Course Overview
The ultimate comprehensive program for aspiring technical directors and generalists. This intensive 1-year advanced diploma blends the disciplines of both 3D asset creation and high-end 2D VFX compositing.
By mastering both ends of the pipeline (Maya/Blender for 3D, Nuke for compositing), you will become a highly sought-after artist capable of handling entire shots from initial 3D block-out to final photorealistic render integration.
By mastering both ends of the pipeline (Maya/Blender for 3D, Nuke for compositing), you will become a highly sought-after artist capable of handling entire shots from initial 3D block-out to final photorealistic render integration.
Course Curriculum
What you will learn step-by-step:
1
Foundation of 3D
Learn modeling, UV unwrapping, texturing, and basic rigging in industry tools.
2
Lighting & LookDev
Create engaging textures and cinematic lighting setups for hard-surface models.
3
Advanced Matchmoving
Use 3DEqualizer to perfectly track complex camera movements from live-action plates.
4
3D Rendering & AOVs
Render multi-pass sequences out of your 3D software for compositing flexibility.
5
Nuke Compositing Core
Learn node-based workflows, keying, and tracking in The Foundry's NUKE.
6
Roto & Prep
Master the art of clean plates, tracking, and seamless wire removal.
7
Integrating CG to Live Action
Combine your 3D renders with live footage, matching lighting, shadows, and grain.
8
Portfolio Production
Spend the final months building a premium, studio-ready generalist showreel.
Software & Tools
Master the exact tools used by top industry studios.
Nuke Maya Blender Substance Painter 3DEqualizer
Career Opportunities
Job roles you can apply for after graduating:
VFX Generalist
Junior Compositor
3D Modeler
LookDev Artist
