Info I Unreal: Fundamentals

Ready to unlock the power of Unreal Engine and bring your creative vision to life? This Beginner-friendly course is designed for complete newcomers to Unreal Engine and anyone looking to strengthen their foundational skills.... no prerequisites required! This is the perfect starting point for your UE journey.

Master the fundamentals of Unreal Engine through hands-on learning with industry-leading techniques. You'll build essential skills in Unreal's UI & Structure for confident navigation, Asset Ingestion workflows for professional organization, Materials Creation for stunning visuals, Sequencer Animation for compelling motion, and Lighting & Rendering fundamentals for cinematic quality output.

After completing all 5 Modules, you'll have created your first finished piece to enhance your reel, pitch, demo, or corporate video, while gaining the confidence to advance to our Unreal Engine: Filmmaking intermediate course.

Learn from the best! Your Unreal Authorized Instructors—Franco Vilanova and Daniel Langhjelm—are active industry professionals bringing real-world expertise directly to you. This will be a live, instructor-led cohort combining lightning lessons and weekly office hours with a structured library of pre-recorded training.

Transform your creative potential and start your Unreal Engine journey with this comprehensive Fundamentals course!

Course Info

Duration: 5 Weeks live lightning lessons and labs (10+ hours) plus 20+ hours of additional content.
Course Format: Lightning lessons + Self-study Modules
Q&A/Support: Live labs after lightning lessons
Prerequisites: None! This is a perfect place to start your UE journey!

+ Six-Months of On Demand Access

+ Long Term On-Demand Access Available through CG Pro's Inner Circle

+ With Unreal: Filmmaking, students will get a Connector's Badge and Certificate

_{*Please contact Admissions for details.}

Intro to Unreal's UI & Structure

MODULE 01:

Intro to Unreal's UI & Structure

Take your first confident steps into the world of Unreal Engine:

Confidently navigate Unreal’s interface
Understand project structure and organization
Master Epic Games ecosystem tools (FAB and Launcher)
Design blocking structures for linear content creation Get comfortable with Unreal's interface and start creating immediately!

Build the foundation for everything that follows in your Unreal Engine journey.

Asset Ingestion

MODULE 02:

Asset Ingestion

Build professional workflows for seamless asset management:

Master Unreal Engine's diverse asset types
Design efficient asset workflows for any project scale
Transition from blocking shots to shot-based workflows
Execute proper Sequencer setups for rendering Establish the foundation for professional content creation!

Master the workflows that separate hobbyists from professionals.

MODULE 03:

Materials

Create stunning, photorealistic surfaces that bring your world to life:

Navigate the Material Editor with confidence
Master material domains, shading models, and lighting modes
Work with nodes, parameters, and material instances
Understand UVs, texel density, and texture optimization Transform ordinary objects into extraordinary visual experiences!

Give your creations the realistic look that captivates audiences.

Sequencer Animation

MODULE 04:

Sequencer Animation

Bring your scenes to life with professional animation techniques:

Master Sequencer tools for animating actors and sequences
Work with Skeletal Mesh Actors and character animation
Generate animations using Control Rig workflows
Integrate pre-existing animation sequences efficiently Create captivating motion that tells your story with impact!

Breathe life into your scenes with professional-grade animation skills.

Lighting & Intro to Rendering

MODULE 05:

Lighting & Intro to Rendering

Achieve cinematic quality with professional lighting and rendering workflows:

Create cinematic lighting and renders
Master Unreal's light types and global illumination
Apply environment and story-driven lighting techniques
Work with cameras, Sequencer, and post-processing
Balance quality vs performance for optimal results Light your scenes like a master cinematographer!

Complete your journey from beginner to confident Unreal Engine creator.

Pre-Recorded Video Lectures

CONTENT DELIVERY:

Pre-Recorded Video Lectures

Bite-sized video topics (8-16 minutes per video) for optimal learning
Structured curriculum designed specifically for beginners starting their UE journey

Four 1-on-1 Live Mentoring Sessions

PREMIUM SUPPORT PACKAGE:

group Cohort learning with live labs

Direct individualized access to Unreal Engine experts
Personalized guidance tailored to your specific projects and learning goals
Problem-solving sessions for technical and creative challenges
Sessions recorded for your reference and continued learning

Ongoing Support

LIVE COMMUNITY RESOURCES:

Ongoing Support

Direct access to Unreal Engine experts and fellow students
6-Month Access to Active Discussion/Question Board (*Long-Term Access Available through CG Pro's Inner Circle)
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