Virtual Production for Producers
Level 2

This course provides an understanding of how the Virtual Art Department works, Producer’s workflows and important budgetary and scheduling cost savings for Virtual Production.

Duration

4 Weeks (Self-paced)

Format

Online Video Modules

Certification

Final Pixel Accredited

What you'll learn

This course will cover the basics of VP, what it is and how it works. An explanation of the Virtual Art Department (VAD) – who, what and how the On-Set VP (OSVP) works. You’ll also learn Virtual Production workflows from a Producer’s point of view, including creative & on-set pitfalls to be aware of.

As well, you will see an example schedule of ”on-set week”, including activities & crewing and costs v savings compared to traditional production. You will also come to understand the current problems facing the industry, what tools are available to tackle climate change and industry resources to supports sustainability within Virtual Production.

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Course content

Module 1:
Assessing Creative for VP
Introduction: How to Get Started
Good v Bad Creative - What's the Difference?
The Affect of Angles & Framing

Module 2:
Staffing and Working With VAD & OSVP Teams
Organisation Chart - Virtual Art Department (VAD) & On-Set (OSVP)
On-Set (OSVP) Staffing & Setiquette

Module 3:
Determining Your Stage/Volume Set Up
How to Determine BTW Sourcing & Building
Building a Volume
Renting a Standing Volume

Module 4:
On-Set Infrastructure Walk-through
Understanding the On-Set Infrastructure

BONUS Module 5: Sustainability for VP
What is Sustainable Production
Current Problems
Solutions & Resources
Benefits of VP: Problems & Solutions
What's Next?
Next Stpes
Production Guidelines & Checklis

Who it's for

This course is designed for traditional filmmakers, producers, and heads of department who need to understand how virtual production affects their specifically roles and the wider production workflow.

Prerequisites

No prior experience with Unreal Engine or LED volumes is required. A basic understanding of traditional film production terminology and set etiquette is recommended.

What you get:

Online Training from the experts

You'll receive exclusive access to the Final Pixel Academy training platform, where you can work your way through learning at your own pace.

Virtual Production Magic

Our courses are completely bespoke, unavailable anywhere else.

Access to the community

You will be given exclusive access to the Final Pixel Academy community of Virtual Production enthusiasts, including our dedicated prvate Final Pixel Academy Discord server.

Individual Access

$399

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