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This reel uses characters that are mostly from the "Intermediate" column. These models stress animation through the use of various "Modifiers". Dramatic lighting is used to enhance the scene. These models cover basic skills needed before you attempt the more difficult "Advanced" projects.

A reel using only simple characters, if well done, can get you a maximum grade of "B" if executed cleanly.
 

Your reel is the most important thing you can take from this class. Don’t leave putting it together until the last minute. Give yourself several weeks at the end of this course to create your reel.

Only use your best samples. Every piece must show the person watching your reel a moment of quality.

The average length of time a reviewer gives to your reel is 8 seconds. If you can’t capture their attention in those ­first 8 seconds your reel is useless. So use your strongest samples first.

Render your models for presentation using lights and cameras. Don’t take a good model and ruin it with bad lighting. Orbit the camera around your non-animated models.

To make a successful reel you need to know how to use Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere. You don’t need to be an expert but know just enough to place FLV clips of your animations together, set up some type (your contact information) and set a musical score. You will learn to do this in this class.

If this is your first attempt at creating  a 3D reel  be patient. Remember, your reel is something that you will continue to add to and improve during your entire career.