Week 4: Phase 3 • September 30, 2026

The Mid-Project Check-In

This is your Project Manager review. Turn in what you have, exactly as it exists right now.

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📣 Status: Accountability Check

In a studio environment, you don't wait until the project is "perfect" to show your director. You show the work-in-progress to identify roadblocks early.

The Requirement

I don't care how far along you think you should be. I don't care if you aren't happy with your current renders. You are being held accountable to the timeline. Zip your project folder "as-is" and turn it in.

⚠️ Hard Deadline: No Extensions

These are easy points designed to keep you on track. This assignment portal will close at the end of the week and will not be available for late submission. Protect your grade -- turn in your status report now.

What to Submit

  • Current AEP: Your latest project file.
  • Current Assets: Any VO/SFX you've added.
  • Current Render: A low-res progress export (if available).
  • Everything: Zip the entire Root Folder.

Identify Your Friction

Use the submission comments to ask questions. Do not go this alone!

  • What is your biggest technical roadblock?
  • Where is your Appeal lacking?
  • Are you struggling with the Rhythm or Eases?
  • What advice do you need for the home stretch?
✨ Appeal Audit

This check-in is the perfect time for an Appeal Audit. If your character or shape feels "dead" on screen, ask me for advice on staging and lighting before you spend 20 more hours animating it.

NCAD Submission Standard

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Status: Zip everything. Turn it in. Ask your questions. See you in the review.

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