The Animation Film and Visual Effects program is comprised of two one-year courses designed to prepare students for further education and careers in digital media. Possible job opportunities after completion of further education in this field include video technician, editor, director, camera operator, screenwriter, lighting technician, sound technician, concept artist, video game animator, storyboard artist, character animator, motion graphics artist, medical/forensic animator, or visual effects artist, among others.

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The Animation course introduces the basic terminology, concepts, and techniques of 2D and 3D animation. Students gain experience with current technologies, historical perspectives, applications and basic principles of animation. Students use a variety of animation techniques to create a portfolio of work designed to give them an advantage in their pursuit of further training in the field.

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Emphasizing hands-on production, the Film and Visual Effects program covers the fundamentals of filmmaking, including the techniques and the aesthetics of shooting, lighting, and editing. Students explore film technologies, equipment operation, composition, lighting, audio fundamentals, motion graphics, visual effects, production planning, and non-linear editing. Students work both individually and in teams to experience the pre-production, production, and post production stages of film creation, distribution, and evaluation.



Students enrolling in the Animation Film and Visual Effects program should have strong communication skills (visual and written), excellent attendance, a strong work ethic, creativity, organizational skills, time management, problem solving skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

 

Surround yourself with other creative, motivated, and talented individuals who strive to produce excellent work and are enthusiastic about the future of media and technology!