Animating in Adobe Character Animator (2018 Edition)

Unlock the power of Adobe Character Animator and bring your characters to life! This comprehensive course guides you through the process of effectively rigging and animating puppets using your webcam, microphone, and custom behaviors. Whether you need engaging visuals for business presentations, captivating entertainment, or unique content, this tactile toolset empowers you to create original animations.

Don't be intimidated! We break down the complexities into easy-to-understand steps, so you can quickly master the art of character animation.

Here's what you'll learn:

• Character Preparation: Learn how to properly layout a Photoshop character specifically for seamless Adobe Character Animator import.
• Facial Rigging & Lip Sync: Master tagging layers for accurate lip syncing and implementing dynamic facial behaviors.
• Interactive Elements: Add special handles like draggers to enable user interaction with your puppets.
• Layer Control: Create triggers for easily hide-able layers, adding depth and complexity to your animations.
• Multi-Phase Animation: Utilize Swap Sets to create smooth transitions between different character phases.
• Automated Lip Sync: Implement auto lip sync functionality within Adobe Character Animator.
• Audio Integration: Learn effective lip sync using external audio for realistic character dialogue.
• Action Editing: Edit recorded actions to refine your animations and achieve the perfect timing.
• Background Integration: Effectively work with backgrounds to create immersive scenes.
• Puppet Management: Learn to work with multiple puppets for dynamic storytelling.
• Exporting Animations: Export animations professionally using Adobe Media Encoder.

By the end of this course, you'll possess a strong understanding of character rigging and animation techniques within Adobe Character Animator, specifically focusing on the powerful Record tab.

Note: The 2023 edition of this course is now available and includes updated content!