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== Overview ==
== Overview ==
The '''Projects''' section in [[ACT3AI|ACT 3 AI]] is the foundation of your creative workflow. Each project acts as a container that holds your scripts, characters, storyboards, renders, and final videos. Projects provide organization, versioning, and collaboration across the entire production pipeline.
In [[ACT3AI|ACT 3 AI]], a '''Project''' is the central container that holds all of your creative work — from [[Scripts|scripts]] and [[Characters|characters]] to [[Digital_Actors|digital actors]], [[Scenes|scenes]], [[Shots|shots]], and final [[Build_Video|video assemblies]].
Every production you create (a short film, ad, TikTok, or feature-length movie) begins as a Project.


== 1. Purpose ==
== Project Structure ==
* Centralize all assets related to a single story or production 
Projects in ACT 3 AI are organized in a nested hierarchy:
* Organize [[Scenes]], [[Shots]], [[Characters]], and media in one place 
* '''Project → Acts → Scenes → Shots → Assets (Video, Audio, B-Roll, etc.)'''
* Allow team collaboration under [[Organization]] management 
* Enable version control and structured exports 


== 2. Creating a New Project ==
This structure ensures that everything from idea to final export is traceable and editable in one place.
* From the [[Dashboard]], select '''New Project''' 
* Enter required details: 
  * '''Title:''' Project name 
  * '''Type:''' Film, TV, Social Video, Marketing Clip, Animation, etc. 
  * '''Genre:''' Drama, Action, Comedy, etc. 
  * '''Aspect Ratio:''' 16:9, 9:16, 21:9, or custom 
* Optional metadata: tags, description, notes 


== 3. Project Structure ==
== Creating a Project ==
A project contains: 
# From the dashboard, select '''[[New_Project|New Project]]'''.  
* [[Script_Editor|Scripts and Scenes]]   
# Enter a project name, description, and content type (Film, Ad, TikTok, Explainer).  
* [[Characters]] and [[Digital_Actors]]  
# Choose aspect ratio (16:9, 9:16, 1:1) and estimated duration.  
* [[Storyboard_Panels]] and [[Top_Down_View]] layouts 
# Save to begin working in the [[Editor|Editor workspace]].  
* [[Import_Script]] and [[Export_Script]] integration  
* Render outputs in [[Build_Video]] and [[Render_Queue]] 
* Linked [[Cloud_Storage_Management|Cloud Storage]] assets  


== 4. Collaboration ==
== Project Components ==
* Invite team members via [[Organization]] settings  
* [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]] – where dialogue and action are written or imported.  
* Assign roles: writer, director, animator, admin  
* [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]] – generates acts, beats, and story arcs. 
* Track edits with history and activity logs  
* [[Characters|Characters]] & [[Digital_Actors|Digital Actors]] – define and cast your story. 
* Shared access to [[Documentation]] and tutorials  
* [[Storyboard_Panels|Storyboards & Panels]] – visualize the project flow.  
* [[Timeline|Timeline]] – sequence and edit your shots.  
* [[Build_Video|Build Video]] – final assembly of the project. 
* [[Render_Queue|Render Queue]] – handles rendering jobs and exports.  


== 5. Storage & Billing Integration ==
== Managing Projects ==
* Project storage counted towards [[Cloud_Storage_Management]] quota  
* '''Folders:''' Organize projects by client, department, or campaign. 
* Credit usage tracked via [[Credit_System]] and [[Billing_Model]]  
* '''Versioning:''' Duplicate projects to branch alternate edits. 
* Plan limits applied based on [[Subscription_Plan]] tier  
* '''Collaboration:''' Share projects with your [[Organization|organization team]].  
* '''Locking:''' Freeze finished acts or scenes to prevent accidental edits.  
* '''Archiving:''' Archive inactive projects for storage efficiency.  


== 6. Project Management Features ==
== Credits & Billing ==
* Project dashboard with summary view  
* Projects consume credits when rendering, previewing, or exporting.  
* Version history of scripts and renders  
* Credit use depends on project size, resolution, and rendering engine (see [[Billing_Model|Billing Model]]).  
* Import external assets: [[Import_BRoll]], audio, reference images 
* Admins can monitor project-level credit usage in [[Credit_System|Credit Dashboard]].  
* Export complete package for Final Draft or distribution  


== 7. Navigation ==
== Exporting Projects ==
* Accessible via [[Dashboard]] or left-side navigation  
Projects can be exported through [[Export_Distribution|Export Distribution]] into:
* Quick actions:  
* MP4, MOV, ProRes video formats  
  * Create new [[Scene]] or [[Shot]]
* Editing formats (EDL, AAF)  
  * Import/Export scripts 
* Scripts ([[Export_Script|Export Script]]
  * Launch [[AI_Wizard]]
* Supplemental assets ([[Subtitles|Subtitles]], [[Multi_Language_Dubs|Dubs]], [[Pitch_Decks|Pitch Decks]])  
  * Start [[Build_Video]]   


== 8. Roadmap ==
== Best Practices ==
* Advanced project templates by genre  
* Name projects clearly (include client or campaign tags).  
* Automated backup & restore per project  
* Use [[Draft_Previews|draft previews]] before committing to final renders.  
* Project-level analytics (credit usage, render time, storage)  
* Keep [[Characters|characters]] consistent by reusing actor profiles.  
* Public/Private project publishing within the community  
* Review credit usage regularly on long projects.  


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== Troubleshooting ==
* '''Project won’t load''' → Clear cache or check [[Organization|permissions]]. 
* '''Missing assets''' → Confirm uploads via [[Import_BRoll|Import B-Roll]] or [[Import_Script|Import Script]]. 
* '''Out of credits''' → Purchase extra via [[Subscription_Plan|Subscription Plan]]. 


<small>For details on rendering, see [[Build_Video]] and [[Render_Queue]].</small>
== See Also ==
* [[New_Project|New Project]] 
* [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]] 
* [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]] 
* [[Digital_Actors|Digital Actors]] 
* [[Build_Video|Build Video]]
* [[Export_Distribution|Export Distribution]]
* [[Organization_Management|Organization Management]] 
* [[Billing_Model]] · [[Credit_System]]
 
[[Category:ACT 3 AI Platform]] 
[[Category:Guides]]
 
[https://act3ai.com/contact Contact Us] if you need help managing projects.

Revision as of 08:23, 27 August 2025

Projects

Overview

In ACT 3 AI, a Project is the central container that holds all of your creative work — from scripts and characters to digital actors, scenes, shots, and final video assemblies. Every production you create (a short film, ad, TikTok, or feature-length movie) begins as a Project.

Project Structure

Projects in ACT 3 AI are organized in a nested hierarchy:

  • Project → Acts → Scenes → Shots → Assets (Video, Audio, B-Roll, etc.)

This structure ensures that everything from idea to final export is traceable and editable in one place.

Creating a Project

  1. From the dashboard, select New Project.
  2. Enter a project name, description, and content type (Film, Ad, TikTok, Explainer).
  3. Choose aspect ratio (16:9, 9:16, 1:1) and estimated duration.
  4. Save to begin working in the Editor workspace.

Project Components

Managing Projects

  • Folders: Organize projects by client, department, or campaign.
  • Versioning: Duplicate projects to branch alternate edits.
  • Collaboration: Share projects with your organization team.
  • Locking: Freeze finished acts or scenes to prevent accidental edits.
  • Archiving: Archive inactive projects for storage efficiency.

Credits & Billing

  • Projects consume credits when rendering, previewing, or exporting.
  • Credit use depends on project size, resolution, and rendering engine (see Billing Model).
  • Admins can monitor project-level credit usage in Credit Dashboard.

Exporting Projects

Projects can be exported through Export Distribution into:

Best Practices

  • Name projects clearly (include client or campaign tags).
  • Use draft previews before committing to final renders.
  • Keep characters consistent by reusing actor profiles.
  • Review credit usage regularly on long projects.

Troubleshooting

See Also

Contact Us if you need help managing projects.