Steps for Creating an Animated Series
Cartoons and animation are an often under appreciated art form. Apart from the most simplistic projects, a small animation or fledgling animated series can take an enormous amount of preparation and work. Each step of the process takes time and a variety different talents for those involved in the process. Animation is a fun and exciting endeavor. It can also be a tedious and harrowing undertaking. All of the hard work is well worth the first day the project comes to life.
- Animation software
- Video editing software
- Audio editing and recording software
- Music and sound fx
- Website and hosting optional
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Instructions
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Develop overall idea for the series.
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Create and design characters.
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Develop setting and world.
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Outline or write episodes.
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Storyboard episodes.
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Record dialogue.
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Begin character modeling and backgrounds.
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Begin animation.
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Synchronize music and sounds to animation.
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Edit animation with video editing software.
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Create any desired fades, transitions, and credits.
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Export finished episodes into desired formats.
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Upload episodes to popular video hosting websites.
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Create your own website.
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Upload your episodes to your website.
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Produce new and regular episodes of your series.