Graphics in Motion

The certificate of achievement in Graphics in Motion introduces students to the fundamental building blocks of graphic arts, animation principles, and the creation of animated films. Students will cover topics in basic drawing for animation; Disney’s 12 principles; timing and spacing of objects, nature, animals, and humans; and professional animation software. Once the course work is completed, students will be better qualified to transfer to a four-year university program in animation or to apply for entry-level jobs.

Career Opportunities

Animator, motion graphics assistant, checker of x-sheets, storyboarding artist, character designer, conceptual artist, assistant to video production using graphic arts, junior assistant in small graphic arts and video production companies; advertising specialist; video editing consultant, Intern in animation studios.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

1. Apply Disney's 12 principles of animation in animation projects.
2. Develop good drawing and sketching skills using traditional drawing tools and digital media.
3. Exhibit understanding of timing and motion in time-based media.