AD3D Edge Plus
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3D Animation Artist.
AD3D EDGE Plus, a 3D animation course, covers the complete process of animation filmmaking from pre-production and production to post-production. By including latest software in the curriculum, MAAC gives you the opportunity to understand new-age production workflow and widen your scope of learning.
Duration : 698 Hrs
SEMESTER I
Course Content
- Fundamentals of Visual Design
- Introduction to Digital Content
- Digital Design
- Basics of Film Making
- World of Generative AI
- Layout & Animatics
- Video and Sound Editing
- Basics of Compositing
Software Covered
- Adobe Photoshop
- Storyboarder
- Adobe Premiere & Audition
- Adobe After Effects
- Chat GPT
- Deepseek
- Leonardo AI
- Sora
- Suno AI
- Midjourney
- **In the era of GenAI, AI keeps evolving, as such the tools covered are subject to upgrades and replacements.
SEMESTER II
Course Content
- Introduction to 3D World
- 3D Design
- Introduction to Texturing
- Fundamentals of CG Lighting
- Advanced Lighting & Rendering - 1
- Hierarchy, Connections & Character Set-up
- Introduction to 3D Animation
- Dynamics and FX
Software Covered
- Autodesk 3dsmax
- V-Ray
SEMESTER III
Course Content
- Introduction to Maya
- 3D Modeling
- Materials & Textures
- PBR Texturing
- CG Lighting
- Advanced Lighting & Rendering - 2
- Prop & Character Setup
- Animation
- Particles, nDynamics & Advanced Effects in Bifrost
Software Covered
- Autodesk® Maya®
- Substance Painter
SEMESTER IV
Course Content
- Cloth Simulation & FX
- Hair Grooming
- Virtual Cinematography
- Photogrammetry Workflow
- Real-Time PBR Texturing
- Visual Design for Games
- Realtime 3D
- Specialization
Software Covered
- Marvelous Designer
- Adobe Stager
- Adobe Sampler
- Quixel Mixer
- Unreal Engine
Career X - SEM I
- 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.
Career X - SEM II
- 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.
Career X - SEM III
- Studio Workflow: Professional workflows from modeling to final texturing.
- Asset Optimization: Build, 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 production optimization
Career X - SEM IV
- Matchmoving: Tracking cameras and complex motion for production footage.
- Plate Prep: Mastering high-level rotoscoping, clean-up, and keying.
- FX Integration: Blending FX elements seamlessly into live-action shots.
- Color Management: Using accurate LUTs and color space for CG compositing.
- Career Ready: Building a professional showreel with technical breakdowns.
Creator X - Module I : Freelance Fundamentals & Gig Economy
- Explore creative career pathways.
- Identify strengths and niche.
- Build job-ready portfolios.
- Learn pricing and client skills.
- Practice professional ethics.
Creator X - Module II : Studio Setup & Project Management
- Set up a production-ready workspace.
- Adopt the production workflow.
- Master project management basics.
- Work effectively in teams.
- Develop a deadline-driven mindset.
Creator X - Module III : Project Pitch & Client Readiness
- Decode creative briefs with ease.
- Pitch creative projects with clarity
- Confident presentation across pitches.
- Professional feedback management.
- Master portfolio presentation strategies.
Creator X - Module IV : Personal Brand & Network Building
- Build a strong professional identity.
- Use online platforms strategically.
- Professional Network building
- Plan long-term career growth.
- Master remote and hybrid teamwork.
Achieve Your Goals
with Strategy
Animation is field of Imagination and creativity. All you need, is a Smart work, Training and Visualization. Your recipe of success in world of animation is READY. Join Maac
Smart work
70%
Visualization
90%
Training
100%
