procedural FX
Software: Autodesk Maya, Substance 3D Stager, Reality Capture, Houdini

Term IV

- Introduction to Pyro and Fluids FX
- Cloth Simulation & FX
- Introduction to Rotoscopy
- Planar Motion Tracking
- Camera Tracking and MatchMove
- Advanced Compositing
- Look Development
- Colour Grading
Software: Houdini, Marvelous Designer, Mocha, SilhouetteFX, 3D Equalizer, Nuke, Katana, DaVinci Resolve

Semester 1

StoryTelling: Multi-platform narratives for Film, Games, and XR.
Art Direction: Visual impact via mood, color, and composition.
World Building: Narrative-driven environment design.
Studio Pipeline: Professional workflows, timelines, and approvals.
Gen AI Power: AI-driven ideation, storyboarding, and previz.

Semester 2

3D Pipeline: Mastering departmental workflows and deadlines.
Asset Workflow: Creating production-ready assets without errors.
Scene Optimization: Using proxies, LODs, and instancing for performance.
LookDev & Lighting: Cinematic lighting using practical references.
Animation: Transforming storyboards into shots with clear body mechanics.

Semester 3

Studio Workflow: Execute professional workflows from modeling to final texturing.
Asset Optimization: Build optimized, production-ready assets with clean topology.
VFX Integration: Master CG-to-plate matching through lighting and LookDev.
Performance Driven Animation: Create story-driven performances with precise body mechanics.
Gen AI Integration: Leverage GenAI for rapid ideation and production optimization

Semester 4