Bootcamp de Nuke
Start your journey as a Compositing Artist!
In this bootcamp, you’ll learn how to integrate visual effects, CGI elements, and image correction using Nuke. Upon completion, you’ll be able to solve complex shots, compose professional-quality scenes, and work in film, advertising, and VR.
Dates
May to July 2026
Modality
Online
Language
Spanish
Duration
3 months
Software
NUKE
Presentation
The specific objectives of the course are as follows:
- Master fundamental digital compositing techniques: Learn how to integrate 2D and 3D elements (live-action, CGI, matte paintings, particles, etc.) using Nuke, ensuring a realistic and professional composition.
- Control advanced Nuke tools: Understand and apply techniques such as keying, rotoscoping, tracking, 3D compositing, deep compositing, and color grading, replicating the processes used in high-level studios.
- Develop a complete demo reel: Integrate the knowledge acquired throughout the course into a demo reel that reflects technical and artistic skills, focused on the job market.
- Gain experience in industry workflows: Work with Nuke and other industry-standard tools, applying real-world production methodologies in collaborative environments.
- Foster creativity and problem-solving: Train students to face the technical and narrative challenges of digital composition, applying efficient solutions to complex visual integration problems.
- Prepare for the job market: Through specialized talks and studio visits, students will learn firsthand about the professional dynamics of the VFX environment and the latest industry trends.
Methodology and educational objectives
We apply a dynamic methodology developed based on practical experience. Treating each student as a professional, we prioritize the practical application of acquired learning and teach them to meet the corresponding standards.
Our educational model is based on project work and the reproduction of real-life environments.
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COMPOSITING ARTIST
Comprehensive training as a Compositing Artist, specializing in the integration of digital elements and visual effects. You’ll learn to solve complex shots, adjust color and lighting, and create high-quality final compositions for film, series, and VR.
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CONNECTION WITH THE INDUSTRY
To train students to work with the most commonly used pipelines and composition techniques in major studios, ensuring professional results and a practical understanding of the industry’s day-to-day operations.
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JOB INSERTION
Specialized training for artists who want to begin or consolidate their careers in digital composition, with the tools and practice needed to immediately enter film, advertising, or VR productions.
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PROFESSIONAL VALIDATION
A comprehensive program developed and reviewed annually by active professionals in the VFX and compositing industry, ensuring training aligned with international market standards.
Program – NUKE International Bootcamp
COURSES
- NUKE ABC: Let’s start from the beginning! Here you’ll learn how to navigate Houdini without fear: you’ll get to know its interface, understand what nodes are, and why everything is so procedural. Spoiler alert: you’ll end up dreaming about nodes!
- ROTOSCOPY/ROTOPAINT: Time to get out the virtual paintbrush. You’ll master the art of transforming reality frame by frame! With the rotoscoping technique, you’ll learn to control every pixel to create striking visual effects.
- 2D TRACKING: With 2D Tracking in Nuke, you’ll learn to follow the movement of objects in a video to insert digital elements with total precision. You’ll master one of the key tools in this software.
- KEYING: With Chroma Key in Nuke, you’ll learn how to remove green or blue backgrounds to integrate actors and elements into new digital environments. You’ll master an essential film technique for creating impossible worlds with total realism.
- CAMERATRACK / PROJECTIONS: You’ll recreate camera movement in a three-dimensional environment and project images onto 3D geometry. You’ll master the foundation for integrating complex visual effects into real-life scenes with a cinematic quality.
- AOVs: You’ll learn how to control every layer of a rendered image to adjust lights, shadows, reflections, and more. You’ll master professional compositing, bringing your scenes to life and bringing them together with precision.
Exits / Employability
Nuke Artist
Responsible for creating compositions by cleaning chromas, backgrounds, creating trackers and integrating CGI, giving realism and visual impact to audiovisual productions.
Junior Nuke Compositor
Entry-level position in studios where tasks such as supporting compositions, scene optimization, and effects execution are performed under the direction of the senior team.
Researchers in the field of VFX
Professionals who, from an academic or R&D perspective, work on developing new techniques, algorithms, and solutions to improve physical and artistic simulations in the VFX sector.
NUKE Professor
Carol Novell Higher Technician in Imaging and Master in 3D Animation and Postproduction. She is the first and only woman certified as a Nuke Trainer by The Foundry in Spain.
Visual effects artist who, since 2012, has focused her career on digital editing and postproduction. In recent years, she has worked for companies such as Gestmusic, TV3, Televisión Española, and Decathlon, and production companies such as Barça Studios and Fake Studio. He combines his professional activity with teaching at various higher education institutions.
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Testimonials
Who is this training aimed at?
People who want to change course
Thinking about changing industries? This training is designed to develop the skills needed to work as a VFX artist, whether for series, films, or video games.
People who want to boost their career
Take this course to complement your knowledge and be able to create functional artistic content for large-scale productions.
Recent
Graduates
Have you just graduated from college? This training will equip you with the essential skills to launch your career in the industry and art of film, movie, and video game production.
Would you like more information about this program?
FAQS
Frequently Asked Questions
Here you’ll find answers to the most common questions about our training courses. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to contact us; we’ll be happy to help.
How do I start the Bootcamp if I've never used Nuke before?
We start with the Nuke Fundamentals module, designed to help you master the interface, basic nodes, and essential tools before moving on to more advanced compositions.
How will I receive feedback on my exercises and final project?
Every week you’ll have personalized mentoring sessions with our active faculty; they’ll review your work and suggest specific improvements until your shot is ready for the demo reel.
What is the final project and how will it enhance my portfolio?
Throughout the bootcamp, you’ll complete various practical compositing projects: integrating CGI elements, cleaning up shots, keying, rotoscoping, and color correction. Upon completion, you’ll have a professional demo reel supervised by the teaching team, ready to showcase your skills and stand out in the industry.
What career opportunities will I have after graduation?
Among the most in-demand profiles the Bootcamp prepares you for are Compositing Artist, Digital Compositor, Roto & Paint Artist, Prep Artist, and freelance digital compositing professionals, both for film, advertising, and video games.
How does the school help me connect with the industry?
L’Idem maintains direct contact with more than 1,000 studios and annually organizes the
International Animation Summit, a private recruitment event where our
students present their reel to leading companies.
Can I take classes if I live outside of Barcelona or work part-time?
Yes. The Bootcamp is 100% live online, and all sessions are recorded so you can review them whenever your schedule allows.
What sets this Bootcamp apart from other VFX courses?
Our approach is based on real-world projects, professional mentoring, and annual validation of the curriculum by VFX studios that use Houdini on international productions.
What are the steps to apply for admission and how many places are available?
Seats are limited. Simply fill out the “More Information” form and the Admissions team will contact you to guide you through the entrance exam and reserve your spot.
What language is taught and do I need a minimum level?
Teaching is in Spanish, with the option to follow the course entirely in English. We don’t require an advanced level: a basic understanding of your chosen language is sufficient, as the support materials and mentoring sessions are adapted to both languages.