Unreal 5 Cinematic Course

Niall Parkinson

# Dive into the Future of Cinematics within the Unreal Engine 5.

Are you ready to revolutionise your cinematic creations? Embark on an immersive journey into the cutting-edge world of Unreal Engine 5 with our comprehensive course.

Unleash your creativity and master the art of storytelling like never before as we delve into the unparalleled capabilities of Unreal Engine 5. Whether you're an aspiring filmmaker, a seasoned visual effects artist, or a game developer looking to enhance your cinematics, this course is tailored to elevate your skills to new heights aimed at all experience levels.

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Learning objectives

Build 3d sets with simple blocking techniques.
Gather high quality assets for your films.
Animation.
Decal creation.

Lighting: both ambient and direct.
Sequencers: including cameras and post-processing.
Rendering high quality image sequences.
Post-production

Build 3d sets with simple blocking techniques.
Gather high quality assets for your films.
Animation.
Decal creation.
Lighting: both ambient and direct.
Sequencers: including cameras and post-processing.
Rendering high quality image sequences.
Post-production

Syllabus

Introduction

What you will be making

Here you will learn how to plan you short film before jumping into the Unreal 5 Engine. Techniques such as story boards and animatics will be explored.

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Unreal 5 Cinematic Course with these activities:

Review High-fidelity Asset Sourcing

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This course will require students to source high-quality assets for their cinematic projects. Reviewing sourcing techniques will help students secure appropriate assets during the course.

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Read an article on asset sourcing techniques for Unreal 5
Watch a tutorial video on asset sourcing and kitbashing
Practice sourcing and gathering a set of assets for a sample project

Explore UE5 Animation and Customization

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Students in this course will need to animate their characters through Blender and mixamo. By reviewing animation and customization prior to the course, students can accelerate their learning once the course begins.

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Find a tutorial on setting up a custom rig in Blender
Watch a tutorial video on creating a custom animation in Blender
Try re-targeting animations to a new character model

Practice Lighting Techniques

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This course will ask students to light cinematic scenes using ambient and directional lighting. Completing practice drills on lighting techniques will help prepare them for this aspect of the course.

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Create a simple scene in Unreal 5
Practice adjusting HDRI lighting
Try adding and positioning additional light sources

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Basic Project: Creating a Test Scene

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This project will allow students to apply the skills they learn in the early parts of the course to create a simple test scene which will provide a solid foundation for further development.

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Plan out a basic scene with storyboard or animatic
Gather assets and build a set
Create basic lighting and set up a camera
Optionally: add simple animation or decals

Advanced Techniques with Sequencers and Post-Processing

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This course will cover the use of sequencers and post-processing to refine a cinematic project. Reviewing advanced techniques will help students improve their projects during or after the course.

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Watch a tutorial on creating a camera sequence
Find a tutorial on post-processing techniques
Experiment with post-processing settings

Participate in Class Discussion

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Students will be able to ask questions, share their techniques, and engage directly with their fellow classmates, which will aid in their learning journey.

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Prepare questions or discussion topics
Engage in online discussions
Provide constructive criticism and feedback to peers

Create a Cinematic Gameplay Trailer

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This complex project will allow students to assemble a cinematic gameplay trailer that demonstrates all of the skills and techniques they will have acquired throughout the course.

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Plan out the trailer's storyboard and narrative
Gather and create assets for the trailer
Assemble and edit the trailer using post-processing effects

Contribute to the Unreal Engine Community

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Engaging with the Unreal Engine community will help to foster deeper learning, expose students to new skills, tools, and techniques, and provide a space for feedback and collaboration.

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