Module 1 – Introduction to AI Animation & Tools Setup
Objective:
- Understand what AI animation is, how it works, and set up all essential tools.
Topics Covered:
- What is AI Animation? Overview & industry trends
- Understanding AI in creative pipelines (text-to-image, image-to-video, motion generation)
- Types of AI animation tools (character, motion, voice, editing)
- Introduction to creative workflow
Practical:
- Tool setup (login, free trials, accounts)
- Exploring sample AI animations
Tools:
- Runway ML – for AI video generation
- CapCut / Canva – video editing
- ChatGPT – for scripting & prompts
Assignment:
- Research 2 AI animation tools and share a short (10–15 sec) test clip using any one.
Module 2 – Storyboarding & Scripting with AI
Objective:
- Learn to generate ideas, write scripts, and design storyboards using AI.
Topics Covered:
- What makes a good animation story
- Using AI for ideation and creative storytelling
- Writing scripts with ChatGPT
- Designing storyboards with AI image tools
Practical:
- Generate a script and storyboard using AI
Tools:
- ChatGPT / Gemini / Claude – for scriptwriting
- Storyboarder (open source) – for scene planning
- Midjourney / Ideogram – for AI storyboard visuals
Assignment:
- Create a 30-second script and storyboard (5–6 frames).
Module 3 – Character Design & Voice Generation
Objective:
- Create AI characters and generate matching voices.
Topics Covered:
- Character design fundamentals
- Creating characters with AI
- Voice generation and syncing basics
Practical:
- Generate a 2D or 3D character using AI
- Add voice to the character
Tools:
- Ready Player Me / Character Creator – for characters
- ElevenLabs – for AI voice generation
- HeyGen – for talking avatars
Assignment:
- Produce a 15-sec animated talking character using AI-generated voice.
Module 4 – Animation Motion & Lip Sync
Objective:
- Add motion, facial expression, and lip sync to characters.
Topics Covered:
- Motion capture and AI motion transfer
- Lip sync & expression alignment
- Combining character & motion
Practical:
- Animate your AI character with motion presets or custom input
Tools:
- DeepMotion / Move.ai – motion generation
- HeyGen – automatic lip sync
Assignment:
- Create a 20-sec character animation with realistic motion & lip sync.
Module 5 – Scene Design & Environment Creation
Objective:
- Build immersive scenes and backgrounds using AI tools.
Topics Covered:
- Scene composition & lighting
- AI background & world generation
- Camera angles & depth
Practical:
- Design 2–3 AI-generated backgrounds
- Animate simple camera movement
Tools:
- Kaiber / Pika Labs – text-to-video environment
- Runway ML / Midjourney – for background generation
- Canva / Photoshop – for compositing
Assignment:
Produce a 15-sec scene animation with background and moving camera.
Module 6 – Integrating Sound, Music & Effects
Objective:
- Enhance animations with audio design and effects.
Topics Covered:
- Sound design basics
- AI music generation
- Syncing sound and visuals
- Adding transitions & FX
Practical:
- Add music, ambient sounds & transitions
Tools:
- Soundraw / Beatoven / Mubert – AI music generation
- Audacity / Descript – sound editing
- CapCut – for final syncing
Assignment:
- Add background music & sound FX to your previous Module’s animation.
Module 7 – Editing, Refinement & Post-Production
Objective:
- Combine scenes, refine timing, and finalize animations.
Topics Covered:
- Editing timeline
- Color correction & visual polish
- Adding captions & branding
Practical:
- Combine multiple short clips into one story
Tools:
- CapCut – for editing
- Runway ML – for upscaling and scene enhancement
Assignment:
- Assemble your final 1-minute animation draft.
Module 8 – Final Project & Portfolio Presentation & Career Opportunity
Objective:
- Create and present a complete AI-animated short film.
Topics Covered:
- Final project development
- Exporting & publishing
- Portfolio tips & showcasing work online
Practical:
- Present your final AI animation (30–60 sec)
- Group review and feedback
Tools:
- Any tools used during the course
- YouTube / Behance / Artstation – for showcasing work
Assignment:
- Submit your final project and a behind-the-scenes summary of your AI workflow.
