About the course

The Technical Animation for Visual Effects 18-week course delves into Maya and Houdini basics, focusing on simulations and rigging for cloth and characters. Students learn Ncloth and nConstraint fundamentals, sculpting, and using deformers for intricate fixes.

With guidance from Technicolor experts, they refine simulations, addressing issues and achieving realistic dynamics. Through multiple passes and group dailies, students iterate and perfect their work, ensuring high-quality results. The course also explores advanced topics like hair simulation and Vellum Soft Bodies, emphasizing aesthetic considerations and real-world applications.

Recommended skills

• Basic understanding of Maya and Houdini.
• Basic understanding of simulations.
• Good observation skills.
• Basic knowledge of rigging concepts.

What we offer

• Intensive training from our industry-leading artists
• You will be encouraged and coached to create a professional showreel of your work which you can take with you after completing the course
• Continued access to tutorials after the course
• A digital badge and certificate to share on your LinkedIn profile
• Ongoing recruitment opportunities and continued contact with the Technicolor Academy

Who can apply

• Students currently enrolled in one of our Partnership Program Schools.
• Candidates who are ready to cross the bridge from learning to a professional career.

Requirements

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