In the rapidly-evolving digital-content industry, which encompasses fields like film, TV, animation, gaming, AR, VR, and even the metaverse, the demand for skilled professionals has never been higher. To meet this growing need, Dream Animation, in partnership with ASUS, NVIDIA and other key players, has launched the CG Ark, a digital-content training hub designed to nurture the next generation of CG professionals. Central to the studio’s success has been the integration of advanced hardware and cutting-edge platforms such as ASUS servers and NVIDIA Omniverse, which have transformed the workflow of content creators, allowing them to deliver high-quality projects faster than ever before.

Lin Jiaqi, founder of Dream Animation and CG Ark, shared the vision behind this initiative. "We wanted to create an ecosystem that bridges the gap between talent and industry demand. By partnering with ASUS and NVIDIA, we've equipped our studios with the latest virtual production tools and hardware to train and develop future creators."

The training facility is equipped with advanced ASUS ESC4000 and ESC8000A servers, enabling seamless collaboration and enhanced processing power.

How ASUS and NVIDIA Omniverse empower creators

Dream Animation's Technical Director, Sai, explained how the combination of ASUS hardware and NVIDIA Omniverse has revolutionized their production process. "Traditionally, rendering on CPUs was time-consuming and error-prone. Switching to GPUs, specifically NVIDIA's, has drastically reduced waiting times, allowing us to focus more on perfecting the final product."

The ASUS ESC4000 and ESC8000A servers have significantly boosted processing speed, especially when rendering complex 3D scenes, ensuring smoother workflows.

The integration of NVIDIA Omniverse, a 3D virtual collaboration platform, has taken this a step further by allowing multiple creators to work simultaneously on a project in real-time.

"In the past, collaboration often meant delays or lag, but now, with NVIDIA Omniverse, directors can see changes instantly and provide feedback without any time lag. It has made the entire production process more efficient," said Yaowei, a CG animator at Dream Animation.

Real-world impact on animation projects

Yaowei and An Yi, both CG animators at Dream Animation, shared their experiences using NVIDIA Omniverse for large-scale projects. "We worked on a large architectural scene, and while there were some initial challenges with performance when dealing with heavy models, Omniverse allowed us to see immediate results in smaller scenes," said Yaowei. An Yi added, "Even with complex tasks, Omniverse’s real-time collaboration enabled us to make swift adjustments and communicate effectively with directors and other team members."

Despite some challenges, such as latency issues when handling heavier assets, the team found that the platform's capabilities outweighed these minor setbacks. By utilizing powerful ASUS servers, even the heaviest files were processed smoothly, leading to significant time savings.

A promising future with ASUS and NVIDIA

Dream Animation continues to explore new ways to optimize its workflow using ASUS and NVIDIA technologies. "Our goal is to push the boundaries of what's possible in digital content creation. With ASUS ProArt monitors ensuring color accuracy across all devices and NVIDIA's rapid advancements in GPU rendering, we are confident that we are on the cutting edge of the industry," said Lin Jiaqi.

In conclusion, the partnership between Dream Animation, ASUS and NVIDIA has enabled faster production times, enhanced collaboration, and improved the quality of content. With continued advancements in technology, the future looks bright for digital creators at CG Ark, who are now equipped with the best tools to succeed in the ever-evolving world of content creation.