Motion Design
ByteBuddy Project
Your Interactive Course Companion
Intro Animation Test for the ByteBuddy Project.
Project Description
The ByteBuddy project aimed to create an interactive robot character serving as a guide to introduce users to courses developed by the Learning and Development team. Designed to enhance the learning experience, ByteBuddy would navigate users through course content, highlighting key areas, and providing explanations as needed.
Tools & Software
Creation & Breakdown
Character Design:
The character design phase involved meticulous planning and exploration. Various poses, expressions, and gestures were illustrated to ensure ByteBuddy could effectively engage users throughout the learning journey. Additionally, alternative designs were explored to introduce variety and accommodate the use of AI-generated audio.
Character Creation:
Using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, the character design was meticulously crafted, incorporating textures and rendering to bring ByteBuddy to life. Each element of the character was carefully separated into layers to facilitate animation in Adobe Character Animator, ensuring seamless movement and interaction.
Animating the Character:
Adobe Character Animator played a pivotal role in bringing ByteBuddy to life. Through real-time animation control, ByteBuddy could seamlessly navigate through course content, turning and gesturing with a simple click. Facial motion capture technology further enhanced the character's expressiveness, while Adobe After Effects was utilized for additional animations, such as entrance and exit sequences.
Blink test in Adobe Character Animator
Outcome:
My involvement in the ByteBuddy project showcased my proficiency in character design, animation, and proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite applications. Despite the challenges faced and the eventual discontinuation of the project, this experience underscores my adaptability and problem-solving skills in navigating complex projects. While the decision to transition to an alternative solution was based on team dynamics and preferences rather than the capabilities of the software itself, it serves as a testament to my dedication to delivering high-quality work and finding innovative solutions, regardless of the circumstances.