Summary:

Flash is primed to take Hollywood and television by storm! "Hollywood Digital Animation" explains this phenomenon and also describes why Flash is the future of broadcast animation. Whether you are an animator, producer, or executive you'll find plenty of behind-the-scenes information on the future of 2D animation. As an animator, you may not always be privy to studio production information. Now you can benefit from the authors' experience in consulting with numerous studio executives. "Hollywood Digital Animation" not only explains Flash animation, but also shows its direct correlation to real-world scenarios experienced first-hand by the authors at the studios; i.e. budgets, schedules, salaries, labor issues, production flow, etc.

Table of Contents:
Chapter 1: Introduction to Animation
Chapter 2: Basic Flash Animation Concepts
Chapter 3: The Flash Production Pipeline
Chapter 4: Draw or Scan
Chapter 5: Broadcast Requirements
Chapter 6: Time Is Money
Chapter 7: Strategizing Character Design in Flash
Chapter 8: Advanced Camera moves in Flash
Chapter 9: Special Effects
Chapter 10: Sound
Chapter 11: "The New Process"