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AI Creative Development:
Concept to Previz 

For Film, Games, and Content Creators
 
Faster, Smarter, and Production-Ready Skills Taught LIVE

The future of filmmaking happens before the camera rolls.

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Overwhelmed by all the new tools but underwhelmed by Youtube videos ?

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Don't know where to start, or how to use AI well to get your ideas and preparation into a PRODUCTION-READY format?

The #1 Virtual Production School is embarking into the next wave of CG and movie making- come join us on an ethical, practical journey into AI previsualization. Make sure your CG skills don't get left in the 20th century.

CG Pro's world class team of experienced industry professional instructors from studios like ILM, Digital Domain and MPC will help you stay on the cutting edge.

(No Unreal or 3D knowledge needed).

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Course Info

Start Date:  Live Sessions Start 1/29/2026 at 6pm PT for five weeks, 2 hours of live learning per week, with more in-depth pre-recorded instruction on demand..


Duration: 5-Modules

Delivery:  5 Live Weekly lightning lessons plus more In-Depth, Self-Paced, Pre-Recorded Lectures

Additional support: Five Live Lab Sessions After Lightning Lessons

Q&A/Support: Online Discussion Forum

Prerequisites: None!

+ Guest Speaker(s) module(s) TBD
+ Badge on Proof of Completion

 *For more information, please feel free reach out at the form below

ABOUT THE COURSE:

Course Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course you will:
  • Master current pro AI workflows for pre-production
  • Know the professional filmmaking process (this will set you apart from the people who just learn prompting and tools)
  • Visualize and develop ideas at warp speed, from storyboards to previz, craft compelling narratives, and streamline production on the way to creating full final pieces
  • Build a robust professional toolset including ComfyUI, Midjourney, Nano Banana (+Pro), Google ImageFX, Notion, Miro, Claude, Suno, Topaz Bloom
  • Walk away with a Previz animatic for your next project
Lead Instructor:

Tim Riopelle: VFX Veteran and AI professional, with 12+ years in VR, VFX, film, and games, actively working in AI, Tim brings real-world expertise from Emmy-winning projects such as Monsters at Work, at studios including Unity and Dreamworks.

Additional Guest Speakers:

Edd Dawson-Taylor: Virtual Production pioneer, co-founder of CG Pro, VFX vet of 20 years, a software engineer, who has been using AI since 1999


Transform your creative process—just $1297!

 

Purchase now!

Secure your place and stay ahead of the game!

 

 

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MEET YOUR LEAD INSTRUCTOR

Tim Riopelle

TIM RIOPELLE

Senior Technical CG Artist & Innovation Specialist

A VFX and AI pro with 12 years of experience in visual storytelling, Tim Riopelle blends deep technical expertise with a strong creative vision. His work has contributed to multiple Emmy-nominated and Emmy-winning productions, including Prehistoric Planet Immersive for Apple Vision Pro, Monsters at Work (Disney+), and The Dragon Prince (Netflix).

Skilled in Maya, Resolve, Nuke, ComfyUI, Python and many AI platforms such as Claude and Runway, Tim builds custom tools to streamline creative workflows. He teaches at the intersection of traditional filmmaking and emerging AI, helping students harness new technologies without losing sight of storytelling fundamentals.

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CURRICULUM

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MODULE 01:

AI Foundations & Image Generation

Understand how AI image generation works and master the industry-leading tools for
professional concept development.

Learn how to:

  • Understand AI image generation fundamentals through ComfyUI
  • Generate stunning visuals with Midjourney's professional workflows
  • Use context-based image generators like Google's Nano Banana to guide and control
    outputs to desired results
  • Transform and iterate on existing visuals
  • Work strategically across multiple AI platforms 

Build your foundation for rapid visual development!

Concept & Art Department

MODULE 02:

Concept & Art Department

Revolutionize your visual development process with AI-assisted character and environment design.

  • Set up professional concept art workflows using Midjourney and Nano Banana
  • Create intelligent prompt systems for consistent character and world design
  • Leverage context-based generation to maintain visual continuity
  • Discover how Claude can accelerate your concept art pipeline  pipeline

Learn all this and more, while maintaining artistic integrity!

 

Story & Script

MODULE 03:

Story & Script

Transform ideas into visual narratives through AI-enhanced storyboarding.

Master:

  •  Scene Construction with AI-generated visuals
  • Shot Composition and framing techniques
  • Camera Movement visualization
  • Rapid storyboard iteration using Midjourney and Nano Banana

Create compelling storyboards that communicate your vision!

Production Planning

MODULE 04:

Production Planning

Build bulletproof production workflows that scale.

Learn:

  • Asset Management across AI platforms
  • Task Dependencies and pipeline integration
  •  Sequence Planning for complex projects
  • Production documentation best practices
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Master Notion as your production command center, and connect all your tools for seamless project execution.

Expanding on AI

MODULE 05:

Expanding on AI

Expand your creative capabilities with cutting-edge AI services and advanced techniques.  Explore:

  • Advanced Midjourney and Nano Banana workflows
  • Google Tools (ImageFX, Nano Banana)
  • ComfyUI for specialized techniques
  • Suno for audio design
  • Topaz Bloom for enhancement

Push your projects beyond traditional boundaries!

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PROGRAMS / SOFTWARE EXAMPLES

(NO 3D EXPERIENCE NEEDED)

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ComfyUI
Miro / FigJam
Miro / FigJam
Notion
Notion
ML Models
ML Models
WEAVY
Weavy

Who This Course Is For

This course is designed for forward-thinking creators across multiple disciplines:

  • Filmmakers and directors optimizing pre-production
  • Visual storytellers and creatives enhancing their workflows
  • Technical artists bridging traditional and modern tools
  • Marketers and indie creators producing high-quality content fast

Gain real skills that boost efficiency to save and make more money, without compromising storytelling fundamentals.

Tell your story!

What You'll Master

  • Strategic AI Implementation
    • Identify exactly where AI tools create the most value in your workflow
  • Essential Visualization Techniques
    • Create compelling concept art, character designs, and environment visualizations
    • Develop comprehensive systems for your project ideas
  • Production-Ready Workflow Systems
    • Implement real-time tools that provide maximum speed and creative control
    • Design asset management frameworks that integrate seamlessly with AI tools

What You'll Get

CONTENT DELIVERY

CONTENT DELIVERY:

Lightning Lessions Plus Pre-Recorded Video Lectures

  • Bite-sized video topics (8-16 minutes per video) for optimal learning
  • All content regularly updated 
  • Updates guaranteed within six months whenever engine changes impact course topics
  • Structured curriculum designed for both beginners and experienced AI Creators
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PREMIUM SUPPORT PACKAGE:

Five group Live Mentoring Sessions

  • Apply concepts directly to your own project
  • Learn from peer questions and shared workflows
  • Get unstuck quickly with live feedback
  • Maintain momentum and accountability
LIVE COMMUNITY RESOURCES

LIVE COMMUNITY RESOURCES:

Ongoing Support 

  • Direct access to AI experts and fellow students
  • 6-Month Access to Active Discussion/Question Board (*Long-Term Access Available through CG Pro's Inner Circle)
  • Sessions recorded for your reference (and added to the Course Database)
  • Note: No personal information or NDA content should be shared during sessions
AI Search Platform

AI SEARCH PLATFORM:

Platform searchable by topic or AI Question Tool 

  • Returns the exact moment in each video that answers your question.
  • No more scrubbing or wasted time- just a direct path to the answers you seek.
  • Full access to all course recordings for 6 months
  • Extension available through Inner Circle membership renewal

"I just recently took the CG pro course and I give it my wholehearted recommendation. They have a really bountiful amount of knowledge between them and the guest speakers. What I learned in the course was helpful beyond belief. It was really enjoyable, it really helped me get my film off the ground and it was great to be around the others."

Randy Link
Previz Supervisor

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