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Aaron Eaton

Visual Effects Supervisor at Cantina Creative

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Setting Up Your Workspace

Learn how to set up your composition for the correct specs and organization.

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Learning Outcomes:

  • Set up color management for compositing
  • Organize project files efficiently
  • Apply color corrections using adjustment layers

Level: Advanced

Skills you'll gain:

After Effects, Color Management, Compositing, Color Correction

Key Insights

  • Use linear ASUS CG color for compositing.
  • Switch to OCIO color management for accurate color representation.
  • Interpret footage color space correctly during import.
  • Create a structured folder system for organization.
  • Match comp frame numbers with production plates.
  • Utilize adjustment layers for applying show-specific colors.
  • Convert color spaces accurately using OCIO effects.
  • Ensure color consistency by comparing with reference clips.
  • Apply shot-specific CDL and official LUT for final output.