3D Animation & Computer Generated Imagery (574.B0)

by Dawson College Claim Listing

Students develop fundamental art skills while also learning cutting-edge computer skills. Many teachers continue to work in the industry, which keeps the program relevant. Montreal’s world-famous digital effects industry is waiting for you upon graduation.

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3 Years

Course Details

Students develop fundamental art skills while also learning cutting-edge computer skills. Many teachers continue to work in the industry, which keeps the program relevant. Montreal’s world-famous digital effects industry is waiting for you upon graduation.

Write, direct, illustrate, produce and act in your own animated films! Perhaps you will even be part of an Oscar-winning VFX team, like some graduates of Dawson’s unique program.

If you would like to:

  • Create characters, worlds, and narratives for film and video games
  • Draw, paint, sculpt
  • Create digital art
  • Watch or create animated films
  • Solve problems

What you will learn?

  • To animate characters with 3D software
  • To model characters, props and the environment using 3D modelling software
  • To produce digital visual effects and composite them
  • To record, manage and edit motion capture data and to apply that to characters
  • To use cameras and lenses for film and photography
  • To coordinate projects, manage time and respect deadlines
  • To draw in proper perspective
  • To use industry standard software
  • To complete a 3D animated film
  • To network, job search and promote yourself

What else you should know?

  • You are not expected to know how to animate before beginning the program
  • The Motion Capture studio gives students the ability to learn and use this industry-level toolset as part of their core curriculum, thus providing them with a major competitive advantage
  • The Computer Animation Labs allow students to use specialized computers and software for their classwork and homework. Students have access to the labs on weekends and evenings as well as during the day, which allows students without a computer at home to succeed
  • The sound recording booth allows students to record voice performances and Foley sound effects for use in the sound design of their film projects
  • Students benefit from belonging to a caring and small community of teachers and students
  • All teachers are well-connected to the industry and some continue to work while teaching

Where will this program lead you?

Most of our students land industry jobs upon graduation.

Careers may include:

  • Animator
  • Modeller
  • Tech-Artist/Rigger
  • Lighting Artist
  • Motion Capture Editor
  • Visual Development Artist
  • Character Designer
  • Storyboard Artist
  • Texture Artist
  • 3D Tracking Artist

What do you need to apply?

  • A Diploma of Secondary Studies (DES) or academic background judged equivalent to the DES
  • Portfolio
  • Letter of intent
  • Montreal Branch

    3040 Sherbrooke St. W, Montreal

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