Advanced College Diploma - Animation - 2D/3D (T993)

This program will give students the skills, discipline and confidence they need to become a sought-after animation artist. Students learn a blend of traditional techniques with the use of cutting-edge industry software. Graduates are able to animate and bring artwork to life through designing and animating characters and environments for traditional 2D and 3D projects for a variety of mediums including television, film and video games. Students also learn to become proficient with digital image manipulation, digital video editing, compositing and file management.

Program Highlights:

• Active student-run Animation Club, which allows students to further practice their animation skills and abilities collaboratively with their classmates. • Public presentation of animation films showcasing professional work produced by third-year students. • Emerge with a professional portfolio and demo reel that will open the door to work in 2D or 3D animation in the film and television industries, the world of gaming and the web. • Strong emphasis on using traditional techniques to enhance production of digital art. • Close connection with industry professionals for keeping curriculum current and relevant. • Training on the latest industry standard software in the animation industry.

There are job opportunities creating both 2D and 3D animation, models, textures and other assets for feature films, television productions, video games and the web. Skills learned in this program could also be applied to finding work in character design, storyboarding or as concept artists.