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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.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Set up project settings for color management
  • Import and interpret footage color spaces
  • Apply adjustment layers for final show color

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 better control.
  • Organize media with a structured folder system.
  • Match comp frame numbers with production plates.
  • Apply official show color using CDL and LUT.
  • Ensure footage is interpreted in the correct color space.
  • Toggle display color correction for accurate color viewing.
  • Convert between color spaces as specified by production.
  • Use reference clips to ensure color accuracy.