Compositing Layer Workflows
Learn how to organize complex multi-layer compositions, manage blending modes, and build non-destructive workflows for film and television. We cover layer hierarchy, masking techniques, effect chains, and color correction integration. Sessions run twice weekly, 90 minutes each, with practical exercises on real-world compositing challenges.
Layer organization
Blending modes
Masking techniques
Color correction
Particle System Design
Master dynamic particle effects for smoke, fire, dust, and atmospheric elements. You’ll learn emitter fundamentals, physics simulation, collision detection, and custom behaviors to create sophisticated effects for commercials and broadcast work. This course focuses on systematic design principles rather than quick shortcuts.
Emitter fundamentals
Physics simulation
Collision detection
Custom behaviors
Camera Tracking Integration
Integrate tracked camera data into your motion graphics and visual effects shots. We teach 3D space reconstruction, solving for camera motion from 2D footage, and applying that data to visual elements. Understand how tracking software works and how to troubleshoot common issues in real production scenarios.
3D space reconstruction
Camera solve methods
Integration techniques
Troubleshooting
Color Grading for Motion
Develop your eye and technique for color grading motion projects. Learn the technical side—color wheels, curves, LUTs—and the creative side of establishing mood and visual consistency across footage. Each course includes practical grading on actual project files, from commercial spots to documentary sequences.
Color wheels & curves
LUT workflows
Mood & consistency
Broadcast standards
