Admission requirements 

• Basic Understanding of Computers

• Laptop (at least i5 processor and 8 GB RAM)

• There is no other academic requirement

Syllabus

• Module 1: Fundamentals of Animation

  • Definition and scope of animation

  • Historical evolution of animation

  • Types and forms of animation (2D, 3D, stop motion, etc.)

  • Basic principles and applications of animation

• Module 2: Storytelling and Narrative Structure

  • Fundamentals of storytelling in animation

  • Story structure (three-act structure, conflict, resolution)

  • Character development and arcs

  • Scriptwriting techniques for animation

  • Introduction to storyboarding

• Module 3: Image Sizes and Camera Fundamentals

  • Image formats, sizes, and resolutions

  • Camera movements and shot composition

  • Lighting principles for animation

  • Visual storytelling through camera techniques

• Module 4: Drawing and Design for Animation

  • Fundamentals of drawing and design

  • Character design and development

  • Environment design and layout creation

  • Color theory and palette selection for mood and tone

• Module 5: Animation Software Applications

  • Introduction to 2D animation software (e.g., Adobe Animate, Toon Boom)

  • Introduction to 3D animation software (e.g., Maya, Blender)

  • Understanding software interfaces and tools

  • Hands-on exercises with basic animation workflows

• Module 6: Principles of Animation

  • The 12 fundamental principles of animation

  • Application of squash and stretch techniques

  • Anticipation, staging, and exaggeration

  • Timing, spacing, and motion dynamics

• Module 7: 3D Animation Techniques

  • Introduction to 3D modeling and texturing

  • 3D animation principles and workflows

  • Lighting and rendering in 3D environments

  • Practical 3D animation exercises

• Module 8: Visual Effects and Compositing

  • Introduction to Adobe After Effects and other compositing tools

  • Basic visual effects techniques for animation projects

  • Layering, keying, and compositing workflows

  • Practical exercises in VFX integration

• Module 9: Final Project (Capstone – 3 Months)

• Project ideation, proposal, and pitch presentation

• Supervised project development (concept to completion)

• Integration of learned techniques across modules

• Final project presentation, review, and feedback

Fees –

• Ghanaian –  GHC 8,000 

• Non – Ghanaian – $ 850 

 Duration – 1 Year 

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Storyboard Artist

Job Description: Storyboard artists visualize scripts and create sequences of drawings that map out how a story will unfold in an animation or film.

Salary: $50,000 – $85,000 per year

2D Animator

Job Description: 2D animators design characters, environments, and movements using traditional drawing techniques or digital software to create engaging animations.

Salary: $45,000 – $80,000 per year

3D Animator

Job Description: 3D animators build digital models and bring them to life with realistic movements, often used in films, video games, and commercials.

Salary: $55,000 – $95,000 per year

Character Designer

Job Description: Character designers develop the look, personality, and style of animated characters, ensuring they align with the story and audience.

Salary: $50,000 – $85,000 per year

Visual Effects (VFX) Artist

Job Description: VFX artists create special effects, simulations, and realistic enhancements that blend seamlessly with live-action or animated content.

Salary: $60,000 – $105,000 per year

Motion Graphics Designer

Job Description: Motion graphics designers create animated graphics and visual effects for advertisements, explainer videos, websites, and presentations.

Salary: $50,000 – $90,000 per year

Lighting & Rendering Artist

Job Description: These specialists work on adding lighting, shading, and rendering to animation projects, making scenes visually appealing and realistic.

Salary: $55,000 – $95,000 per year

Texture Artist

Job Description: Texture artists design and apply textures, patterns, and surface details to 3D models, enhancing realism in animated environments and characters.

Salary: $50,000 – $85,000 per year

Animation Educator/Trainer

Job Description: Animation educators and trainers teach students and professionals about animation tools, principles, and industry practices.

Salary: $45,000 – $80,000 per year

Art Director (Animation)

Job Description: Art directors oversee the visual style and artistic direction of animation projects, managing teams of artists and ensuring consistency in design.

Salary: $80,000 – $130,000 per year