Animation

Overview

Animation can be used across a wide range of applications including broadcast, film, advertising, fine arts, gaming, and visualization. After completing Animation at University of California, Riverside, you will be prepared to begin a career or enhance your skills in the field of animation. Learn from experienced professionals and artists, connect with a network of creatives, and receive career support, including career counseling, career assessment, internship advising, and employer networking opportunities. Ultimately you will create a professional-quality portfolio demonstrating conceptual, design, and technical proficiency for entry-level positions in the animation industry.

What you will learn

• How to create in-depth stories, characters, environments, visual effects, and animated graphics
• Art and design fundamentals, including life drawing, composition, color theory, and digital imaging
• 2D and 3D animation skills
• How to design and develop characters from start to finish
• Industry-standard tools, including Autodesk Maya, Adobe Creative Suite, and more
• Professional practices relevant to careers in animation and portfolio development