A STUDY TO ANALYSE THE EFFICIENCY ISSUES IN ANIMATION CREATION THE PROCESS

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to better understand the obstacles that hinder efficiency throughout the animation production process and to find ways to overcome them so that the animation industry's workflows are optimised. Each step of the intricate animation production process—from pre-production to production to post-production—requires a great deal of imagination, technical know-how, and teamwork. Problems with communication, inadequate budgeting of resources, antiquated equipment, and stumbling blocks in cooperation between creative and technical teams are common causes of inefficiency. Case studies of production pipelines in both major and small animation studios, surveys, and interviews with animation experts make up the study's mixed-methods methodology. The results show that there were major issues, such as pre-production storyboarding and conceptualisation delays, production difficulties in fulfilling technical standards, and rework or modifications due to team misalignment. The research also shows how budget cuts, talent shortages, and an over-reliance on manual procedures affect production timeframes in general. The report suggests that in order to overcome these obstacles, one could use centralised project management systems to streamline communication, invest more in workforce training, embrace agile production processes, and use modern animation software. All aspects of production, from pre- to post-production, must be meticulously coordinated with one another since the animation industry is so complex. This study aims to uncover and examine the key factors for inefficiencies within these stages. Finding and understanding the most common roadblocks to efficient workflows, such as issues with technology and resource management, is the goal of this study's quantitative and qualitative research strategy, which includes interviews with industry experts and analysis of real-world animation projects. According to the study, there are a number of areas that might need improvement. These include communication, project management tools, and animation software. Finding solutions to remedy these inefficiencies in the production process is what the study is all about. It helps save money and time while generating better animations. Everyone involved in animation, from students to educators, stands to benefit greatly from this study's conclusions on the complexity of the art form.