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Aaron Eaton

Visual Effects Supervisor at Cantina Creative

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Rendering

Learn how best to set up the Render Queue for your composition.

This summary is AI generated

Learning Outcomes:

  • Set up render queue efficiently
  • Follow technical specs for rendering
  • Automate naming and location of renders

Level: Advanced

Skills you'll gain:

After Effects, Rendering, Color Management, File Organization

Key Insights

  • Render individual frames before video files for heavy renders.
  • Use best render settings with 32-bit color depth.
  • Apply PIS compression for EXR outputs.
  • Convert output color space to match original plate.
  • Organize project files for easy access and management.
  • Increment save files often to avoid overwriting.
  • Follow post-production team's technical specs for formats.
  • Use Avid DNx HD SQ8 bit for common file formats.
  • Preserve RGB to avoid additional color conversions.