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(603) 852 79 35 akasi-commercial@akasigroup.com 1, Tara boulevard # 101, Nashua NH 03062 United States
(603) 852 79 35 akasi-commercial@akasigroup.com 1, Tara boulevard # 101, Nashua NH 03062 United States

Course details

Fundamentals of Character Animation

Course 00184

Description

The Character Animation training program aims to train professionals capable of bringing characters to life through dynamic and expressive animations. It enables learners to master the fundamental principles of movement, expression, and visual storytelling, as well as the use of animation software. Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to design and animate characters for audiovisual content, videos, cartoons, advertisements, and digital media, in order to enhance the visual impact and quality of productions.

What you'll learn

  • The fundamentals of character animation and its areas of application
  • The principles of character movement and expression
  • Techniques for creating and animating characters in a realistic and fluid manner
  • : Best practices for designing professional animations
  • Methods for using character animation software
  • Techniques for exporting and adapting animations to different media

Targeted audience

  • • This training course is aimed at graphic designers, content creators, illustrators, communication professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to create and animate characters for audiovisual or digital projects.
  • • It is also intended for students, professionals undergoing retraining, and anyone wishing to acquire practical skills in character animation for audiovisual production, advertising, and social media.

Pre-requisites

  • • Have a basic knowledge of computers.
  • • Know how to use a computer and handle files.
  • • Have access to a computer (ideally).
  • • Have a good understanding of French.
  • • Be motivated to learn and practice animation
  • • Have an interest in drawing, graphic design, or audiovisual media
  • • Have an interest in creating video content and visual communication
  • • Be willing to do practical exercises in filming and video editing

Curriculum

Definition and role of the character animator

Areas of application (cartoons, advertising, audiovisual, social media, games, etc.)

Fundamental principles of animation

Importance of movement in visual storytelling

Introduction to animation styles

Understanding Body Movements

Animating Facial Expressions

Animating Gestures and Attitudes

Concepts of Timing and Rhythm

Creating Natural and Fluid Movements

Defining project objectives

Creating or importing a character

Preparing character elements

Organizing the different parts of the character

Planning the animation

Introduction to character animation software

Exploring the interface and tools

Importing the character

Organizing layers

Simple Movement Animation (Walking, Gestures, etc.)

Facial Expression Animation

Movement Animation

Coordination of Different Body Parts

Creating Smooth Animations

Positioning the Character in a Scene

Interacting with the Environment

Adding Visual Effects

Synchronizing with Audio

Creating Dynamic Scenes

Adjusting and Improving Animations

Correcting Movement Errors

Improving Fluidity

Checking Overall Quality

Export Settings

Formats Suitable for Social Media and the Web

Quality Optimization

Preparing for Professional Distributio

Get this Course

688,00 €


  • • 4 days instructor-led training course
  • • After-course coaching available

  • • No schedule defined yet