Producing Animation

by Catherine Winder, Zahra Dowlatabadi, Tracey Miller-Zarneke (Editor)

You have a useful library of books covering the tools, techniques and aesthetics of animation, but you've been asked to put your production and creative skills to the test to produce a theatrical feature film or to deliver 52 episodes of a television series with only 18 months in the schedule. Producing Animation is your answer. Written by Catherine Winder and Zahra Dowlatabadi and edited by Tracey Miller-Zarneke, Producing Animation is a comprehensive guide to the production industry. Already a relied upon resource by professionals and students alike, this book covers the process from script to screen while defining the role of the producer at each phase. The second edition features new content such as sidebars on key topics from industry experts, discussions on CG, 2D and stereoscopic production processes, and an overview on marketing and distributing your project. The companion website provides access to sample tables, templates and workflow outlines for CG and 2D animation production.

Genres: Canon, Nonfiction, Education, Art

456 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2001

Reviews

[Ani · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an amazing no-bullshit & no-water book with invaluable information on Animation Production. I only wish it offered more information in the Marketing and PR part.

[Kenneth · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very clear, well-organized, and complete guide, with links to a project website that covers many of the same subjects.

[Philip Harris · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is a very useful resource for anyone wanting a strong overview of the entire production pipeline for tv and feature animation. I would have enjoyed more visual guides (charts/images/breakdowns/graphs) to break up all the text and provide more clarity on things, but otherwise no big complaints.

[Toby · Rating 4 out of 5]

reading again

[Lookman Lookman · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the most useful books in the field.

[Wahyu Adhi · Rating 4 out of 5]

this book will give you general gist on the managerial side of producing animation.
definitely have to be read by animation producers, investors, and studio owners