KURE Animation Production: File Naming Conventions

Outline:

1. Introduction

This document outlines the naming conventions for all files within the KURE production.

For specific file naming conventions related to insider of Blender, please refer to the Blender Naming Conventions document.

2. General Rules

  • camelCase & underScores: Use camelCase letters for all components. Use underscores (_) as the primary separator between components.
  • No Spaces: Avoid spaces in all filenames and folder names. Use underscores instead.
  • Versioning Work Files: Use a consistent versioning system for work files.
  • Versioning Published Files: Overwrite published files for minor fixes or tweaks. Create a new version when making substantial changes or updating link-dependent elements.

3. Key Components & Abbreviations

The following table defines the standard components used in naming files:

3.1. Shot Files

Example file: kure_layout_sq0010_sh0010_v001_nb_fixCamAnimation.blend

Component Format / Abbreviation
Project Name kure
Stage previz, layout, anim, bgArt, bgSet, cloth, efx, render, comp
Sequence Number sq0000
Production Shot Number sh0000
Version v001
Artist Initials nb
Note fixCamAnimation
File Extension .blend

3.2. Asset Files

Example file: kure_mld_anton_v001_nb_topologyFix.blend

Component Format / Abbreviation
Project Name kure
Department chr, set, prp, lib, mtl, efx, aud, gfx
Asset Name anton
Asset Type mdl, sclpt, rig, sha, tex, groom, clothes
Version v001
Artist Initials nb
Note topologyFix
File Extension .blend

4. published files

for published file you remove name and note from the file name.

  • Asset Published File:
    • Example file: kure_mld_anton_v001.blend
  • Shot Published File:
    • Example: kure_layout_sq0010_sh0010_v003.blend
  • Exported Component Published File:
    • Example: kure_anim_sq0010_sh0010_anton_v001.abc

This document should serve as a foundation. It can be adapted and expanded as the KURE project evolves and new needs arise. Clear communication within the team is paramount to successfully implementing these conventions.