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SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2010-01-10T21:54:53Z

Allison Selene:

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[[Category:Certification]]

== Overview ==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Basic Level

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

==Pre-Requisites==

None.

== Testing Criteria ==

Basic certification requires a demonstrated understanding of pre-production skills, production skills, and post-production skills. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life. Testing will consist of a short
written test and the production of a three minute video using a pre-defined set of criteria as listed below.

==Basic Certification==

Completion of Basic level certification will demonstrate that successful candidates have the skills necessary to operate as an Assistant Editor of complex machinima projects.

===Pre-production===

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project before filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

===Production===

All skills required during the filming the project. These include:

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering/Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

===Post-production===

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

===Software skills===

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate. Testing will utilize the following tools:

====Second Life client====

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

====Video and graphics editors (depending on end user setup)====

* Final Cut Studio: Final Cut Pro, Color, Compressor, Motion
* Shake
* Premiere, After Effects
* Photoshop
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas
* Plugins: Boris, GenArts Sapphire, Magic Bullet

====Audio editors (depending on end user setup)====

* Logic, Soundtrack Pro
* Pro Tools
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundbooth

====Video and audio capture tools (depending on end user setup)====

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

====Content delivery====

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* DVD
* In world streaming

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

====Technology skills====

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

SL Cert - Intermediate Machinima

2010-01-10T21:53:01Z

Allison Selene:

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

==Overview==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Intermediate Level.

==Audience==

Mid range professional animators and filmmakers who use Second Life to produce videos.

==Pre-requisites==

Intermediate Certification.

==Testing Criteria==

Intermediate Machinima criteria includes all criteria for Basic Level certification plus:

* Lip syncing

* Intermediate animation

* Intermediate lighting techniques

* Intermediate editing and motion graphics

* Intermediate sound (foley, soundtrack music, spatial audio)

All skills will be demonstrated as a combination of a theoretical (multiple-choice) test, practical application in-world, and a complete final video containing all required certification criteria. The video will be done according to a defined set of different scenes with the specific results called for within each scene.

==Intermediate Level==

Completion of Intermediate level certification will demonstrate that successful candidates have the skills necessary to operate as the Assistant Director and/or Editor of complex machinima projects.

===Lip syncing===

* Demonstrate ability to produce lip synch animations to avatar speech.
* Must be convincing on midrange shots
* Must be demonstrated using one voice actor.

===Intermediate animation===

* Demonstrate ability to produce lifelike animation shots and scenes.

* Demonstrate ability to produce shots using effective facial expressions, avatar movement, and lifelike qualities of human avatars.

* Demonstrate understanding and control of frame rates, control over in-world obstacles such as lag, and use of animations without visible pose balls.

===Intermediate lighting===

* Demonstrate ability to produce convincing set lighting in world.

* Demonstrate ability to craft lighting to match mood called for in different script situations and genres (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

===Intermediate editing and motion graphics===

* Demonstrate ability to produce complex edits using professional video editing tools (e.g. Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut Pro).

* Demonstrate ability to produce complex motion graphics effects and titles.

* Demonstrate intermediate incorporation of still images

* Demonstrate consistent color management across all scenes.

===Intermediate sound===

* Demonstrate ability to control sound requirements on in-world sets.

* Demonstrate ability to capture vocal dialog and do seamless overdubs to ensure consistent high quality sound.

* Demonstrate the effective use of foley and effects sounds added as post.

* Demonstrate the effective use of soundtrack music:

* According to genre (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

* Proper placement in scenes.

* Proper mixing and equalization.

* Proper use of spatial effects (e.g. doppler effects, distance, close up)

SL Cert - Intermediate Machinima

2010-01-10T21:51:53Z

Allison Selene:

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

==Overview==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Intermediate Level.

==Audience==

Mid range professional animators and filmmakers who use Second Life to produce videos.

==Pre-requisites==

Intermediate Certification.

==Testing Criteria==

Intermediate Machinima criteria includes all criteria for Basic Level certification plus:

* Lip syncing

* Intermediate animation

* Intermediate lighting techniques

* Intermediate editing and motion graphics

* Intermediate sound (foley, soundtrack music, spatial audio)

All skills will be demonstrated as a combination of a theoretical (multiple-choice) test, practical application in-world, and a complete final video containing all required certification criteria. The video will be done according to a defined set of different scenes with the specific results called for within each scene.

==Intermediate Level==

Completion of Intermediate level certification will demonstrate that successful candidates have the skills necessary to operate as the Assistant Director of complex machinima projects.

===Lip syncing===

* Demonstrate ability to produce lip synch animations to avatar speech.
* Must be convincing on midrange shots
* Must be demonstrated using one voice actor.

===Intermediate animation===

* Demonstrate ability to produce lifelike animation shots and scenes.

* Demonstrate ability to produce shots using effective facial expressions, avatar movement, and lifelike qualities of human avatars.

* Demonstrate understanding and control of frame rates, control over in-world obstacles such as lag, and use of animations without visible pose balls.

===Intermediate lighting===

* Demonstrate ability to produce convincing set lighting in world.

* Demonstrate ability to craft lighting to match mood called for in different script situations and genres (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

===Intermediate editing and motion graphics===

* Demonstrate ability to produce complex edits using professional video editing tools (e.g. Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut Pro).

* Demonstrate ability to produce complex motion graphics effects and titles.

* Demonstrate intermediate incorporation of still images

* Demonstrate consistent color management across all scenes.

===Intermediate sound===

* Demonstrate ability to control sound requirements on in-world sets.

* Demonstrate ability to capture vocal dialog and do seamless overdubs to ensure consistent high quality sound.

* Demonstrate the effective use of foley and effects sounds added as post.

* Demonstrate the effective use of soundtrack music:

* According to genre (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

* Proper placement in scenes.

* Proper mixing and equalization.

* Proper use of spatial effects (e.g. doppler effects, distance, close up)

SL Cert - Advanced Machinima

2010-01-10T21:50:37Z

Allison Selene:

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

==Overview==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Advanced Level.

==Audience==

High end professional animators and filmmakers who use Second Life to produce videos.

==Pre-requisites==

Intermediate Certification.

==Testing Criteria==

Advanced Machinima criteria includes all criteria for Intermediate Level certification plus:

* Lip syncing

* Advanced animation

* Advanced lighting techniques

* Advanced editing and motion graphics

* Advanced sound (foley, soundtrack music, spatial audio)

All skills will be demonstrated as a combination of a theoretical (multiple-choice) test, practical application in-world, and a complete final video containing all required certification criteria. The video will be done according to a defined set of different scenes with the specific results called for within each scene.

==Advanced Level==

Completion of Advanced level certification will demonstrate that successful candidates have the skills necessary to operate as the Director of complex machinima projects.

===Lip syncing===

* Demonstrate ability to produce seamless lip synch animations to avatar speech.
* Must be convincing on close up shots (e.g. head shots).
* Must be demonstrated using several different voice actors using different cadences and speeds

===Advanced animation===

* Demonstrate ability to produce lifelike animation shots and scenes.

* Demonstrate ability to produce shots using effective facial expressions, avatar movement, and lifelike qualities including use of non-human avatars.

* Demonstrate mastery of frame rates, control over in-world obstacles such as lag, and use of animations without visible pose balls.

===Advanced lighting===

* Demonstrate ability to produce convincing set lighting in world.

* Demonstrate ability to craft lighting to match mood called for in different script situations and genres (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

=== Advanced editing and motion graphics===

* Demonstrate ability to produce complex edits using professional video editing tools (e.g. Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut Pro).

* Demonstrate ability to produce complex motion graphics effects and titles.

* Demonstrate advanced incorporation of still images

* Demonstrate consistent color management across all scenes.

===Advanced sound===

* Demonstrate ability to control sound requirements on in-world sets.

*Demonstrate ability to capture vocal dialog and do seamless overdubs to ensure consistent high quality sound.

* Demonstrate the effective use of foley and effects sounds added as post.

* Demonstrate the effective use of soundtrack music:

* According to genre (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

* Proper placement in scenes.

* Proper mixing and equalization.

* Proper use of spatial effects (e.g. doppler effects, distance, close up)

SL Cert - Intermediate Machinima

2010-01-10T21:35:21Z

Allison Selene: /* intermediate animation */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

==Overview==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Intermediate Level.

==Audience==

Mid range professional animators and filmmakers who use Second Life to produce videos.

==Pre-requisites==

Intermediate Certification.

==Testing Criteria==

Intermediate Machinima criteria includes all criteria for Basic Level certification plus:

* Lip syncing

* Intermediate animation

* Intermediate lighting techniques

* Intermediate editing and motion graphics

* Intermediate sound (foley, soundtrack music, spatial audio)

All skills will be demonstrated as a combination of a theoretical (multiple-choice) test, practical application in-world, and a complete final video containing all required certification criteria. The video will be done according to a defined set of different scenes with the specific results called for within each scene.

==Intermediate Level==

Intermediate level certification candidates must demonstrate a mastery of the following topics:

===Lip syncing===

* Demonstrate ability to produce lip synch animations to avatar speech.
* Must be convincing on midrange shots
* Must be demonstrated using one voice actor.

===Intermediate animation===

* Demonstrate ability to produce lifelike animation shots and scenes.

* Demonstrate ability to produce shots using effective facial expressions, avatar movement, and lifelike qualities of human avatars.

* Demonstrate understanding and control of frame rates, control over in-world obstacles such as lag, and use of animations without visible pose balls.

===Intermediate lighting===

* Demonstrate ability to produce convincing set lighting in world.

* Demonstrate ability to craft lighting to match mood called for in different script situations and genres (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

===Intermediate editing and motion graphics===

* Demonstrate ability to produce complex edits using professional video editing tools (e.g. Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut Pro).

* Demonstrate ability to produce complex motion graphics effects and titles.

* Demonstrate intermediate incorporation of still images

* Demonstrate consistent color management across all scenes.

===Intermediate sound===

* Demonstrate ability to control sound requirements on in-world sets.

* Demonstrate ability to capture vocal dialog and do seamless overdubs to ensure consistent high quality sound.

* Demonstrate the effective use of foley and effects sounds added as post.

* Demonstrate the effective use of soundtrack music:

* According to genre (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

* Proper placement in scenes.

* Proper mixing and equalization.

* Proper use of spatial effects (e.g. doppler effects, distance, close up)

SL Cert - Intermediate Machinima

2010-01-10T21:34:40Z

Allison Selene:

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

==Overview==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Intermediate Level.

==Audience==

Mid range professional animators and filmmakers who use Second Life to produce videos.

==Pre-requisites==

Intermediate Certification.

==Testing Criteria==

Intermediate Machinima criteria includes all criteria for Basic Level certification plus:

* Lip syncing

* Intermediate animation

* Intermediate lighting techniques

* Intermediate editing and motion graphics

* Intermediate sound (foley, soundtrack music, spatial audio)

All skills will be demonstrated as a combination of a theoretical (multiple-choice) test, practical application in-world, and a complete final video containing all required certification criteria. The video will be done according to a defined set of different scenes with the specific results called for within each scene.

==Intermediate Level==

Intermediate level certification candidates must demonstrate a mastery of the following topics:

===Lip syncing===

* Demonstrate ability to produce lip synch animations to avatar speech.
* Must be convincing on midrange shots
* Must be demonstrated using one voice actor.

===intermediate animation===

* Demonstrate ability to produce lifelike animation shots and scenes.

* Demonstrate ability to produce shots using effective facial expressions, avatar movement, and lifelike qualities of human avatars.

* Demonstrate understanding and control of frame rates, control over in-world obstacles such as lag, and use of animations without visible pose balls.

===Intermediate lighting===

* Demonstrate ability to produce convincing set lighting in world.

* Demonstrate ability to craft lighting to match mood called for in different script situations and genres (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

===Intermediate editing and motion graphics===

* Demonstrate ability to produce complex edits using professional video editing tools (e.g. Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut Pro).

* Demonstrate ability to produce complex motion graphics effects and titles.

* Demonstrate intermediate incorporation of still images

* Demonstrate consistent color management across all scenes.

===Intermediate sound===

* Demonstrate ability to control sound requirements on in-world sets.

* Demonstrate ability to capture vocal dialog and do seamless overdubs to ensure consistent high quality sound.

* Demonstrate the effective use of foley and effects sounds added as post.

* Demonstrate the effective use of soundtrack music:

* According to genre (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

* Proper placement in scenes.

* Proper mixing and equalization.

* Proper use of spatial effects (e.g. doppler effects, distance, close up)

SL Cert - Advanced Machinima

2010-01-10T21:28:38Z

Allison Selene: /* Advanced editing and motion graphics */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

==Overview==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Advanced Level.

==Audience==

High end professional animators and filmmakers who use Second Life to produce videos.

==Pre-requisites==

Intermediate Certification.

==Testing Criteria==

Advanced Machinima criteria includes all criteria for Intermediate Level certification plus:

* Lip syncing

* Advanced animation

* Advanced lighting techniques

* Advanced editing and motion graphics

* Advanced sound (foley, soundtrack music, spatial audio)

All skills will be demonstrated as a combination of a theoretical (multiple-choice) test, practical application in-world, and a complete final video containing all required certification criteria. The video will be done according to a defined set of different scenes with the specific results called for within each scene.

==Advanced Level==

Advanced level certification candidates must demonstrate a mastery of the following topics:

===Lip syncing===

* Demonstrate ability to produce seamless lip synch animations to avatar speech.
* Must be convincing on close up shots (e.g. head shots).
* Must be demonstrated using several different voice actors using different cadences and speeds

===Advanced animation===

* Demonstrate ability to produce lifelike animation shots and scenes.

* Demonstrate ability to produce shots using effective facial expressions, avatar movement, and lifelike qualities including use of non-human avatars.

* Demonstrate mastery of frame rates, control over in-world obstacles such as lag, and use of animations without visible pose balls.

===Advanced lighting===

* Demonstrate ability to produce convincing set lighting in world.

* Demonstrate ability to craft lighting to match mood called for in different script situations and genres (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

=== Advanced editing and motion graphics===

* Demonstrate ability to produce complex edits using professional video editing tools (e.g. Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut Pro).

* Demonstrate ability to produce complex motion graphics effects and titles.

* Demonstrate advanced incorporation of still images

* Demonstrate consistent color management across all scenes.

===Advanced sound===

* Demonstrate ability to control sound requirements on in-world sets.

*Demonstrate ability to capture vocal dialog and do seamless overdubs to ensure consistent high quality sound.

* Demonstrate the effective use of foley and effects sounds added as post.

* Demonstrate the effective use of soundtrack music:

* According to genre (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

* Proper placement in scenes.

* Proper mixing and equalization.

* Proper use of spatial effects (e.g. doppler effects, distance, close up)

SL Cert - Advanced Machinima

2010-01-10T21:28:25Z

Allison Selene: /* Advanced editing and motion graphics */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

==Overview==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Advanced Level.

==Audience==

High end professional animators and filmmakers who use Second Life to produce videos.

==Pre-requisites==

Intermediate Certification.

==Testing Criteria==

Advanced Machinima criteria includes all criteria for Intermediate Level certification plus:

* Lip syncing

* Advanced animation

* Advanced lighting techniques

* Advanced editing and motion graphics

* Advanced sound (foley, soundtrack music, spatial audio)

All skills will be demonstrated as a combination of a theoretical (multiple-choice) test, practical application in-world, and a complete final video containing all required certification criteria. The video will be done according to a defined set of different scenes with the specific results called for within each scene.

==Advanced Level==

Advanced level certification candidates must demonstrate a mastery of the following topics:

===Lip syncing===

* Demonstrate ability to produce seamless lip synch animations to avatar speech.
* Must be convincing on close up shots (e.g. head shots).
* Must be demonstrated using several different voice actors using different cadences and speeds

===Advanced animation===

* Demonstrate ability to produce lifelike animation shots and scenes.

* Demonstrate ability to produce shots using effective facial expressions, avatar movement, and lifelike qualities including use of non-human avatars.

* Demonstrate mastery of frame rates, control over in-world obstacles such as lag, and use of animations without visible pose balls.

===Advanced lighting===

* Demonstrate ability to produce convincing set lighting in world.

* Demonstrate ability to craft lighting to match mood called for in different script situations and genres (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

=== Advanced editing and motion graphics===

* Demonstrate ability to produce complex edits using professional video editing tools (e.g. Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut Pro).

* Demonstrate ability to produce complex motion graphics effects and titles.

* Demonstrate advanced incorporation of still images

* Demonstrate consistent color management across all scenes.

===Advanced sound===

* Demonstrate ability to control sound requirements on in-world sets.

*Demonstrate ability to capture vocal dialog and do seamless overdubs to ensure consistent high quality sound.

* Demonstrate the effective use of foley and effects sounds added as post.

* Demonstrate the effective use of soundtrack music:

* According to genre (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

* Proper placement in scenes.

* Proper mixing and equalization.

* Proper use of spatial effects (e.g. doppler effects, distance, close up)

SL Cert - Advanced Machinima

2010-01-10T21:24:58Z

Allison Selene: /* Testing Criteria */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

==Overview==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Advanced Level.

==Audience==

High end professional animators and filmmakers who use Second Life to produce videos.

==Pre-requisites==

Intermediate Certification.

==Testing Criteria==

Advanced Machinima criteria includes all criteria for Intermediate Level certification plus:

* Lip syncing

* Advanced animation

* Advanced lighting techniques

* Advanced editing and motion graphics

* Advanced sound (foley, soundtrack music, spatial audio)

All skills will be demonstrated as a combination of a theoretical (multiple-choice) test, practical application in-world, and a complete final video containing all required certification criteria. The video will be done according to a defined set of different scenes with the specific results called for within each scene.

==Advanced Level==

Advanced level certification candidates must demonstrate a mastery of the following topics:

===Lip syncing===

* Demonstrate ability to produce seamless lip synch animations to avatar speech.
* Must be convincing on close up shots (e.g. head shots).
* Must be demonstrated using several different voice actors using different cadences and speeds

===Advanced animation===

* Demonstrate ability to produce lifelike animation shots and scenes.

* Demonstrate ability to produce shots using effective facial expressions, avatar movement, and lifelike qualities including use of non-human avatars.

* Demonstrate mastery of frame rates, control over in-world obstacles such as lag, and use of animations without visible pose balls.

===Advanced lighting===

* Demonstrate ability to produce convincing set lighting in world.

* Demonstrate ability to craft lighting to match mood called for in different script situations and genres (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

=== Advanced editing and motion graphics===

* Demonstrate ability to produce complex edits using professional video editing tools (e.g. Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut Pro).

* Demonstrate ability to produce complex motion graphics effects and titles.

* Demonstrate effective incorporation of still images and consistent color management.

===Advanced sound===

* Demonstrate ability to control sound requirements on in-world sets.

*Demonstrate ability to capture vocal dialog and do seamless overdubs to ensure consistent high quality sound.

* Demonstrate the effective use of foley and effects sounds added as post.

* Demonstrate the effective use of soundtrack music:

* According to genre (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

* Proper placement in scenes.

* Proper mixing and equalization.

* Proper use of spatial effects (e.g. doppler effects, distance, close up)

SL Cert - Advanced Machinima

2010-01-10T21:20:10Z

Allison Selene: /* Testing Criteria */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

==Overview==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Advanced Level.

==Audience==

High end professional animators and filmmakers who use Second Life to produce videos.

==Pre-requisites==

Intermediate Certification.

==Testing Criteria==

Advanced Machinima criteria includes all criteria for Intermediate Level certification plus:

* Lip syncing

* Advanced animation

* Advanced lighting techniques

* Advanced editing and motion graphics

* Advanced sound (foley, soundtrack music, spatial audio)

All skills will be demonstrated as a combination of a theoretical (multiple-choice) test, practical application in-world, and a complete final video containing all required certification criteria. The video will be done according to a defined set of different scenes.

==Advanced Level==

Advanced level certification candidates must demonstrate a mastery of the following topics:

===Lip syncing===

* Demonstrate ability to produce seamless lip synch animations to avatar speech.
* Must be convincing on close up shots (e.g. head shots).
* Must be demonstrated using several different voice actors using different cadences and speeds

===Advanced animation===

* Demonstrate ability to produce lifelike animation shots and scenes.

* Demonstrate ability to produce shots using effective facial expressions, avatar movement, and lifelike qualities including use of non-human avatars.

* Demonstrate mastery of frame rates, control over in-world obstacles such as lag, and use of animations without visible pose balls.

===Advanced lighting===

* Demonstrate ability to produce convincing set lighting in world.

* Demonstrate ability to craft lighting to match mood called for in different script situations and genres (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

=== Advanced editing and motion graphics===

* Demonstrate ability to produce complex edits using professional video editing tools (e.g. Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut Pro).

* Demonstrate ability to produce complex motion graphics effects and titles.

* Demonstrate effective incorporation of still images and consistent color management.

===Advanced sound===

* Demonstrate ability to control sound requirements on in-world sets.

*Demonstrate ability to capture vocal dialog and do seamless overdubs to ensure consistent high quality sound.

* Demonstrate the effective use of foley and effects sounds added as post.

* Demonstrate the effective use of soundtrack music:

* According to genre (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

* Proper placement in scenes.

* Proper mixing and equalization.

* Proper use of spatial effects (e.g. doppler effects, distance, close up)

SL Cert - Advanced Machinima

2010-01-10T21:18:51Z

Allison Selene: /* Advanced Level */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

==Overview==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Advanced Level.

==Audience==

High end professional animators and filmmakers who use Second Life to produce videos.

==Pre-requisites==

Intermediate Certification.

==Testing Criteria==

Advanced Machinima criteria includes all criteria for Intermediate Level certification plus:

1. Lip syncing

2. Advanced animation

3. Advanced lighting techniques

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics

5. Advanced sound (foley, soundtrack music, spatial audio)

All skills will be demonstrated as a combination of a theoretical (multiple-choice) test, practical application in-world, and a complete final video containing all required certification criteria. The video will be done according to a defined script.

==Advanced Level==

Advanced level certification candidates must demonstrate a mastery of the following topics:

===Lip syncing===

* Demonstrate ability to produce seamless lip synch animations to avatar speech.
* Must be convincing on close up shots (e.g. head shots).
* Must be demonstrated using several different voice actors using different cadences and speeds

===Advanced animation===

* Demonstrate ability to produce lifelike animation shots and scenes.

* Demonstrate ability to produce shots using effective facial expressions, avatar movement, and lifelike qualities including use of non-human avatars.

* Demonstrate mastery of frame rates, control over in-world obstacles such as lag, and use of animations without visible pose balls.

===Advanced lighting===

* Demonstrate ability to produce convincing set lighting in world.

* Demonstrate ability to craft lighting to match mood called for in different script situations and genres (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

=== Advanced editing and motion graphics===

* Demonstrate ability to produce complex edits using professional video editing tools (e.g. Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut Pro).

* Demonstrate ability to produce complex motion graphics effects and titles.

* Demonstrate effective incorporation of still images and consistent color management.

===Advanced sound===

* Demonstrate ability to control sound requirements on in-world sets.

*Demonstrate ability to capture vocal dialog and do seamless overdubs to ensure consistent high quality sound.

* Demonstrate the effective use of foley and effects sounds added as post.

* Demonstrate the effective use of soundtrack music:

* According to genre (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

* Proper placement in scenes.

* Proper mixing and equalization.

* Proper use of spatial effects (e.g. doppler effects, distance, close up)

SL Cert - Intermediate Machinima

2010-01-10T21:14:54Z

Allison Selene:

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

==Overview==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Intermediate Level.

==Audience==

Mid-level professional animators and filmmakers who use Second Life to produce videos.

==Pre-requisites==

Basic Certification.

==Testing Criteria==

Intermediate Machinima:

1. Lip syncing

2. Advanced animation

3. Advanced lighting techniques

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics

5. Advanced sound (foley, soundtrack music, spatial audio)

All skills will be demonstrated as a combination of a theoretical (multiple-choice) test, practical application in-world, and a complete final video containing all required certification criteria. The video will be done according to a defined script. Intermediate certification requires a demonstrated understanding of pre-production skills, production skills, and post-production skills. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life. Testing will consist of a short written test and the production of a five minute video using a pre-defined set of criteria as listed below.

==Intermediate Level==

Intermediate level certification candidates must demonstrate a mastery of the following topics:

1. Lip syncing:

1.1 Demonstrate ability to produce seamless lip synch animations to avatar speech.

1.2 Must be convincing on close up shots (e.g. head shots).

1.3 Must be demonstrated using several different voice actors using different cadences and speeds

2. Advanced animation:

2.1 Demonstrate ability to produce lifelike animation shots and scenes.

2.2 Demonstrate ability to produce shots using effective facial expressions, avatar movement, and lifelike qualities including use of non-human avatars.

2.3 Demonstrate mastery of frame rates, control over in-world obstacles such as lag, and use of animations without visible pose balls.

3. Advanced lighting:

3.1 Demonstrate ability to produce convincing set lighting in world.

3.2 Demonstrate ability to craft lighting to match mood called for in different script situations and genres (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics:

4.1 Demonstrate ability to produce complex edits using professional video editing tools (e.g. Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut Pro).

4.2 Demonstrate ability to produce complex motion graphics effects and titles.

4.3 Demonstrate effective incorporation of still images and consistent color management.

5. Advanced sound:

5.1 Demonstrate ability to control sound requirements on in-world sets.

5.2 Demonstrate ability to capture vocal dialog and do seamless overdubs to ensure consistent high quality sound.

5.3 Demonstrate the effective use of foley and effects sounds added as post.

5.4 Demonstrate the effective use of soundtrack music:

5.4.1 According to genre (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

5.4.2 Proper placement in scenes.

5.4.3 Proper mixing and equalization.

5.4.5 Proper use of spatial effects (e.g. doppler effects, distance, close up)

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2010-01-10T21:10:40Z

Allison Selene: /* Technology skills */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

== Overview ==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Basic Level

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

==Pre-Requisites==

None.

== Testing Criteria ==

Basic certification requires a demonstrated understanding of pre-production skills, production skills, and post-production skills. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life. Testing will consist of a short
written test and the production of a three minute video using a pre-defined set of criteria as listed below.

==Basic Certification==

===Pre-production===

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project before filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

===Production===

All skills required during the filming the project. These include:

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering/Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

===Post-production===

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

===Software skills===

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate. Testing will utilize the following tools:

====Second Life client====

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

====Video and graphics editors (depending on end user setup)====

* Final Cut Studio: Final Cut Pro, Color, Compressor, Motion
* Shake
* Premiere, After Effects
* Photoshop
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas
* Plugins: Boris, GenArts Sapphire, Magic Bullet

====Audio editors (depending on end user setup)====

* Logic, Soundtrack Pro
* Pro Tools
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundbooth

====Video and audio capture tools (depending on end user setup)====

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

====Content delivery====

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* DVD
* In world streaming

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

====Technology skills====

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2010-01-10T21:10:09Z

Allison Selene: /* Production */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

== Overview ==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Basic Level

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

==Pre-Requisites==

None.

== Testing Criteria ==

Basic certification requires a demonstrated understanding of pre-production skills, production skills, and post-production skills. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life. Testing will consist of a short
written test and the production of a three minute video using a pre-defined set of criteria as listed below.

==Basic Certification==

===Pre-production===

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project before filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

===Production===

All skills required during the filming the project. These include:

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering/Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

===Post-production===

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

===Software skills===

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate. Testing will utilize the following tools:

====Second Life client====

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

====Video and graphics editors (depending on end user setup)====

* Final Cut Studio: Final Cut Pro, Color, Compressor, Motion
* Shake
* Premiere, After Effects
* Photoshop
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas
* Plugins: Boris, GenArts Sapphire, Magic Bullet

====Audio editors (depending on end user setup)====

* Logic, Soundtrack Pro
* Pro Tools
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundbooth

====Video and audio capture tools (depending on end user setup)====

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

====Content delivery====

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* DVD
* In world streaming

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

====Technology skills====

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2010-01-10T21:09:26Z

Allison Selene: /* Pre-production */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

== Overview ==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Basic Level

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

==Pre-Requisites==

None.

== Testing Criteria ==

Basic certification requires a demonstrated understanding of pre-production skills, production skills, and post-production skills. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life. Testing will consist of a short
written test and the production of a three minute video using a pre-defined set of criteria as listed below.

==Basic Certification==

===Pre-production===

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project before filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

===Production===

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering/Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

===Post-production===

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

===Software skills===

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate. Testing will utilize the following tools:

====Second Life client====

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

====Video and graphics editors (depending on end user setup)====

* Final Cut Studio: Final Cut Pro, Color, Compressor, Motion
* Shake
* Premiere, After Effects
* Photoshop
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas
* Plugins: Boris, GenArts Sapphire, Magic Bullet

====Audio editors (depending on end user setup)====

* Logic, Soundtrack Pro
* Pro Tools
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundbooth

====Video and audio capture tools (depending on end user setup)====

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

====Content delivery====

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* DVD
* In world streaming

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

====Technology skills====

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2010-01-10T21:08:43Z

Allison Selene: /* Pre-production */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

== Overview ==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Basic Level

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

==Pre-Requisites==

None.

== Testing Criteria ==

Basic certification requires a demonstrated understanding of pre-production skills, production skills, and post-production skills. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life. Testing will consist of a short
written test and the production of a three minute video using a pre-defined set of criteria as listed below.

==Basic Certification==

===Pre-production===

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project before filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

===Production===

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering/Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

===Post-production===

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

===Software skills===

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate. Testing will utilize the following tools:

====Second Life client====

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

====Video and graphics editors (depending on end user setup)====

* Final Cut Studio: Final Cut Pro, Color, Compressor, Motion
* Shake
* Premiere, After Effects
* Photoshop
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas
* Plugins: Boris, GenArts Sapphire, Magic Bullet

====Audio editors (depending on end user setup)====

* Logic, Soundtrack Pro
* Pro Tools
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundbooth

====Video and audio capture tools (depending on end user setup)====

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

====Content delivery====

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* DVD
* In world streaming

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

====Technology skills====

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2010-01-10T21:07:13Z

Allison Selene: /* Basic Certification */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

== Overview ==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Basic Level

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

==Pre-Requisites==

None.

== Testing Criteria ==

Basic certification requires a demonstrated understanding of pre-production skills, production skills, and post-production skills. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life. Testing will consist of a short
written test and the production of a three minute video using a pre-defined set of criteria as listed below.

==Basic Certification==

===Pre-production===

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project 'before filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

===Production===

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering/Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

===Post-production===

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

===Software skills===

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate. Testing will utilize the following tools:

====Second Life client====

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

====Video and graphics editors (depending on end user setup)====

* Final Cut Studio: Final Cut Pro, Color, Compressor, Motion
* Shake
* Premiere, After Effects
* Photoshop
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas
* Plugins: Boris, GenArts Sapphire, Magic Bullet

====Audio editors (depending on end user setup)====

* Logic, Soundtrack Pro
* Pro Tools
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundbooth

====Video and audio capture tools (depending on end user setup)====

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

====Content delivery====

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* DVD
* In world streaming

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

====Technology skills====

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2010-01-10T20:58:41Z

Allison Selene: /* Basic Certification */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

== Overview ==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Basic Level

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

==Pre-Requisites==

None.

== Testing Criteria ==

Basic certification requires a demonstrated understanding of pre-production skills, production skills, and post-production skills. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life. Testing will consist of a short
written test and the production of a three minute video using a pre-defined set of criteria as listed below.

==Basic Certification==

===1. Pre-production===

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project ''before'' filming starts. These include:

1.1 Storyboarding
1.2 Location settings
1.3 Scripts (as in "film scripts")
1.4 Actor preparations
1.5 Costumes
1.6 Licensing arrangements

===2. Production===

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

2.1 Shooting scripts
2.2 Direction
2.3 Voice and audio recording
2.4 Lip synch
2.5 Lighting
2.6 Puppeteering/Animation
2.7 Special effects (in world)
2.8 Camera skills
2.9 Frame rate utilization
2.10 FPS and codecs
2.11 File management
2.12 Still imaging

===3. Post-production===

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

3.1 Video editing techniques and software
3.2 Audio post production
3.3 Motion graphics
3.4 Titling
3.5 File types and formats
3.6 Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

===4. Software skills===

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate. Testing will utilize the following tools:

====4.1 Second Life client====

4.1.1 Use of built-in recording capabilities
4.1.2 Screen snaps
4.1.3 Camera usage
4.1.4 Camera controls
4.1.5 Environment and local lighting
4.1.6 Audio
4.1.7 In world text usage or removal
4.1.8 Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

====4.2 Video and graphics editors (depending on end user setup)====

4.2.1 iMovie
4.2.2 Final Cut Studio: Final Cut Pro, Color, Compressor, Motion
4.2.3 Shake
4.2.4 Premiere, After Effects
4.2.5 Photoshop
4.2.6 Quicktime
4.2.7 Avid
4,2.8 Cinelerra (Linux)
4.2.9 Pinnacle Studio
4.2.10 Sony Vegas
4.2.11 Plugins: Boris, GenArts Sapphire, Magic Bullet

4.3 Audio editors (depending on end user setup)

4.3.1 Logic, Soundtrack Pro
4.3.2 Pro Tools
4.3.3 Cubase
4.3.4 Neundo
4.3.5 Digital Performer
4.3.6 Peak
4.3.7 Sonar
4.3.9 Soundbooth

4.4 Video and audio capture tools (depending on end user setup)

4.4.1 Fraps
4.4.2 Camtasia
4.4.3 HyperCam
4.4.4 Snapz Pro X
4.4.5 iShowU
4.4.6 ScreenFlow
4.4.7 glc (Linux)
4.4.8 WireTap Studio

4.5 Content delivery

4.5.1 YouTube
4.5.2 Vimeo
4.5.3 blip.tv
4.5.4 Flash
4.5.5 Dreamweaver
4.5.6 DVD
4.5.7 In world streaming

4.6 External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

4.7 Technology skills. This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2010-01-10T20:55:27Z

Allison Selene: /* Basic Certification */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

== Overview ==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Basic Level

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

==Pre-Requisites==

None.

== Testing Criteria ==

Basic certification requires a demonstrated understanding of pre-production skills, production skills, and post-production skills. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life. Testing will consist of a short
written test and the production of a three minute video using a pre-defined set of criteria as listed below.

==Basic Certification==

1. Pre-production. All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project ''before'' filming starts. These include:

1.1 Storyboarding
1.2 Location settings
1.3 Scripts (as in "film scripts")
1.4 Actor preparations
1.5 Costumes
1.6 Licensing arrangements

2. Production. All skills required during the filming the project. These include

2.1 Shooting scripts
2.2 Direction
2.3 Voice and audio recording
2.4 Lip synch
2.5 Lighting
2.6 Puppeteering/Animation
2.7 Special effects (in world)
2.8 Camera skills
2.9 Frame rate utilization
2.10 FPS and codecs
2.11 File management
2.12 Still imaging

3. Post-production. All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

3.1 Video editing techniques and software
3.2 Audio post production
3.3 Motion graphics
3.4 Titling
3.5 File types and formats
3.6 Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

4. Software skills. The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate. Testing will utilize the following tools:

4.1 Second Life client

4.1.1 Use of built-in recording capabilities
4.1.2 Screen snaps
4.1.3 Camera usage
4.1.4 Camera controls
4.1.5 Environment and local lighting
4.1.6 Audio
4.1.7 In world text usage or removal
4.1.8 Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

4.2 Video and graphics editors (depending on end user setup)

4.2.1 iMovie
4.2.2 Final Cut Studio: Final Cut Pro, Color, Compressor, Motion
4.2.3 Shake
4.2.4 Premiere, After Effects
4.2.5 Photoshop
4.2.6 Quicktime
4.2.7 Avid
4,2.8 Cinelerra (Linux)
4.2.9 Pinnacle Studio
4.2.10 Sony Vegas
4.2.11 Plugins: Boris, GenArts Sapphire, Magic Bullet

4.3 Audio editors (depending on end user setup)

4.3.1 Logic, Soundtrack Pro
4.3.2 Pro Tools
4.3.3 Cubase
4.3.4 Neundo
4.3.5 Digital Performer
4.3.6 Peak
4.3.7 Sonar
4.3.9 Soundbooth

4.4 Video and audio capture tools (depending on end user setup)

4.4.1 Fraps
4.4.2 Camtasia
4.4.3 HyperCam
4.4.4 Snapz Pro X
4.4.5 iShowU
4.4.6 ScreenFlow
4.4.7 glc (Linux)
4.4.8 WireTap Studio

4.5 Content delivery

4.5.1 YouTube
4.5.2 Vimeo
4.5.3 blip.tv
4.5.4 Flash
4.5.5 Dreamweaver
4.5.6 DVD
4.5.7 In world streaming

4.6 External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

4.7 Technology skills. This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2010-01-10T20:54:15Z

Allison Selene:

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[[Category:Certification]]

== Overview ==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Basic Level

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

==Pre-Requisites==

None.

== Testing Criteria ==

Basic certification requires a demonstrated understanding of pre-production skills, production skills, and post-production skills. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life. Testing will consist of a short
written test and the production of a three minute video using a pre-defined set of criteria as listed below.

==Basic Certification==

1. Pre-production. All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project ''before'' filming starts. These include:

1,1 Storyboarding
1.2 Location settings
1.3 Scripts (as in "film scripts")
1.4 Actor preparations
1.5 Costumes
1.6 Licensing arrangements

2. Production. All skills required during the filming the project. These include

2.1 Shooting scripts
2.2 Direction
2.3 Voice and audio recording
2.4 Lip synch
2.5 Lighting
2.6 Puppeteering/Animation
2.7 Special effects (in world)
2.8 Camera skills
2.9 Frame rate utilization
2.10 FPS and codecs
2.11 File management
2.12 Still imaging

3. Post-production. All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

3.1 Video editing techniques and software
3.2 Audio post production
3.3 Motion graphics
3.4 Titling
3.5 File types and formats
3.6 Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

4, Software skills. The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate. Testing will utilize the following tools:

4.1 Second Life client

4.1.1 Use of built-in recording capabilities
4.1.2 Screen snaps
4.1.3 Camera usage
4.1.4 Camera controls
4.1.5 Environment and local lighting
4.1.6 Audio
4.1.7 In world text usage or removal
4.1.8 Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

4.2 Video and graphics editors (depending on end user setup)

4.2.1 iMovie
4.2.2 Final Cut Studio: Final Cut Pro, Color, Compressor, Motion
4.2.3 Shake
4.2.4 Premiere, After Effects
4.2.5 Photoshop
4.2.6 Quicktime
4.2.7 Avid
4,2.8 Cinelerra (Linux)
4.2.9 Pinnacle Studio
4.2.10 Sony Vegas
4.2.11 Plugins: Boris, GenArts Sapphire, Magic Bullet

4.3 Audio editors (depending on end user setup)

4.3.1 Logic, Soundtrack Pro
4.3.2 Pro Tools
4.3.3 Cubase
4.3.4 Neundo
4.3.5 Digital Performer
4.3.6 Peak
4.3.7 Sonar
4.3.9 Soundbooth

4.4 Video and audio capture tools (depending on end user setup)

4.4.1 Fraps
4.4.2 Camtasia
4.4.3 HyperCam
4.4.4 Snapz Pro X
4.4.5 iShowU
4.4.6 ScreenFlow
4.4.7 glc (Linux)
4.4.8 WireTap Studio

4.5 Content delivery

4.5.1 YouTube
4.5.2 Vimeo
4.5.3 blip.tv
4.5.4 Flash
4.5.5 Dreamweaver
4.5.6 DVD
4.5.7 In world streaming

4.6 External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

4.7 Technology skills. This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

SL Cert - Advanced Machinima

2010-01-09T23:26:00Z

Allison Selene: /* Testing Criteria */

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[[Category:Certification]]

==Overview==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Advanced Level.

==Audience==

High end professional animators and filmmakers who use Second Life to produce videos.

==Pre-requisites==

Intermediate Certification.

==Testing Criteria==

Advanced Machinima criteria includes all criteria for Intermediate Level certification plus:

1. Lip syncing

2. Advanced animation

3. Advanced lighting techniques

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics

5. Advanced sound (foley, soundtrack music, spatial audio)

All skills will be demonstrated as a combination of a theoretical (multiple-choice) test, practical application in-world, and a complete final video containing all required certification criteria. The video will be done according to a defined script.

==Advanced Level==

Advanced level certification candidates must demonstrate a mastery of the following topics:

1. Lip syncing:

1.1 Demonstrate ability to produce seamless lip synch animations to avatar speech.

1.2 Must be convincing on close up shots (e.g. head shots).

1.3 Must be demonstrated using several different voice actors using different cadences and speeds

2. Advanced animation:

2.1 Demonstrate ability to produce lifelike animation shots and scenes.

2.2 Demonstrate ability to produce shots using effective facial expressions, avatar movement, and lifelike qualities including use of non-human avatars.

2.3 Demonstrate mastery of frame rates, control over in-world obstacles such as lag, and use of animations without visible pose balls.

3. Advanced lighting:

3.1 Demonstrate ability to produce convincing set lighting in world.

3.2 Demonstrate ability to craft lighting to match mood called for in different script situations and genres (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics:

4.1 Demonstrate ability to produce complex edits using professional video editing tools (e.g. Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut Pro).

4.2 Demonstrate ability to produce complex motion graphics effects and titles.

4.3 Demonstrate effective incorporation of still images and consistent color management.

5. Advanced sound:

5.1 Demonstrate ability to control sound requirements on in-world sets.

5.2 Demonstrate ability to capture vocal dialog and do seamless overdubs to ensure consistent high quality sound.

5.3 Demonstrate the effective use of foley and effects sounds added as post.

5.4 Demonstrate the effective use of soundtrack music:

5.4.1 According to genre (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

5.4.2 Proper placement in scenes.

5.4.3 Proper mixing and equalization.

5.4.5 Proper use of spatial effects (e.g. doppler effects, distance, close up)

SL Cert - Advanced Machinima

2010-01-09T22:14:21Z

Allison Selene: /* Overview */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

==Overview==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Advanced Level.

==Audience==

High end professional animators and filmmakers who use Second Life to produce videos.

==Pre-requisites==

Intermediate Certification.

==Testing Criteria==

Advanced Machinima:

1. Lip syncing

2. Advanced animation

3. Advanced lighting techniques

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics

5. Advanced sound (foley, soundtrack music, spatial audio)

All skills will be demonstrated as a combination of a theoretical (multiple-choice) test, practical application in-world, and a complete final video containing all required certification criteria. The video will be done according to a defined script.

==Advanced Level==

Advanced level certification candidates must demonstrate a mastery of the following topics:

1. Lip syncing:

1.1 Demonstrate ability to produce seamless lip synch animations to avatar speech.

1.2 Must be convincing on close up shots (e.g. head shots).

1.3 Must be demonstrated using several different voice actors using different cadences and speeds

2. Advanced animation:

2.1 Demonstrate ability to produce lifelike animation shots and scenes.

2.2 Demonstrate ability to produce shots using effective facial expressions, avatar movement, and lifelike qualities including use of non-human avatars.

2.3 Demonstrate mastery of frame rates, control over in-world obstacles such as lag, and use of animations without visible pose balls.

3. Advanced lighting:

3.1 Demonstrate ability to produce convincing set lighting in world.

3.2 Demonstrate ability to craft lighting to match mood called for in different script situations and genres (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics:

4.1 Demonstrate ability to produce complex edits using professional video editing tools (e.g. Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut Pro).

4.2 Demonstrate ability to produce complex motion graphics effects and titles.

4.3 Demonstrate effective incorporation of still images and consistent color management.

5. Advanced sound:

5.1 Demonstrate ability to control sound requirements on in-world sets.

5.2 Demonstrate ability to capture vocal dialog and do seamless overdubs to ensure consistent high quality sound.

5.3 Demonstrate the effective use of foley and effects sounds added as post.

5.4 Demonstrate the effective use of soundtrack music:

5.4.1 According to genre (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

5.4.2 Proper placement in scenes.

5.4.3 Proper mixing and equalization.

5.4.5 Proper use of spatial effects (e.g. doppler effects, distance, close up)

SL Cert - Intermediate Machinima

2010-01-09T22:13:18Z

Allison Selene: /* Overview */

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[[Category:Certification]]

==Overview==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima using the Second Life platform at the Intermediate Level.

==Audience==

Mid-level professional animators and filmmakers who use Second Life to produce videos.

==Pre-requisites==

Basic Certification.

==Testing Criteria==

Intermediate Machinima:

1. Lip syncing

2. Advanced animation

3. Advanced lighting techniques

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics

5. Advanced sound (foley, soundtrack music, spatial audio)

All skills will be demonstrated as a combination of a theoretical (multiple-choice) test, practical application in-world, and a complete final video containing all required certification criteria. The video will be done according to a defined script.

==Intermediate Level==

Intermediate level certification candidates must demonstrate a mastery of the following topics:

1. Lip syncing:

1.1 Demonstrate ability to produce seamless lip synch animations to avatar speech.

1.2 Must be convincing on close up shots (e.g. head shots).

1.3 Must be demonstrated using several different voice actors using different cadences and speeds

2. Advanced animation:

2.1 Demonstrate ability to produce lifelike animation shots and scenes.

2.2 Demonstrate ability to produce shots using effective facial expressions, avatar movement, and lifelike qualities including use of non-human avatars.

2.3 Demonstrate mastery of frame rates, control over in-world obstacles such as lag, and use of animations without visible pose balls.

3. Advanced lighting:

3.1 Demonstrate ability to produce convincing set lighting in world.

3.2 Demonstrate ability to craft lighting to match mood called for in different script situations and genres (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics:

4.1 Demonstrate ability to produce complex edits using professional video editing tools (e.g. Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut Pro).

4.2 Demonstrate ability to produce complex motion graphics effects and titles.

4.3 Demonstrate effective incorporation of still images and consistent color management.

5. Advanced sound:

5.1 Demonstrate ability to control sound requirements on in-world sets.

5.2 Demonstrate ability to capture vocal dialog and do seamless overdubs to ensure consistent high quality sound.

5.3 Demonstrate the effective use of foley and effects sounds added as post.

5.4 Demonstrate the effective use of soundtrack music:

5.4.1 According to genre (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

5.4.2 Proper placement in scenes.

5.4.3 Proper mixing and equalization.

5.4.5 Proper use of spatial effects (e.g. doppler effects, distance, close up)

SL Cert - Advanced Machinima

2010-01-09T22:12:08Z

Allison Selene: /* Overview */

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[[Category:Certification]]

==Overview==

These are the criteria required for an individual to become certified in the area of Machinima on the Second Life platform at the Advanced Level.

==Audience==

High end professional animators and filmmakers who use Second Life to produce videos.

==Pre-requisites==

Intermediate Certification.

==Testing Criteria==

Advanced Machinima:

1. Lip syncing

2. Advanced animation

3. Advanced lighting techniques

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics

5. Advanced sound (foley, soundtrack music, spatial audio)

All skills will be demonstrated as a combination of a theoretical (multiple-choice) test, practical application in-world, and a complete final video containing all required certification criteria. The video will be done according to a defined script.

==Advanced Level==

Advanced level certification candidates must demonstrate a mastery of the following topics:

1. Lip syncing:

1.1 Demonstrate ability to produce seamless lip synch animations to avatar speech.

1.2 Must be convincing on close up shots (e.g. head shots).

1.3 Must be demonstrated using several different voice actors using different cadences and speeds

2. Advanced animation:

2.1 Demonstrate ability to produce lifelike animation shots and scenes.

2.2 Demonstrate ability to produce shots using effective facial expressions, avatar movement, and lifelike qualities including use of non-human avatars.

2.3 Demonstrate mastery of frame rates, control over in-world obstacles such as lag, and use of animations without visible pose balls.

3. Advanced lighting:

3.1 Demonstrate ability to produce convincing set lighting in world.

3.2 Demonstrate ability to craft lighting to match mood called for in different script situations and genres (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics:

4.1 Demonstrate ability to produce complex edits using professional video editing tools (e.g. Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut Pro).

4.2 Demonstrate ability to produce complex motion graphics effects and titles.

4.3 Demonstrate effective incorporation of still images and consistent color management.

5. Advanced sound:

5.1 Demonstrate ability to control sound requirements on in-world sets.

5.2 Demonstrate ability to capture vocal dialog and do seamless overdubs to ensure consistent high quality sound.

5.3 Demonstrate the effective use of foley and effects sounds added as post.

5.4 Demonstrate the effective use of soundtrack music:

5.4.1 According to genre (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

5.4.2 Proper placement in scenes.

5.4.3 Proper mixing and equalization.

5.4.5 Proper use of spatial effects (e.g. doppler effects, distance, close up)

SL Cert - Intermediate Machinima

2010-01-09T22:10:29Z

Allison Selene: /* Overview */

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[[Category:Certification]]

==Overview==

The following are the criteria required for an individual to become certified on Machinima for Second Life at the Intermediate Level.

==Audience==

Mid-level professional animators and filmmakers who use Second Life to produce videos.

==Pre-requisites==

Basic Certification.

==Testing Criteria==

Intermediate Machinima:

1. Lip syncing

2. Advanced animation

3. Advanced lighting techniques

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics

5. Advanced sound (foley, soundtrack music, spatial audio)

All skills will be demonstrated as a combination of a theoretical (multiple-choice) test, practical application in-world, and a complete final video containing all required certification criteria. The video will be done according to a defined script.

==Intermediate Level==

Intermediate level certification candidates must demonstrate a mastery of the following topics:

1. Lip syncing:

1.1 Demonstrate ability to produce seamless lip synch animations to avatar speech.

1.2 Must be convincing on close up shots (e.g. head shots).

1.3 Must be demonstrated using several different voice actors using different cadences and speeds

2. Advanced animation:

2.1 Demonstrate ability to produce lifelike animation shots and scenes.

2.2 Demonstrate ability to produce shots using effective facial expressions, avatar movement, and lifelike qualities including use of non-human avatars.

2.3 Demonstrate mastery of frame rates, control over in-world obstacles such as lag, and use of animations without visible pose balls.

3. Advanced lighting:

3.1 Demonstrate ability to produce convincing set lighting in world.

3.2 Demonstrate ability to craft lighting to match mood called for in different script situations and genres (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics:

4.1 Demonstrate ability to produce complex edits using professional video editing tools (e.g. Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut Pro).

4.2 Demonstrate ability to produce complex motion graphics effects and titles.

4.3 Demonstrate effective incorporation of still images and consistent color management.

5. Advanced sound:

5.1 Demonstrate ability to control sound requirements on in-world sets.

5.2 Demonstrate ability to capture vocal dialog and do seamless overdubs to ensure consistent high quality sound.

5.3 Demonstrate the effective use of foley and effects sounds added as post.

5.4 Demonstrate the effective use of soundtrack music:

5.4.1 According to genre (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

5.4.2 Proper placement in scenes.

5.4.3 Proper mixing and equalization.

5.4.5 Proper use of spatial effects (e.g. doppler effects, distance, close up)

SL Cert - Intermediate Machinima

2010-01-09T22:09:33Z

Allison Selene: /* Advanced Level */

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[[Category:Certification]]

==Overview==

This is the criteria required for a person to become certified on Machinima for Second Life at the Intermediate level.

==Audience==

Mid-level professional animators and filmmakers who use Second Life to produce videos.

==Pre-requisites==

Basic Certification.

==Testing Criteria==

Intermediate Machinima:

1. Lip syncing

2. Advanced animation

3. Advanced lighting techniques

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics

5. Advanced sound (foley, soundtrack music, spatial audio)

All skills will be demonstrated as a combination of a theoretical (multiple-choice) test, practical application in-world, and a complete final video containing all required certification criteria. The video will be done according to a defined script.

==Intermediate Level==

Intermediate level certification candidates must demonstrate a mastery of the following topics:

1. Lip syncing:

1.1 Demonstrate ability to produce seamless lip synch animations to avatar speech.

1.2 Must be convincing on close up shots (e.g. head shots).

1.3 Must be demonstrated using several different voice actors using different cadences and speeds

2. Advanced animation:

2.1 Demonstrate ability to produce lifelike animation shots and scenes.

2.2 Demonstrate ability to produce shots using effective facial expressions, avatar movement, and lifelike qualities including use of non-human avatars.

2.3 Demonstrate mastery of frame rates, control over in-world obstacles such as lag, and use of animations without visible pose balls.

3. Advanced lighting:

3.1 Demonstrate ability to produce convincing set lighting in world.

3.2 Demonstrate ability to craft lighting to match mood called for in different script situations and genres (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics:

4.1 Demonstrate ability to produce complex edits using professional video editing tools (e.g. Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut Pro).

4.2 Demonstrate ability to produce complex motion graphics effects and titles.

4.3 Demonstrate effective incorporation of still images and consistent color management.

5. Advanced sound:

5.1 Demonstrate ability to control sound requirements on in-world sets.

5.2 Demonstrate ability to capture vocal dialog and do seamless overdubs to ensure consistent high quality sound.

5.3 Demonstrate the effective use of foley and effects sounds added as post.

5.4 Demonstrate the effective use of soundtrack music:

5.4.1 According to genre (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

5.4.2 Proper placement in scenes.

5.4.3 Proper mixing and equalization.

5.4.5 Proper use of spatial effects (e.g. doppler effects, distance, close up)

SL Cert - Intermediate Machinima

2010-01-09T22:08:53Z

Allison Selene: /* Pre-requisites */

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[[Category:Certification]]

==Overview==

This is the criteria required for a person to become certified on Machinima for Second Life at the Intermediate level.

==Audience==

Mid-level professional animators and filmmakers who use Second Life to produce videos.

==Pre-requisites==

Basic Certification.

==Testing Criteria==

Intermediate Machinima:

1. Lip syncing

2. Advanced animation

3. Advanced lighting techniques

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics

5. Advanced sound (foley, soundtrack music, spatial audio)

All skills will be demonstrated as a combination of a theoretical (multiple-choice) test, practical application in-world, and a complete final video containing all required certification criteria. The video will be done according to a defined script.

==Advanced Level==

Advanced level certification candidates must demonstrate a mastery of the following topics:

1. Lip syncing:

1.1 Demonstrate ability to produce seamless lip synch animations to avatar speech.

1.2 Must be convincing on close up shots (e.g. head shots).

1.3 Must be demonstrated using several different voice actors using different cadences and speeds

2. Advanced animation:

2.1 Demonstrate ability to produce lifelike animation shots and scenes.

2.2 Demonstrate ability to produce shots using effective facial expressions, avatar movement, and lifelike qualities including use of non-human avatars.

2.3 Demonstrate mastery of frame rates, control over in-world obstacles such as lag, and use of animations without visible pose balls.

3. Advanced lighting:

3.1 Demonstrate ability to produce convincing set lighting in world.

3.2 Demonstrate ability to craft lighting to match mood called for in different script situations and genres (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics:

4.1 Demonstrate ability to produce complex edits using professional video editing tools (e.g. Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut Pro).

4.2 Demonstrate ability to produce complex motion graphics effects and titles.

4.3 Demonstrate effective incorporation of still images and consistent color management.

5. Advanced sound:

5.1 Demonstrate ability to control sound requirements on in-world sets.

5.2 Demonstrate ability to capture vocal dialog and do seamless overdubs to ensure consistent high quality sound.

5.3 Demonstrate the effective use of foley and effects sounds added as post.

5.4 Demonstrate the effective use of soundtrack music:

5.4.1 According to genre (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

5.4.2 Proper placement in scenes.

5.4.3 Proper mixing and equalization.

5.4.5 Proper use of spatial effects (e.g. doppler effects, distance, close up)

SL Cert - Intermediate Machinima

2010-01-09T22:08:32Z

Allison Selene:

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

==Overview==

This is the criteria required for a person to become certified on Machinima for Second Life at the Intermediate level.

==Audience==

Mid-level professional animators and filmmakers who use Second Life to produce videos.

==Pre-requisites==

Beginner Certification.

==Testing Criteria==

Intermediate Machinima:

1. Lip syncing

2. Advanced animation

3. Advanced lighting techniques

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics

5. Advanced sound (foley, soundtrack music, spatial audio)

All skills will be demonstrated as a combination of a theoretical (multiple-choice) test, practical application in-world, and a complete final video containing all required certification criteria. The video will be done according to a defined script.

==Advanced Level==

Advanced level certification candidates must demonstrate a mastery of the following topics:

1. Lip syncing:

1.1 Demonstrate ability to produce seamless lip synch animations to avatar speech.

1.2 Must be convincing on close up shots (e.g. head shots).

1.3 Must be demonstrated using several different voice actors using different cadences and speeds

2. Advanced animation:

2.1 Demonstrate ability to produce lifelike animation shots and scenes.

2.2 Demonstrate ability to produce shots using effective facial expressions, avatar movement, and lifelike qualities including use of non-human avatars.

2.3 Demonstrate mastery of frame rates, control over in-world obstacles such as lag, and use of animations without visible pose balls.

3. Advanced lighting:

3.1 Demonstrate ability to produce convincing set lighting in world.

3.2 Demonstrate ability to craft lighting to match mood called for in different script situations and genres (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics:

4.1 Demonstrate ability to produce complex edits using professional video editing tools (e.g. Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut Pro).

4.2 Demonstrate ability to produce complex motion graphics effects and titles.

4.3 Demonstrate effective incorporation of still images and consistent color management.

5. Advanced sound:

5.1 Demonstrate ability to control sound requirements on in-world sets.

5.2 Demonstrate ability to capture vocal dialog and do seamless overdubs to ensure consistent high quality sound.

5.3 Demonstrate the effective use of foley and effects sounds added as post.

5.4 Demonstrate the effective use of soundtrack music:

5.4.1 According to genre (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

5.4.2 Proper placement in scenes.

5.4.3 Proper mixing and equalization.

5.4.5 Proper use of spatial effects (e.g. doppler effects, distance, close up)

SL Cert - Advanced Machinima

2010-01-09T22:06:44Z

Allison Selene: /* Advanced Level */

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[[Category:Certification]]

==Overview==

This is the criteria required for a person to become certified on Machinima for Second Life on the advanced level.

==Audience==

High end professional animators and filmmakers who use Second Life to produce videos.

==Pre-requisites==

Intermediate Certification.

==Testing Criteria==

Advanced Machinima:

1. Lip syncing

2. Advanced animation

3. Advanced lighting techniques

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics

5. Advanced sound (foley, soundtrack music, spatial audio)

All skills will be demonstrated as a combination of a theoretical (multiple-choice) test, practical application in-world, and a complete final video containing all required certification criteria. The video will be done according to a defined script.

==Advanced Level==

Advanced level certification candidates must demonstrate a mastery of the following topics:

1. Lip syncing:

1.1 Demonstrate ability to produce seamless lip synch animations to avatar speech.

1.2 Must be convincing on close up shots (e.g. head shots).

1.3 Must be demonstrated using several different voice actors using different cadences and speeds

2. Advanced animation:

2.1 Demonstrate ability to produce lifelike animation shots and scenes.

2.2 Demonstrate ability to produce shots using effective facial expressions, avatar movement, and lifelike qualities including use of non-human avatars.

2.3 Demonstrate mastery of frame rates, control over in-world obstacles such as lag, and use of animations without visible pose balls.

3. Advanced lighting:

3.1 Demonstrate ability to produce convincing set lighting in world.

3.2 Demonstrate ability to craft lighting to match mood called for in different script situations and genres (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics:

4.1 Demonstrate ability to produce complex edits using professional video editing tools (e.g. Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut Pro).

4.2 Demonstrate ability to produce complex motion graphics effects and titles.

4.3 Demonstrate effective incorporation of still images and consistent color management.

5. Advanced sound:

5.1 Demonstrate ability to control sound requirements on in-world sets.

5.2 Demonstrate ability to capture vocal dialog and do seamless overdubs to ensure consistent high quality sound.

5.3 Demonstrate the effective use of foley and effects sounds added as post.

5.4 Demonstrate the effective use of soundtrack music:

5.4.1 According to genre (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

5.4.2 Proper placement in scenes.

5.4.3 Proper mixing and equalization.

5.4.5 Proper use of spatial effects (e.g. doppler effects, distance, close up)

SL Cert - Advanced Machinima

2010-01-09T22:06:24Z

Allison Selene: /* Advanced Level */

SL Cert - Advanced Machinima

2010-01-09T22:04:04Z

Allison Selene:

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

==Overview==

This is the criteria required for a person to become certified on Machinima for Second Life on the advanced level.

==Audience==

High end professional animators and filmmakers who use Second Life to produce videos.

==Pre-requisites==

Intermediate Certification.

==Testing Criteria==

Advanced Machinima:

1. Lip syncing

2. Advanced animation

3. Advanced lighting techniques

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics

5. Advanced sound (foley, soundtrack music, spatial audio)

All skills will be demonstrated as a combination of a theoretical (multiple-choice) test, practical application in-world, and a complete final video containing all required certification criteria. The video will be done according to a defined script.

==Advanced Level==

Advanced level certification candidates must demonstrate a mastery of the following topics:

1. Lip syncing

1.1 Demonstrate ability to produce seamless lip synch animations to avatar speech.

1.2 Must be convincing on close up shots (e.g. head shots).

1.3 Must be demonstrated using several different voice actors using different cadences and speeds

2. Advanced animation

2.1 Demonstrate ability to produce lifelike animation shots and scenes.

2.2 Demonstrate ability to produce shots using effective facial expressions, avatar movement, and lifelike qualities including use of non-human avatars.

2.3 Demonstrate mastery of frame rates, control over in-world obstacles such as lag, and use of animations without visible pose balls.

3. Advanced lighting

3.1 Demonstrate ability to produce convincing set lighting in world.

3.2 Demonstrate ability to craft lighting to match mood called for in different script situations and genres (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

4. Advanced editing and motion graphics

4.1 Demonstrate ability to produce complex edits using professional video editing tools (e.g. Adobe Premiere, Apple Final Cut Pro).

4.2 Demonstrate ability to produce complex motion graphics effects and titles.

4.3 Demonstrate effective incorporation of still images and consistent color management.

5. Advanced sound

5.1 Demonstrate ability to control sound requirements on in-world sets.

5.2 Demonstrate ability to capture vocal dialog and do seamless overdubs to ensure consistent high quality sound.

5.3 Demonstrate the effective use of foley and effects sounds added as post.

5.4 Demonstrate the effective use of soundtrack music:

5.4.1 According to genre (e.g. training, romance, sci-fi, horror, comedy).

5.4.2 Proper placement in scenes.

5.4.3 Proper mixing and equalization.

5.4.5 Proper use of spatial effects (e.g. doppler effects, distance, close up)

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2009-11-21T02:07:34Z

Allison Selene: /* Content delivery */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

=Machinima professional certification for Second Life=

== Purpose ==

The purpose of this document is to maintain a list of essential skills and tools that are required to successfully create Machinima projects within the Second Life platform.

==Definition==

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

= Skills Overview =

Overall certification requires a demonstrated understanding of pre-production skills, production skills, and post-production skills. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life.

==Pre-production:==

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project ''before'' filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

==Production:==

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering
* Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

==Post-production==

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

= Levels =

There are three levels of certification possible:

==Level One - Basic==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level One Criteria===

* Demonstrate the basic skills necessary to produce short machinima. This level will not include lip-synching.
* Output types: music videos, video tutorials, non-lip sync audio

==Level Two - Intermediate==

===Pre-requisites===

Level one certification.

===Level Two Criteria===

(in development)

==Level Three- Advanced==

===Pre-requisites===

Level two certification.

===Level Three Criteria===

(in development)

= Software skills =

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate.

==Second Life client==

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

==Video and graphics editors==

* iMovie
* Final Cut Pro
* Color
* Compressor
* Motion
* Shake
* Premiere
* After Effects
* Photoshop
* Gimp
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas

==Audio editors==

* GarageBand
* Pro Tools
* Logic
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundtrack Pro
* Audacity

==Plugins==

* Boris
* GenArts Sapphire
* Magic Bullet

==Video and audio capture tools==

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

==Content delivery==

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* DVD Studio Pro

This list will be amended as new tools come to market.

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

= Technology skills=

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

=Testing=

All levels will have the following test components

==Written==

The written test component will demonstrate theoretical knowledge and mastery of the machinima topic area.

==Lab==

The lab test component will consist of a finished project which incorporates all aspects of the machinima skills set.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2009-11-21T02:07:04Z

Allison Selene: /* Content delivery */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

=Machinima professional certification for Second Life=

== Purpose ==

The purpose of this document is to maintain a list of essential skills and tools that are required to successfully create Machinima projects within the Second Life platform.

==Definition==

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

= Skills Overview =

Overall certification requires a demonstrated understanding of pre-production skills, production skills, and post-production skills. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life.

==Pre-production:==

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project ''before'' filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

==Production:==

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering
* Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

==Post-production==

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

= Levels =

There are three levels of certification possible:

==Level One - Basic==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level One Criteria===

* Demonstrate the basic skills necessary to produce short machinima. This level will not include lip-synching.
* Output types: music videos, video tutorials, non-lip sync audio

==Level Two - Intermediate==

===Pre-requisites===

Level one certification.

===Level Two Criteria===

(in development)

==Level Three- Advanced==

===Pre-requisites===

Level two certification.

===Level Three Criteria===

(in development)

= Software skills =

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate.

==Second Life client==

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

==Video and graphics editors==

* iMovie
* Final Cut Pro
* Color
* Compressor
* Motion
* Shake
* Premiere
* After Effects
* Photoshop
* Gimp
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas

==Audio editors==

* GarageBand
* Pro Tools
* Logic
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundtrack Pro
* Audacity

==Plugins==

* Boris
* GenArts Sapphire
* Magic Bullet

==Video and audio capture tools==

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

==Content delivery==

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* DVD Studio Pro

This list may be amended as new tools come to market.

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

= Technology skills=

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

=Testing=

All levels will have the following test components

==Written==

The written test component will demonstrate theoretical knowledge and mastery of the machinima topic area.

==Lab==

The lab test component will consist of a finished project which incorporates all aspects of the machinima skills set.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2009-11-14T20:07:47Z

Allison Selene: /* Pre-requisites */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

=Machinima professional certification for Second Life=

== Purpose ==

The purpose of this document is to maintain a list of essential skills and tools that are required to successfully create Machinima projects within the Second Life platform.

==Definition==

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

= Skills Overview =

Overall certification requires a demonstrated understanding of pre-production skills, production skills, and post-production skills. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life.

==Pre-production:==

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project ''before'' filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

==Production:==

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering
* Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

==Post-production==

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

= Levels =

There are three levels of certification possible:

==Level One - Basic==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level One Criteria===

* Demonstrate the basic skills necessary to produce short machinima. This level will not include lip-synching.
* Output types: music videos, video tutorials, non-lip sync audio

==Level Two - Intermediate==

===Pre-requisites===

Level one certification.

===Level Two Criteria===

(in development)

==Level Three- Advanced==

===Pre-requisites===

Level two certification.

===Level Three Criteria===

(in development)

= Software skills =

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate.

==Second Life client==

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

==Video and graphics editors==

* iMovie
* Final Cut Pro
* Color
* Compressor
* Motion
* Shake
* Premiere
* After Effects
* Photoshop
* Gimp
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas

==Audio editors==

* GarageBand
* Pro Tools
* Logic
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundtrack Pro
* Audacity

==Plugins==

* Boris
* GenArts Sapphire
* Magic Bullet

==Video and audio capture tools==

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

==Content delivery==

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* Silverlight
* DVD Studio Pro

This list may be amended as new tools come to market.

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

= Technology skills=

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

=Testing=

All levels will have the following test components

==Written==

The written test component will demonstrate theoretical knowledge and mastery of the machinima topic area.

==Lab==

The lab test component will consist of a finished project which incorporates all aspects of the machinima skills set.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2009-11-14T20:07:10Z

Allison Selene: /* Pre-requisites */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

=Machinima professional certification for Second Life=

== Purpose ==

The purpose of this document is to maintain a list of essential skills and tools that are required to successfully create Machinima projects within the Second Life platform.

==Definition==

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

= Skills Overview =

Overall certification requires a demonstrated understanding of pre-production skills, production skills, and post-production skills. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life.

==Pre-production:==

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project ''before'' filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

==Production:==

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering
* Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

==Post-production==

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

= Levels =

There are three levels of certification possible:

==Level One - Basic==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level One Criteria===

* Demonstrate the basic skills necessary to produce short machinima. This level will not include lip-synching.
* Output types: music videos, video tutorials, non-lip sync audio

==Level Two - Intermediate==

===Pre-requisites===

Level one certification.

===Level Two Criteria===

(in development)

==Level Three- Advanced==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level Three Criteria===

(in development)

= Software skills =

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate.

==Second Life client==

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

==Video and graphics editors==

* iMovie
* Final Cut Pro
* Color
* Compressor
* Motion
* Shake
* Premiere
* After Effects
* Photoshop
* Gimp
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas

==Audio editors==

* GarageBand
* Pro Tools
* Logic
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundtrack Pro
* Audacity

==Plugins==

* Boris
* GenArts Sapphire
* Magic Bullet

==Video and audio capture tools==

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

==Content delivery==

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* Silverlight
* DVD Studio Pro

This list may be amended as new tools come to market.

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

= Technology skills=

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

=Testing=

All levels will have the following test components

==Written==

The written test component will demonstrate theoretical knowledge and mastery of the machinima topic area.

==Lab==

The lab test component will consist of a finished project which incorporates all aspects of the machinima skills set.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2009-11-14T19:37:49Z

Allison Selene: /* Software skills */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

=Machinima professional certification for Second Life=

== Purpose ==

The purpose of this document is to maintain a list of essential skills and tools that are required to successfully create Machinima projects within the Second Life platform.

==Definition==

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

= Skills Overview =

Overall certification requires a demonstrated understanding of pre-production skills, production skills, and post-production skills. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life.

==Pre-production:==

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project ''before'' filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

==Production:==

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering
* Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

==Post-production==

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

= Levels =

There are three levels of certification possible:

==Level One - Basic==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level One Criteria===

* Demonstrate the basic skills necessary to produce short machinima. This level will not include lip-synching.
* Output types: music videos, video tutorials, non-lip sync audio

==Level Two - Intermediate==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level Two Criteria===

(in development)

==Level Three- Advanced==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level Three Criteria===

(in development)

= Software skills =

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate.

==Second Life client==

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

==Video and graphics editors==

* iMovie
* Final Cut Pro
* Color
* Compressor
* Motion
* Shake
* Premiere
* After Effects
* Photoshop
* Gimp
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas

==Audio editors==

* GarageBand
* Pro Tools
* Logic
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundtrack Pro
* Audacity

==Plugins==

* Boris
* GenArts Sapphire
* Magic Bullet

==Video and audio capture tools==

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

==Content delivery==

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* Silverlight
* DVD Studio Pro

This list may be amended as new tools come to market.

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

= Technology skills=

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

=Testing=

All levels will have the following test components

==Written==

The written test component will demonstrate theoretical knowledge and mastery of the machinima topic area.

==Lab==

The lab test component will consist of a finished project which incorporates all aspects of the machinima skills set.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2009-11-14T19:37:01Z

Allison Selene: /* Software skills */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

=Machinima professional certification for Second Life=

== Purpose ==

The purpose of this document is to maintain a list of essential skills and tools that are required to successfully create Machinima projects within the Second Life platform.

==Definition==

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

= Skills Overview =

Overall certification requires a demonstrated understanding of pre-production skills, production skills, and post-production skills. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life.

==Pre-production:==

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project ''before'' filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

==Production:==

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering
* Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

==Post-production==

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

= Levels =

There are three levels of certification possible:

==Level One - Basic==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level One Criteria===

* Demonstrate the basic skills necessary to produce short machinima. This level will not include lip-synching.
* Output types: music videos, video tutorials, non-lip sync audio

==Level Two - Intermediate==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level Two Criteria===

(in development)

==Level Three- Advanced==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level Three Criteria===

(in development)

= Software skills =

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima.

==Second Life client==

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate.

==Video and graphics editors==

* iMovie
* Final Cut Pro
* Color
* Compressor
* Motion
* Shake
* Premiere
* After Effects
* Photoshop
* Gimp
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas

==Audio editors==

* GarageBand
* Pro Tools
* Logic
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundtrack Pro
* Audacity

==Plugins==

* Boris
* GenArts Sapphire
* Magic Bullet

==Video and audio capture tools==

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

==Content delivery==

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* Silverlight
* DVD Studio Pro

This list may be amended as new tools come to market.

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

= Technology skills=

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

=Testing=

All levels will have the following test components

==Written==

The written test component will demonstrate theoretical knowledge and mastery of the machinima topic area.

==Lab==

The lab test component will consist of a finished project which incorporates all aspects of the machinima skills set.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2009-11-14T19:35:23Z

Allison Selene: /* Level One */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

=Machinima professional certification for Second Life=

== Purpose ==

The purpose of this document is to maintain a list of essential skills and tools that are required to successfully create Machinima projects within the Second Life platform.

==Definition==

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

= Skills Overview =

Overall certification requires a demonstrated understanding of pre-production skills, production skills, and post-production skills. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life.

==Pre-production:==

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project ''before'' filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

==Production:==

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering
* Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

==Post-production==

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

= Levels =

There are three levels of certification possible:

==Level One - Basic==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level One Criteria===

* Demonstrate the basic skills necessary to produce short machinima. This level will not include lip-synching.
* Output types: music videos, video tutorials, non-lip sync audio

==Level Two - Intermediate==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level Two Criteria===

(in development)

==Level Three- Advanced==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level Three Criteria===

(in development)

= Software skills =

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. This includes:

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate.

==Video and graphics editors==

* iMovie
* Final Cut Pro
* Color
* Compressor
* Motion
* Shake
* Premiere
* After Effects
* Photoshop
* Gimp
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas

==Audio editors==

* GarageBand
* Pro Tools
* Logic
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundtrack Pro
* Audacity

==Plugins==

* Boris
* GenArts Sapphire
* Magic Bullet

==Video and audio capture tools==

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

==Content delivery==

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* Silverlight
* DVD Studio Pro

This list may be amended as new tools come to market.

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

= Technology skills=

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

=Testing=

All levels will have the following test components

==Written==

The written test component will demonstrate theoretical knowledge and mastery of the machinima topic area.

==Lab==

The lab test component will consist of a finished project which incorporates all aspects of the machinima skills set.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2009-11-14T19:34:43Z

Allison Selene: /* Levels */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

=Machinima professional certification for Second Life=

== Purpose ==

The purpose of this document is to maintain a list of essential skills and tools that are required to successfully create Machinima projects within the Second Life platform.

==Definition==

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

= Skills Overview =

Overall certification requires a demonstrated understanding of pre-production skills, production skills, and post-production skills. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life.

==Pre-production:==

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project ''before'' filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

==Production:==

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering
* Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

==Post-production==

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

= Levels =

There are three levels of certification possible:

==Level One==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level One Criteria===

* Demonstrate the basic skills necessary to produce short machinima. This level will not include lip-synching.
* Output types: music videos, video tutorials, non-lip sync audio

==Level Two - Intermediate==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level Two Criteria===

(in development)

==Level Three- Advanced==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level Three Criteria===

(in development)

= Software skills =

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. This includes:

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate.

==Video and graphics editors==

* iMovie
* Final Cut Pro
* Color
* Compressor
* Motion
* Shake
* Premiere
* After Effects
* Photoshop
* Gimp
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas

==Audio editors==

* GarageBand
* Pro Tools
* Logic
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundtrack Pro
* Audacity

==Plugins==

* Boris
* GenArts Sapphire
* Magic Bullet

==Video and audio capture tools==

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

==Content delivery==

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* Silverlight
* DVD Studio Pro

This list may be amended as new tools come to market.

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

= Technology skills=

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

=Testing=

All levels will have the following test components

==Written==

The written test component will demonstrate theoretical knowledge and mastery of the machinima topic area.

==Lab==

The lab test component will consist of a finished project which incorporates all aspects of the machinima skills set.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2009-11-14T18:05:36Z

Allison Selene: /* Skills Overview */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

=Machinima professional certification for Second Life=

== Purpose ==

The purpose of this document is to maintain a list of essential skills and tools that are required to successfully create Machinima projects within the Second Life platform.

==Definition==

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

= Skills Overview =

Overall certification requires a demonstrated understanding of pre-production skills, production skills, and post-production skills. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life.

==Pre-production:==

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project ''before'' filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

==Production:==

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering
* Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

==Post-production==

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

= Levels =

There are three levels of certification possible:

==Level One==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level One Criteria===

* Demonstrate the basic skills necessary to produce short machinima. This level will not include lip-synching.
* Output types: music videos, video tutorials, non-lip sync audio

==Level Two==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level Two Criteria===

(in development)

==Level Three==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level Three Criteria===

(in development)

= Software skills =

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. This includes:

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate.

==Video and graphics editors==

* iMovie
* Final Cut Pro
* Color
* Compressor
* Motion
* Shake
* Premiere
* After Effects
* Photoshop
* Gimp
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas

==Audio editors==

* GarageBand
* Pro Tools
* Logic
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundtrack Pro
* Audacity

==Plugins==

* Boris
* GenArts Sapphire
* Magic Bullet

==Video and audio capture tools==

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

==Content delivery==

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* Silverlight
* DVD Studio Pro

This list may be amended as new tools come to market.

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

= Technology skills=

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

=Testing=

All levels will have the following test components

==Written==

The written test component will demonstrate theoretical knowledge and mastery of the machinima topic area.

==Lab==

The lab test component will consist of a finished project which incorporates all aspects of the machinima skills set.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2009-11-14T18:04:08Z

Allison Selene: /* Level One Criteria */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

=Machinima professional certification for Second Life=

== Purpose ==

The purpose of this document is to maintain a list of essential skills and tools that are required to successfully create Machinima projects within the Second Life platform.

==Definition==

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

= Skills Overview =

Overall certification should require the basic understanding of pre-production requirements, production requirements, and post-production requirements. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life.

==Pre-production:==

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project ''before'' filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

==Production:==

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering
* Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

==Post-production==

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

= Levels =

There are three levels of certification possible:

==Level One==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level One Criteria===

* Demonstrate the basic skills necessary to produce short machinima. This level will not include lip-synching.
* Output types: music videos, video tutorials, non-lip sync audio

==Level Two==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level Two Criteria===

(in development)

==Level Three==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level Three Criteria===

(in development)

= Software skills =

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. This includes:

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate.

==Video and graphics editors==

* iMovie
* Final Cut Pro
* Color
* Compressor
* Motion
* Shake
* Premiere
* After Effects
* Photoshop
* Gimp
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas

==Audio editors==

* GarageBand
* Pro Tools
* Logic
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundtrack Pro
* Audacity

==Plugins==

* Boris
* GenArts Sapphire
* Magic Bullet

==Video and audio capture tools==

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

==Content delivery==

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* Silverlight
* DVD Studio Pro

This list may be amended as new tools come to market.

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

= Technology skills=

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

=Testing=

All levels will have the following test components

==Written==

The written test component will demonstrate theoretical knowledge and mastery of the machinima topic area.

==Lab==

The lab test component will consist of a finished project which incorporates all aspects of the machinima skills set.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2009-11-14T18:03:42Z

Allison Selene: /* Level Three */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

=Machinima professional certification for Second Life=

== Purpose ==

The purpose of this document is to maintain a list of essential skills and tools that are required to successfully create Machinima projects within the Second Life platform.

==Definition==

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

= Skills Overview =

Overall certification should require the basic understanding of pre-production requirements, production requirements, and post-production requirements. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life.

==Pre-production:==

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project ''before'' filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

==Production:==

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering
* Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

==Post-production==

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

= Levels =

There are three levels of certification possible:

==Level One==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level One Criteria===

* Demonstrate the basic skills necessary to produce short machinima. This level will not include lip-synching.
* Output types: music videos, video tutorials, non-lip sync audio

==Level Two==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level One Criteria===

(in development)

==Level Three==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level Three Criteria===

(in development)

= Software skills =

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. This includes:

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate.

==Video and graphics editors==

* iMovie
* Final Cut Pro
* Color
* Compressor
* Motion
* Shake
* Premiere
* After Effects
* Photoshop
* Gimp
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas

==Audio editors==

* GarageBand
* Pro Tools
* Logic
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundtrack Pro
* Audacity

==Plugins==

* Boris
* GenArts Sapphire
* Magic Bullet

==Video and audio capture tools==

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

==Content delivery==

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* Silverlight
* DVD Studio Pro

This list may be amended as new tools come to market.

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

= Technology skills=

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

=Testing=

All levels will have the following test components

==Written==

The written test component will demonstrate theoretical knowledge and mastery of the machinima topic area.

==Lab==

The lab test component will consist of a finished project which incorporates all aspects of the machinima skills set.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2009-11-14T18:02:58Z

Allison Selene: /* Level Three */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

=Machinima professional certification for Second Life=

== Purpose ==

The purpose of this document is to maintain a list of essential skills and tools that are required to successfully create Machinima projects within the Second Life platform.

==Definition==

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

= Skills Overview =

Overall certification should require the basic understanding of pre-production requirements, production requirements, and post-production requirements. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life.

==Pre-production:==

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project ''before'' filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

==Production:==

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering
* Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

==Post-production==

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

= Levels =

There are three levels of certification possible:

==Level One==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level One Criteria===

* Demonstrate the basic skills necessary to produce short machinima. This level will not include lip-synching.
* Output types: music videos, video tutorials, non-lip sync audio

==Level Two==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level One Criteria===

(in development)

==Level Three==

(===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level One Criteria===

(in development)

= Software skills =

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. This includes:

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate.

==Video and graphics editors==

* iMovie
* Final Cut Pro
* Color
* Compressor
* Motion
* Shake
* Premiere
* After Effects
* Photoshop
* Gimp
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas

==Audio editors==

* GarageBand
* Pro Tools
* Logic
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundtrack Pro
* Audacity

==Plugins==

* Boris
* GenArts Sapphire
* Magic Bullet

==Video and audio capture tools==

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

==Content delivery==

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* Silverlight
* DVD Studio Pro

This list may be amended as new tools come to market.

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

= Technology skills=

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

=Testing=

All levels will have the following test components

==Written==

The written test component will demonstrate theoretical knowledge and mastery of the machinima topic area.

==Lab==

The lab test component will consist of a finished project which incorporates all aspects of the machinima skills set.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2009-11-14T18:02:11Z

Allison Selene: /* Level Two */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

=Machinima professional certification for Second Life=

== Purpose ==

The purpose of this document is to maintain a list of essential skills and tools that are required to successfully create Machinima projects within the Second Life platform.

==Definition==

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

= Skills Overview =

Overall certification should require the basic understanding of pre-production requirements, production requirements, and post-production requirements. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life.

==Pre-production:==

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project ''before'' filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

==Production:==

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering
* Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

==Post-production==

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

= Levels =

There are three levels of certification possible:

==Level One==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level One Criteria===

* Demonstrate the basic skills necessary to produce short machinima. This level will not include lip-synching.
* Output types: music videos, video tutorials, non-lip sync audio

==Level Two==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level One Criteria===

(in development)

==Level Three==

(in development)

= Software skills =

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. This includes:

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate.

==Video and graphics editors==

* iMovie
* Final Cut Pro
* Color
* Compressor
* Motion
* Shake
* Premiere
* After Effects
* Photoshop
* Gimp
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas

==Audio editors==

* GarageBand
* Pro Tools
* Logic
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundtrack Pro
* Audacity

==Plugins==

* Boris
* GenArts Sapphire
* Magic Bullet

==Video and audio capture tools==

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

==Content delivery==

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* Silverlight
* DVD Studio Pro

This list may be amended as new tools come to market.

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

= Technology skills=

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

=Testing=

All levels will have the following test components

==Written==

The written test component will demonstrate theoretical knowledge and mastery of the machinima topic area.

==Lab==

The lab test component will consist of a finished project which incorporates all aspects of the machinima skills set.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2009-11-14T18:01:36Z

Allison Selene: /* Level One */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

=Machinima professional certification for Second Life=

== Purpose ==

The purpose of this document is to maintain a list of essential skills and tools that are required to successfully create Machinima projects within the Second Life platform.

==Definition==

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

= Skills Overview =

Overall certification should require the basic understanding of pre-production requirements, production requirements, and post-production requirements. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life.

==Pre-production:==

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project ''before'' filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

==Production:==

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering
* Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

==Post-production==

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

= Levels =

There are three levels of certification possible:

==Level One==

===Pre-requisites===

(in development)

===Level One Criteria===

* Demonstrate the basic skills necessary to produce short machinima. This level will not include lip-synching.
* Output types: music videos, video tutorials, non-lip sync audio

==Level Two==

(in development)

==Level Three==

(in development)

= Software skills =

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. This includes:

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate.

==Video and graphics editors==

* iMovie
* Final Cut Pro
* Color
* Compressor
* Motion
* Shake
* Premiere
* After Effects
* Photoshop
* Gimp
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas

==Audio editors==

* GarageBand
* Pro Tools
* Logic
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundtrack Pro
* Audacity

==Plugins==

* Boris
* GenArts Sapphire
* Magic Bullet

==Video and audio capture tools==

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

==Content delivery==

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* Silverlight
* DVD Studio Pro

This list may be amended as new tools come to market.

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

= Technology skills=

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

=Testing=

All levels will have the following test components

==Written==

The written test component will demonstrate theoretical knowledge and mastery of the machinima topic area.

==Lab==

The lab test component will consist of a finished project which incorporates all aspects of the machinima skills set.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2009-11-14T17:56:22Z

Allison Selene: /* Skills Overview */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

=Machinima professional certification for Second Life=

== Purpose ==

The purpose of this document is to maintain a list of essential skills and tools that are required to successfully create Machinima projects within the Second Life platform.

==Definition==

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

= Skills Overview =

Overall certification should require the basic understanding of pre-production requirements, production requirements, and post-production requirements. These include the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life.

==Pre-production:==

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project ''before'' filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

==Production:==

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering
* Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

==Post-production==

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, streaming, DVD, mobile).

= Levels =

There are three levels of certification possible:

==Level One==

Demonstrate the basic skills necessary to produce short machinima. This level will not include lip-synching.

==Level Two==

(in development)

==Level Three==

(in development)

= Software skills =

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. This includes:

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate.

==Video and graphics editors==

* iMovie
* Final Cut Pro
* Color
* Compressor
* Motion
* Shake
* Premiere
* After Effects
* Photoshop
* Gimp
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas

==Audio editors==

* GarageBand
* Pro Tools
* Logic
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundtrack Pro
* Audacity

==Plugins==

* Boris
* GenArts Sapphire
* Magic Bullet

==Video and audio capture tools==

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

==Content delivery==

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* Silverlight
* DVD Studio Pro

This list may be amended as new tools come to market.

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

= Technology skills=

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

=Testing=

All levels will have the following test components

==Written==

The written test component will demonstrate theoretical knowledge and mastery of the machinima topic area.

==Lab==

The lab test component will consist of a finished project which incorporates all aspects of the machinima skills set.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2009-11-14T17:54:23Z

Allison Selene: /* Software skills */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

=Machinima professional certification for Second Life=

== Purpose ==

The purpose of this document is to maintain a list of essential skills and tools that are required to successfully create Machinima projects within the Second Life platform.

==Definition==

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

= Skills Overview =

Overall certification should require the basic understanding of pre-production requirements, production requirements, and post-production requirements. These include, but are not necessarily limited to, the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life.

==Pre-production:==

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project ''before'' filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

==Production:==

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering
* Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

==Post-production==

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, DVD, mobile).

= Levels =

There are three levels of certification possible:

==Level One==

Demonstrate the basic skills necessary to produce short machinima. This level will not include lip-synching.

==Level Two==

(in development)

==Level Three==

(in development)

= Software skills =

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. This includes:

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate.

==Video and graphics editors==

* iMovie
* Final Cut Pro
* Color
* Compressor
* Motion
* Shake
* Premiere
* After Effects
* Photoshop
* Gimp
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas

==Audio editors==

* GarageBand
* Pro Tools
* Logic
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundtrack Pro
* Audacity

==Plugins==

* Boris
* GenArts Sapphire
* Magic Bullet

==Video and audio capture tools==

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

==Content delivery==

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* Silverlight
* DVD Studio Pro

This list may be amended as new tools come to market.

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

= Technology skills=

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

=Testing=

All levels will have the following test components

==Written==

The written test component will demonstrate theoretical knowledge and mastery of the machinima topic area.

==Lab==

The lab test component will consist of a finished project which incorporates all aspects of the machinima skills set.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2009-11-14T17:53:57Z

Allison Selene: /* Software skills */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

=Machinima professional certification for Second Life=

== Purpose ==

The purpose of this document is to maintain a list of essential skills and tools that are required to successfully create Machinima projects within the Second Life platform.

==Definition==

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

= Skills Overview =

Overall certification should require the basic understanding of pre-production requirements, production requirements, and post-production requirements. These include, but are not necessarily limited to, the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life.

==Pre-production:==

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project ''before'' filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

==Production:==

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering
* Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

==Post-production==

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, DVD, mobile).

= Levels =

There are three levels of certification possible:

==Level One==

Demonstrate the basic skills necessary to produce short machinima. This level will not include lip-synching.

==Level Two==

(in development)

==Level Three==

(in development)

= Software skills =

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to Machinima. This includes:

* Use of built-in recording capabilities
* Screen snaps
* Camera usage
* Camera controls
* Environment and local lighting
* Audio
* In world text usage or removal
* Techniques for including or excluding HUD's and various UI components (blue pop-ups, name titles, chat bubbles)

Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate.

==Video and graphics editors==

* iMovie
* Final Cut Pro
* Color
* Compressor
* Motion
* Shake
* Premiere
* After Effects
* Photoshop
* Gimp
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas

==Audio editors==

* GarageBand
* Pro Tools
* Logic
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundtrack Pro
* Audacity

==Plugins==

* Boris
* GenArts Sapphire
* Magic Bullet

==Video and audio capture tools==

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

==Content delivery==

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* Silverlight
* DVD Studio Pro

This list may be amended as new tools come to market.

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

= Technology skills=

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

=Testing=

All levels will have the following test components

==Written==

The written test component will demonstrate theoretical knowledge and mastery of the machinima topic area.

==Lab==

The lab test component will consist of a finished project which incorporates all aspects of the machinima skills set.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2009-11-14T17:49:58Z

Allison Selene: /* Post-production */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

=Machinima professional certification for Second Life=

== Purpose ==

The purpose of this document is to maintain a list of essential skills and tools that are required to successfully create Machinima projects within the Second Life platform.

==Definition==

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

= Skills Overview =

Overall certification should require the basic understanding of pre-production requirements, production requirements, and post-production requirements. These include, but are not necessarily limited to, the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life.

==Pre-production:==

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project ''before'' filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

==Production:==

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering
* Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

==Post-production==

All skills required to edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include:

* Video editing techniques and software
* Audio post production
* Motion graphics
* Titling
* File types and formats
* Distribution options (web, DVD, mobile).

= Levels =

There are three levels of certification possible:

==Level One==

Demonstrate the basic skills necessary to produce short machinima. This level will not include lip-synching.

==Level Two==

(in development)

==Level Three==

(in development)

= Software skills =

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to the area of machinima. This includes use of built-in recording capabilities, screen snaps, camera usage, camera controls, environment and local lighting, audio, in world text usage or removal, how to include or exclude HUD's and the UI.

Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate.

==Video and graphics editors==

* iMovie
* Final Cut Pro
* Color
* Compressor
* Motion
* Shake
* Premiere
* After Effects
* Photoshop
* Gimp
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas

==Audio editors==

* GarageBand
* Pro Tools
* Logic
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundtrack Pro
* Audacity

==Plugins==

* Boris
* GenArts Sapphire
* Magic Bullet

==Video and audio capture tools==

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

==Content delivery==

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* Silverlight
* DVD Studio Pro

This list may be amended as new tools come to market.

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

= Technology skills=

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

=Testing=

All levels will have the following test components

==Written==

The written test component will demonstrate theoretical knowledge and mastery of the machinima topic area.

==Lab==

The lab test component will consist of a finished project which incorporates all aspects of the machinima skills set.

SL Cert - Basic Machinima

2009-11-14T17:47:33Z

Allison Selene: /* Pre-production: */

{{SLCert Navbox}}
[[Category:Certification]]

=Machinima professional certification for Second Life=

== Purpose ==

The purpose of this document is to maintain a list of essential skills and tools that are required to successfully create Machinima projects within the Second Life platform.

==Definition==

According to[Wikipedia [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Machinima], Machinima is defined as:

"''Machinima (pronounced /məˈʃiːnɨmə/ or /məˈʃɪnɨmə/) is the use of real-time three-dimensional (3-D) graphics rendering engines to generate computer animation. The term also refers to works that incorporate this animation technique''"

==Audience==

This document is intended for anyone who is seeking professional level certification for complete end-to-end Machinima production on the Second Life platform.

= Skills Overview =

Overall certification should require the basic understanding of pre-production requirements, production requirements, and post-production requirements. These include, but are not necessarily limited to, the use of camera techniques, recording techniques, and broadcasting in Second Life.

==Pre-production:==

All skills required to prepare for a Machinima project ''before'' filming starts. These include:

* Storyboarding
* Location settings
* Scripts (as in "film scripts")
* Actor preparations
* Costumes
* Licensing arrangements

==Production:==

All skills required during the filming the project. These include

* Shooting scripts
* Direction
* Voice and audio recording
* Lip synch
* Lighting
* Puppeteering
* Animation
* Special effects (in world)
* Camera skills
* Frame rate utilization
* FPS and codecs
* File management
* Still imaging

==Post-production==

all those skills required to actually edit and release the final film for end user viewing. These include, video editing techniques and software, audio post, motion graphics, titling, file types, distribution options (web, DVD, etc.) and such.

(Links to topics which can be found in this wiki will be added)

= Levels =

There are three levels of certification possible:

==Level One==

Demonstrate the basic skills necessary to produce short machinima. This level will not include lip-synching.

==Level Two==

(in development)

==Level Three==

(in development)

= Software skills =

The primary software package that will be required is the Second Life viewer and all the features related to the area of machinima. This includes use of built-in recording capabilities, screen snaps, camera usage, camera controls, environment and local lighting, audio, in world text usage or removal, how to include or exclude HUD's and the UI.

Software skills that are part of the certification are mainly centered around professional applications for capture, editing, post processing, and delivery of content. Open source applications are included where appropriate.

==Video and graphics editors==

* iMovie
* Final Cut Pro
* Color
* Compressor
* Motion
* Shake
* Premiere
* After Effects
* Photoshop
* Gimp
* Quicktime
* Avid
* Cinelerra (Linux)
* Pinnacle Studio
* Sony Vegas

==Audio editors==

* GarageBand
* Pro Tools
* Logic
* Cubase
* Neundo
* Digital Performer
* Peak
* Sonar
* Soundtrack Pro
* Audacity

==Plugins==

* Boris
* GenArts Sapphire
* Magic Bullet

==Video and audio capture tools==

* Fraps
* Camtasia
* HyperCam
* Snapz Pro X
* iShowU
* ScreenFlow
* glc (Linux)
* WireTap Studio

==Content delivery==

* YouTube
* Vimeo
* blip.tv
* Flash
* Dreamweaver
* Silverlight
* DVD Studio Pro

This list may be amended as new tools come to market.

External certifications that are considered part of this topic include: Apple Pro Certification (Final Cut Studio, Logic Studio, Aperture), Adobe Certification (Premiere, Photoshop, Flash, et al), Avid Certification (Avid, Pro Tools). Others may be considered where relevant.

= Technology skills=

This area will also require knowledge in certain technical areas. These include understanding file types (.mov, avi, etc.), compression, network streaming, XML.

=Testing=

All levels will have the following test components

==Written==

The written test component will demonstrate theoretical knowledge and mastery of the machinima topic area.

==Lab==

The lab test component will consist of a finished project which incorporates all aspects of the machinima skills set.