Animation brings imagination to life. More than enchanted drawings and toy stories, digital animation has grown into a multibillion-dollar industry. Technological advancements in 3D animation and the wide usage of animated videos in manufacturing, medical, engineering, entertainment and other sectors are driving this rapidly expanding market. That means digital animators are in high demand. Canada is recognized as a world leader in animation, video game development and visual effects. According to the Canada Media Fund, digital media is a $22 billion industry in Canada that supports more than 120,000 creative jobs, making Canada one of the foremost investment destinations for global digital media companies. College of the North Atlantic’s Digital Animation program provides a pathway to success to students who want to be a main player in this exciting industry. With design fundamentals, animation software tools and production techniques, students will learn to perform their best individually and collaboratively, creating animated films and video productions from concept to completion. Program Highlights • Create a final demo reel, portfolio to accompany your professional resume. • Train in the fundamentals of drawing, design, 2D digital graphics and 2D animation. • Explore 3D modelling, texturing, painting, lighting and animation. • Delve into all aspects of a digital animation pipeline, including rendering and post-processing.