Pre-Visualization (Pre-Viz) Using Unity (Beginner)
This beginner-level course introduces students to the fundamentals of Pre-Visualization (Pre-Viz) using Unity, a real-time 3D engine widely used in filmmaking, animation, virtual production, architecture, and game development. The course focuses on using Unity to create pre-visualized scenes that help directors, cinematographers, designers, and production teams plan shots, camera movements, lighting, and scene layouts before actual production.
Students will learn the Unity interface, scene creation, asset management, terrain creation, lighting, cameras, animation basics, timeline, Cinemachine, and simple real-time rendering techniques. Through hands-on exercises and mini projects, participants will develop pre-visualization sequences that demonstrate storytelling, camera planning, and virtual scene development.
By the end of the course, students will be able to create simple pre-visualization scenes and cinematic sequences using Unity's real-time workflow.
Course structure
Topics Covered
Introduction to Pre-Visualization, Unity Interface, Project Setup, Navigation, Scene View
Practical Exercise
Create your first Unity scene
,Topics Covered
GameObjects, Transforms, Hierarchy, Prefabs, Asset Import
Practical Exercise
Build a simple indoor environment
,Topics Covered
Terrain Tools, Materials, Textures, Environment Design
Practical Exercise
Create an outdoor landscape
,Topics Covered
Lighting Basics, Skybox, Reflection Probes, Light Baking
Practical Exercise
Set up realistic lighting for a scene
,Topics Covered
Camera Fundamentals, Camera Angles, Composition, Cinemachine Introduction
Practical Exercise
Create cinematic camera shots
,Topics Covered
Timeline Basics, Camera Animation, Object Animation
Practical Exercise
Animate a simple cinematic sequence
,Topics Covered
Character Import, Character Placement, Navigation Basics
Practical Exercise
Stage a scene with animated characters
,Topics Covered
Basic Visual Effects, Audio Integration, Scene Optimization
Practical Exercise
Add environmental effects and sound
,Topics Covered
Storyboarding to Pre-Viz Workflow, Shot Planning, Scene Sequencing
Practical Exercise
Develop a short pre-visualization sequence
,Topics Covered
Final Project, Rendering, Presentation, Portfolio Review
Practical Exercise
Present a complete cinematic pre-viz project
Who is this course for?
What you'll need
After the course you'll be able to
- Create basic pre-visualization scenes using Unity.
- Build and organize 3D environments for storytelling.
- Plan cinematic shots using virtual cameras.
- Use Cinemachine to create dynamic camera movements.
- Animate scenes using Unity Timeline.
- Design simple real-time lighting setups.
- Create storyboard-based cinematic sequences.
- Export pre-visualization videos for presentations and production planning.
- Develop a beginner-level pre-viz portfolio.
- Build a strong foundation for advanced learning in Virtual Production, Real-Time Filmmaking, XR, and Unity Development.
Dates
- 127th July, 20267:00PM – 8:00PM
- 228th July, 20267:00PM – 8:00PM
- 329th July, 20267:00PM – 8:00PM
- 430th July, 20267:00PM – 8:00PM
- 531st July, 20267:00PM – 8:00PM
- 61st August, 20267:00PM – 8:00PM
- 73rd August, 20267:00PM – 8:00PM
- 84th August, 20267:00PM – 8:00PM
- 95th August, 20267:00PM – 8:00PM
- 106th August, 20267:00PM – 8:00PM
About the teacher
Sarathkumar N. is an Animation and VFX educator with over 22 years of industry and academic experience. As the Founder & Director of Precise Creative Studios Pvt. Ltd. and having worked as a Director – Education & Skilling at ABAI, Bengaluru, he specializes in industry-focused training, curriculum development, and mentoring students to build successful careers in Animation, VFX, Motion Graphics, and digital media.