Date & Time
September 22nd 2023
9PM - 12AM Every Friday
USA Pacific Standard Time
Class Info
3 hour classes
8 week course
Level: Beginner and Intermediate
*Recordings included
Video Info
Live Session
Audio: English & Korean
Tool
Maya
Zoom
Zoom
$699
Who is this class for?
Aspiring animators who dream of becoming professionals.
Beginners who may have some skills but feel they're lacking in certain areas.
Junior animators who want to strengthen their foundational skills.
Learn more about instructor
Kailey Choi / 3D Animator @ Riot Games
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Workshop Highlights
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Kailey Choi
3D Animator @ Riot Games
[Past]
Sony
Indie game studio and commercial studio
instructor
Kailey Choi
Hello, I’m Kailey Choi.
I hope to assist my students in learning essential animation skills and guide them towards getting animator jobs in the animation industry :)
I am currently a 3D animator for Valorant at Riot Games.
I worked on the RnD Metaverse project at Sony and served as a lead animator for an indie game called 'The Red Lantern,' which was published through Nintendo, Epic Games, and Steam. Additionally, I have contributed to numerous commercial projects and VFX works.
I graduated from Ringling College of Art and Design with a BFA in computer animation and directed the short film 'Nodding Off.' I independently created the entire animation pipeline for this film.
I hope to assist my students in learning essential animation skills and guide them towards getting animator jobs in the animation industry :)
Class Highlights
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Professional 3D Animation Skills by Animator from Riot Games, industry leading company
Learn the basics of animation, pipeline, and workflow from a talented animator at Riot Games' Valorant team – a global leader in the industry.
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Comprehensive curriculum from the world's #1 ranked animation school
We will bring characters to life with her impressive background as the #1 graduate from Ringling Art School. Master everything from animation basics to advanced techniques.
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The Essence of Animation. Expressing Appealing and Unique Fluid Motions
Understand the visual aspects of dynamics such as speed, weight, and material deformation. We'll assist you in developing the skills to craft seamless animations with an enhanced sense of realism.
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Career Strategies and insights
Get insights into building a standout portfolio, mastering interview skills, and even uncovering the secrets to successful international job placement without needing to study abroad.
What you will learn
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1. Principles of Animation
Learn the basic rules of animations and show how to apply them into animations.
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2. Set up in Maya
Introduce how to set up a scene in Maya and some useful animator’s tools
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3. Reference & Audio
Learn how to find a good reference and audio, and shoot the reference yourself
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4. Acting & Facial Pose
Understand how to create appealing and strong facial and body poses
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5. Layout & Camera
Show how to enhance poses and arrange characters within an environment in camera shot
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6. Blocking
Focus on establishing the fundamental actions, poses and interactions that will convey the intended motion and emotion of the characters
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7. Splining
Make smoothing out the transitions between keyframes and creating fluid, natural movement.
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8. Polishing & Reel
Refine an animation to enhance its overall quality, detail and visual appeal and show how to make a demo reel for applying animation jobs
IN-CLASS PURCHASE
Character rig for class use
Recommended:
During the class, we will be using a paid character rig ($15 each). This is not mandatory but highly recommended, as it will allow you to closely follow the instructor's lessons.
Other options:
Other options:
In the first class, the instructor will introduce a website where you can download free character rigs and will provide more than 30 diverse character rigs from her personal collection.
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BENEFIT
What makes this class special?
By the end of this class, you'll know how to create lively and charming movements that really stand out.
Unlike other classes out there, you'll learn directly from a industry pro animator at Riot Games' Valorant team. With her background as a graduate of Ringling Art School, the world's #1 ranked animation school, you'll learn animation basics and complete the comprehensive Ringling curriculum, while gaining hands-on experience with tools like Maya.
You'll cover everything from making animated scenes to polishing your work. Plus, this class also helps you build a portfolio for starting jobs in animation and shows you how to apply to animation companies. It's a unique chance to learn by doing and get ready for an animation career.
Unlike other classes out there, you'll learn directly from a industry pro animator at Riot Games' Valorant team. With her background as a graduate of Ringling Art School, the world's #1 ranked animation school, you'll learn animation basics and complete the comprehensive Ringling curriculum, while gaining hands-on experience with tools like Maya.
You'll cover everything from making animated scenes to polishing your work. Plus, this class also helps you build a portfolio for starting jobs in animation and shows you how to apply to animation companies. It's a unique chance to learn by doing and get ready for an animation career.
FAQ
What will students learn through this class?
This class will provide participants with the opportunity to learn the fundamental principles of animation, understand how to set up animation scenes in Maya, and become acquainted with the essential tools used by animators. I will demonstrate how to utilize references, acting, layout, and cameras in the animation creation process. Additionally, I will present a demo of the production process, Blocking, Splining, and Polishing stages. Furthermore, this class can be viewed as an avenue to grasp the techniques of creating a portfolio for getting an entry-level animator position. Participants will also gain insight into the process of applying to animation companies.
Who would you recommend this class to?
This class is suitable for those who are interested in learning the fundamental principles of 3D animation and aspiring to become animators. I will share all the knowledge and experiences I have gained as an animator at companies like Riot and Sony. Through this course, I will assist you in acquiring the skills needed to get a job as an animator in animation industry.
What can I do after completing the class?
After completing the course, you can master the ability to create diverse animated scenes on your own, incorporating dynamic actions in videos, and a sense of artistry beyond just simple techniques
Do I get a Maya license for this course?
In this course, students are required to prepare the software themselves. Autodesk provides free access to their products and services for students. For more details, please check the Autodesk official website. You can use any version of Maya, but we recommend versions from 2018 to 2022.
Do we need to prepare AnimBot before the class?
Regarding AnimBot, you have the option to get it after the class. There's also a free tool called Atool that you can use instead of AnimBot. The instructor will demonstrate both of them during the class.
Can we ask the instructor for feedback and assignment questions between classes?
Sure thing! You'll be invited to a private Discord channel exclusively for you and your fellow classmates in this class. It's a great place to ask questions, provide feedback, and communicate with both your classmates and instructor.
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