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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.

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# 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.

Through both a lecture and tutorial-based approach, you will discover how to seamlessly integrate high-fidelity assets, craft lifelike environments, and bring your characters to life with stunning realism thanks to the Unreal 5 engine.

# What is inside?

  • With hands-on tutorials and practical examples, you'll learn essential techniques for cinematography, camera movement, lighting design, and post-processing effects.

  • Access to the Beginner Guide E-Books, which will teach you everything about Unreal from the ground up.

  • Course Project files.

Whether you're envisioning the next blockbuster film, a captivating video game cinematic, or immersive virtual experiences, Unreal Engine 5 is your ultimate tool for cinematic mastery. Join us and embark on an unforgettable journey to unleash your creative potential in the dynamic world of Unreal Engine 5 cinematics.

Enroll now and start shaping the future of storytelling.

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What's inside

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

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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Planning
Story boarding process
Here you will learn how to block out a simple film set using UE5 and how to gather high quality assets for future production.
Blocking
Kitbashing
Here you will learn how to quickly rig characters using mixamo to animate your story. You will also learn how to customize those animations using Blender.
Animation Basics within UE5
Customising animations within Blender
Re-targeting animations to new characters
Blocking Camera's
Creating an animatic
Decals are a great way to flesh out your scene at a low cost of computer performance. This module will teach you how to source images and how to create a master decal material.
Sourcing and creating decals
Set dressing: adding models to your set
In this module you will learn how to light your scene. We will explore HDRI's, sky domes and direct lighting using a three-point lighting system.
Ambient Lighting
Directional Lighting
In this module you will learn how to set up a sequencer and modify camera's to create a pleasing and cinematic image. Topics such as depth of field and ISO settings will all be explored in depth.
Camera's & Post-Processing
In this module you will learn how to export a high quality render using the movie render que.
Rendering using the movie render que
In this module you will learn how to take your exported render into DaVinci Resolve and apply colour correction, music and sound effects.
Post-Production using Davinci Resolve

Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Develops 3D sets, animation, lighting, post production and rendering workflows that are commonly used by professional filmmakers using Unreal 5's game engine
Taught by Niall Parkinson, an experienced instructor in the field of cinematic storytelling and visual effects
Immersive course that includes hands-on tutorials and practical examples
Beginner-friendly approach and provides access to the Beginner Guide E-Books
Requires access to Unreal 5's game engine, which may pose a financial barrier to some learners

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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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  • Find a relevant Unreal Engine community
  • Identify a way to contribute to the community
  • Share your contributions with the community

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