60 Weeks 

The Associate of Arts in Animation & Visual Effects at MediaTech Institute is a 60-week degree program that combines creative, technical, and academic training. In addition to hands-on animation and visual effects courses, the program includes General Education studies designed to broaden your knowledge, enhance communication and critical thinking skills, and support your growth as a well-rounded creative professional.

This program is ideal for both aspiring artists and experienced animators. It offers a comprehensive foundation in the artistic and technical aspects of animation—preparing you to bring your imagination to life and pursue a fulfilling career in the visual arts industry.

You’ll begin with core principles and techniques of traditional and computer animation, then build on that foundation through real-world projects that expand your portfolio and refine your skills. From character design and rigging to 3D modeling and performance-driven storytelling, each course is designed to help you discover your unique creative strengths and find your focus—whether it’s 2D or 3D animation, Visual FX, or graphic design.

INDUSTRY-EXPERIENCED INSTRUCTORS

At MediaTech, you’ll learn from seasoned professionals who are actively working in the industry. These instructors bring real-world experience, industry insights, and valuable connections into every class, ensuring your training reflects current professional standards.

You’ll also receive an equipment package that includes a MacBook and professional software—so you can create, edit, and animate with the same tools used by the pros.

45 Weeks (12 months) | 54 Credits

Our Animation & Visual Effects diploma program is designed for beginning artists, as well as those with animation experience. This program will help you to grow as an animator. First of all, you will expand your views and skills to reach a professional level with an impressive portfolio. In our animation courses, you will begin with the fundamentals and principles of animation. In conjunction with this, you will get computer animation training. This fundamental foundation will give you the fuel to pursue a variety of jobs and careers within the animation and visual effects industry. In addition, the program helps you discover your passion within the industry. And you will be equipped to use your artistic strengths to specialize within the animation industry. That can be 2D or 3D animation, Visual FX, or Graphic Design.

ANIMATION & VISUAL EFFECTS INSTRUCTORS

In MediaTech’s animation courses, you are trained by seasoned professionals still working in the industry today. They have the experience, knowledge, and networks you need to succeed. Additionally, our instructors bring their expertise to every class for in-depth lessons. These valuable lessons are based on vast amounts of creative industry experience. And that, in turn, reinforces the program’s true-to-industry production environment.

ANIMATION & VISUAL EFFECTS CONCEPTS

As an Animation & Visual Effects student, you will learn concepts like:

• Character Rigging
• Character Animation
• Motion Capture
• 3D Modeling
• Texturing
• Performance Driven Storytelling
• Visual Storytelling
• Rendering
• Compositing
• Cinematography

ANIMATION & VISUAL EFFECTS GRADUATES

MediaTech graduates of the Animation & Visual Effects program enter into the industry with a Professional Film or Demo Reel. This reel will showcase your abilities in both a creative and technical aspect. You will graduate with the tools to start a career in the animation industry. And you will do it with industry knowledge plus a reel that demonstrates your digital artistry to prospective employers. Graduates of the program can find entry-level employment in careers across a number of different fields in the Animation & Visual Effects industry.

ANIMATION & VISUAL EFFECTS PROFESSIONS:

• Character Animator
• Motion Animator
• Game Animator
• Digital Artist
• Environmental Artist
• Technical Director
• Character Designer
• Character Modeler
• Scene Builder

WORK IN CREATIVE PLACES:

• Major Motion Picture Studios
• Computer Animation Studios
• Visual Effects Houses
• Television Production Studios
• Advertising Agencies
• Corporate Graphics Departments
• Game Production Studios

You could also choose to work freelance for a variety of different companies, artists, or even for yourself. If you dream of a rewarding career in animation & visual effects, visit our campus today!

45 Weeks (12 months) | 54 Credits

Our Animation & Visual Effects diploma program is designed for beginning artists, as well as those with animation experience. This program will help you to grow as an animator. First of all, you will expand your views and skills to reach a professional level with an impressive portfolio. In our animation courses, you will begin with the fundamentals and principles of animation. In conjunction with this, you will get computer animation training. This fundamental foundation will give you the fuel to pursue a variety of jobs and careers within the animation and visual effects industry. In addition, the program helps you discover your passion within the industry. And you will be equipped to use your artistic strengths to specialize within the animation industry. That can be 2D or 3D animation, Visual FX, or Graphic Design.

ANIMATION & VISUAL EFFECTS INSTRUCTORS

In MediaTech’s animation courses, you are trained by seasoned professionals still working in the industry today. They have the experience, knowledge, and networks you need to succeed. Additionally, our instructors bring their expertise to every class for in-depth lessons. These valuable lessons are based on vast amounts of creative industry experience. And that, in turn, reinforces the program’s true-to-industry production environment.

ANIMATION & VISUAL EFFECTS CONCEPTS

As an Animation & Visual Effects student, you will learn concepts like:

• Character Rigging
• Character Animation
• Motion Capture
• 3D Modeling
• Texturing
• Performance Driven Storytelling
• Visual Storytelling
• Rendering
• Compositing
• Cinematography

ANIMATION & VISUAL EFFECTS GRADUATES

MediaTech graduates of the Animation & Visual Effects program enter into the industry with a Professional Film or Demo Reel. This reel will showcase your abilities in both a creative and technical aspect. You will graduate with the tools to start a career in the animation industry. And you will do it with industry knowledge plus a reel that demonstrates your digital artistry to prospective employers. Graduates of the program can find entry-level employment in careers across a number of different fields in the Animation & Visual Effects industry.

ANIMATION & VISUAL EFFECTS PROFESSIONS:

• Character Animator
• Motion Animator
• Game Animator
• Digital Artist
• Environmental Artist
• Technical Director
• Character Designer
• Character Modeler
• Scene Builder

WORK IN CREATIVE PLACES:

• Major Motion Picture Studios
• Computer Animation Studios
• Visual Effects Houses
• Television Production Studios
• Advertising Agencies
• Corporate Graphics Departments
• Game Production Studios

OUR ANIMATION & VISUAL EFFECTS ONLINE PROGRAM COMES WITH:

You could also choose to work freelance for a variety of different companies, artists, or even for yourself. If you dream of a rewarding career in animation & visual effects, get in touch today!