Animating 3D Cinematic Sequences in AE and Cinema 4D
A course by Ross Sneddon , Multidisciplinary Designer
Explore composition, editing, and workflow to turn complex ideas into engaging scenarios using Illustrator, After Effects, and Cinema 4D
Explore composition, editing, and workflow to turn complex ideas into engaging scenarios using Illustrator, After Effects, and Cinema 4D
“The exciting thing about filmmaking is how subjects can be explored in so many different ways. Storytelling takes a lot consideration, but the payoff is worth it.”
Ross Sneddon is a multi-award-winning designer with a specialty in 3D animation who has worked with clients such as
In this online course, take control of your creativity and tell your story with visuals and sound as Ross shows you how to create animations for 3D environments. Get inspired, develop mood boards, and use computer software like Adobe Suite and Cinema 4D to develop a full title sequence for a fictional film or TV show.
What will you learn in this online course?
21 lessons & 11 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (14)
- 864 students
- 21 lessons (5h 31m)
- 11 additional resources (1 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software for this course
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Illustrator
Cinema 4DWhat is this course's project?
Produce a short cinematic title sequence for a fictional sci-fi movie or TV show.
Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone who wants to take their understanding of editing and composition within 3D environments to the next level.
Requirements and materials
You will need a computer with Adobe Suite, Cinema 4D, and Octane
New to Adobe After Effects? In that case, we recommend taking Domestika Basics courses to learn how to use the software: Introduction to After Effects.
Reviews
A course by Ross Sneddon
Ross Sneddon is an award-winning, multidisciplinary designer based in Glasgow. A lover of animation since receiving a PlayStation as a child, he started sharing his early creative works when he was just 15. Ross later studied graphic design at Edinburgh University before pursuing his dream career in film and animation.
Ross has worked with clients including NASA, the BBC, National Geographic, and the Luxembourg Space Agency. He has also won more than ten awards during his career, including Best Animation at the New York International Film Awards in 2021.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Preparing for the Project
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Good References
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Storyboarding and Animatics
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Knowing the Basics
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U3
Making the Sequence
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Creating Scenes in Cinema 4D: First Steps
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Creating Scenes in Cinema 4D: Environment and Basic Animation 1
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Creating Scenes in Cinema 4D: Environment and Basic Animation 2
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Creating Graphics in Illustrator
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Importing to After Effects and Compositing
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Editing and Transitions
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Animation 1
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Animation 2
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Animation 3
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U4
Finalising and Rendering
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Colour Grading 1
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Colour Grading 2
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Colour Grading 3
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Sound Mixing
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Rendering the Final Cut
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U5
Showcasing the Work
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One for the Portfolio
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Sharing My Process
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FP
Final project
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Animating 3D Cinematic Sequences in AE and Cinema 4D
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FAQs
Domestika's courses are online classes that provide you with the tools and skills you need to complete a specific project. Every step of the project combines video lessons with complementary instructional material, so you can learn by doing. Domestika's courses also allow you to share your own projects with the teacher and with other students, creating a dynamic course community.
All courses are 100% online, so once they're published, courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.
The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.
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edg2184
excelente curso
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samiiis
Me encanta la clase
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bernard_devilliers
Ross did a great job and I learned a lot. I would like to see more of these courses in the future. I love Title sequences.
omega2005_alia
First of all the language is good for understanding. Appreciate the inspiration part, a lot of good resources!
marcus_agency
Perfect course!