3 Seasons – 13 Episodes
Discovering Animation
Behind the scenes of animated film productions
3 Seasons – 13 Episodes
Discovering Animation
Behind the scenes of animated film productions
3 Seasons – 13 Episodes
Discovering Animation
Behind the scenes of animated film productions
In the following videos, industry professionals share their experiences, reveal how they built their careers, and offer valuable guidance for aspiring professionals. Each episode dives into a specific department—explaining core principles, tasks, and essential skills. Whether you're passionate about animation or just curious how animated films come to life, you'll discover something inspiring here.
Trailer
Interview Insights
Season 1
Pre-Production
Episode 1
Scripting & Directing
The experienced writer and director Verena, takes us on the journey of writing a great script.
Episode 1
Scripting & Directing
The experienced writer and director Verena, takes us on the journey of writing a great script.
Episode 1
Scripting & Directing
The experienced writer and director Verena, takes us on the journey of writing a great script.
Episode 2
Concept Art
Art director and concept artist Jens, who co-created the studio PowerPixel in Vienna, shows us what's behind the magic hands of a concept artist.
Episode 2
Concept Art
Art director and concept artist Jens, who co-created the studio PowerPixel in Vienna, shows us what's behind the magic hands of a concept artist.
Episode 2
Concept Art
Art director and concept artist Jens, who co-created the studio PowerPixel in Vienna, shows us what's behind the magic hands of a concept artist.
Episode 3
Storyboard & Animatics
Pepe shows how composition, camera, movement, and timing are defined in storyboard and the impact they have on the rest of the production.
Episode 3
Storyboard & Animatics
Pepe shows how composition, camera, movement, and timing are defined in storyboard and the impact they have on the rest of the production.
Episode 3
Storyboard & Animatics
Pepe shows how composition, camera, movement, and timing are defined in storyboard and the impact they have on the rest of the production.
Episode 4
Character Modeling
Jörg gives us a great breakdown of the rules of character modeling. What's the secret behind his success and great designs?
Episode 4
Character Modeling
Jörg gives us a great breakdown of the rules of character modeling. What's the secret behind his success and great designs?
Episode 4
Character Modeling
Jörg gives us a great breakdown of the rules of character modeling. What's the secret behind his success and great designs?
Episode 5
Props Modeling
The ambitious projects of Michael catch the eyes of any modeler, as he creates stunning assets with an eye for detail and technical understanding.
Episode 5
Props Modeling
The ambitious projects of Michael catch the eyes of any modeler, as he creates stunning assets with an eye for detail and technical understanding.
Episode 5
Props Modeling
The ambitious projects of Michael catch the eyes of any modeler, as he creates stunning assets with an eye for detail and technical understanding.
Episode 6
Surfacing
With 20+ years of experience, Mason has developed quite the feeling for texture. He demonstrates how to transform a bland model into something that shines, feels alive, and connects with viewers.
Episode 6
Surfacing
With 20+ years of experience, Mason has developed quite the feeling for texture. He demonstrates how to transform a bland model into something that shines, feels alive, and connects with viewers.
Episode 6
Surfacing
With 20+ years of experience, Mason has developed quite the feeling for texture. He demonstrates how to transform a bland model into something that shines, feels alive, and connects with viewers.
Episode 7
Rigging
As a rigging supervisor, Viktor leads teams in preparing animation-ready assets, excelling at adjusting models for optimal movement.
Episode 7
Rigging
As a rigging supervisor, Viktor leads teams in preparing animation-ready assets, excelling at adjusting models for optimal movement.
Episode 7
Rigging
As a rigging supervisor, Viktor leads teams in preparing animation-ready assets, excelling at adjusting models for optimal movement.
Episode 8
3D Layout
As a virtual scene specialist, Sara ensures each shot is balanced, visually striking, and conveys the feeling envisioned by the art director.
Episode 8
3D Layout
As a virtual scene specialist, Sara ensures each shot is balanced, visually striking, and conveys the feeling envisioned by the art director.
Episode 8
3D Layout
As a virtual scene specialist, Sara ensures each shot is balanced, visually striking, and conveys the feeling envisioned by the art director.
Season 2
Production
Episode 9
Animation
"In a philosophical way, putting life into an object that's not alive by moving it," is the essence of animation, as explained by Aaron
Episode 9
Animation
"In a philosophical way, putting life into an object that's not alive by moving it," is the essence of animation, as explained by Aaron
Episode 9
Animation
"In a philosophical way, putting life into an object that's not alive by moving it," is the essence of animation, as explained by Aaron
Episode 10
Lighting
Without light everything is black. To make it possible to enjoy Saras 3D layout and Aarons animation, we need a creative like Sofia that lights the scene to give it the feeling necessary.
Episode 10
Lighting
Without light everything is black. To make it possible to enjoy Saras 3D layout and Aarons animation, we need a creative like Sofia that lights the scene to give it the feeling necessary.
Episode 10
Lighting
Without light everything is black. To make it possible to enjoy Saras 3D layout and Aarons animation, we need a creative like Sofia that lights the scene to give it the feeling necessary.
Episode 11
VFX
Nothing would work without Monika, especially the explosions, smoke, water, and sparkles. All these elements come to life through VFX, which she supervises both technically and creatively.
Episode 11
VFX
Nothing would work without Monika, especially the explosions, smoke, water, and sparkles. All these elements come to life through VFX, which she supervises both technically and creatively.
Episode 11
VFX
Nothing would work without Monika, especially the explosions, smoke, water, and sparkles. All these elements come to life through VFX, which she supervises both technically and creatively.
Season 3
Post-Production
Episode 12
Compositing
Since many of the previous steps are rendered on separate layers, we need Patrick to merge them together and add filters, blur, and other effects to prepare the final composition for the cinema screen.
Episode 12
Compositing
Since many of the previous steps are rendered on separate layers, we need Patrick to merge them together and add filters, blur, and other effects to prepare the final composition for the cinema screen.
Episode 12
Compositing
Since many of the previous steps are rendered on separate layers, we need Patrick to merge them together and add filters, blur, and other effects to prepare the final composition for the cinema screen.
Episode 13
Sound Design
While the visuals are ready for the screen, without sound, there is an entire dimension missing. Which is why Inanna and Lukas use their expertise in sound design to fully immerse us in the experience.
Episode 13
Sound Design
While the visuals are ready for the screen, without sound, there is an entire dimension missing. Which is why Inanna and Lukas use their expertise in sound design to fully immerse us in the experience.
Episode 13
Sound Design
While the visuals are ready for the screen, without sound, there is an entire dimension missing. Which is why Inanna and Lukas use their expertise in sound design to fully immerse us in the experience.
Credits
Director
Sebastian K. Mayr
Klaus Ergert
Camera
Sebastian K. Mayr
Alexander Dirninger
Maximilian Smoliner
Creative Lead & Animation
Stefanie Wittholm
Producer
Klaus Ergert
Coordinator
David Lauchenauer
Animation Insights
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Animation Insights
About Aniworx
Language
English
Deutsch
Slovenski
Español
Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or OeAD-GmbH. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
Animation Insights
About Aniworx
Language
English
Deutsch
Slovenski
Español
Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or OeAD-GmbH. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.