The bulk of virtual production takes place before filming in the volume, where scenes are previsualised using real-time 3D tools, motion capture, and virtual cameras.

 

This course is perfect for anyone working in visual storytelling, particularly screen professionals such as directors, producers, camera operators, VFX artists and 3D animators. It offers a combination of in-person teaching, self-directed learning, and online modules.

 

Taught by experts in filmmaking, 3D animation, and visual effects, you'll have access to the University of Melbourne's new innovative virtual production studio at our Southbank Campus.

 

Learn previsualisation fundamentals

Explore the fundamentals of previsualisation and gain essential creative, technical, and practical skills. You'll develop your understanding of the previs process to visualise your ideas and lay the groundwork for future projects before filming in an LED volume.

 

Integrate previsualisation into the production process

Learn how to leverage previsualisation techniques that harness the advanced capabilities of LED volume technology. You'll experiment with a range of visual storytelling techniques to enhance the look and feel of your work, including shot composition, camera angles, movement, and lighting.

 

Create your own virtual production previsualisation

Design a previsualised storyworld and shot sequence that demonstrates your understanding of the principles of creative visual storytelling for virtual production. You'll showcase this previsualisation to your peers and receive expert feedback on its effectiveness and suitability for shooting in a volume.