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Digital Media ()

Prerequisite: None

 

This course will guide students to build a skillset in digital media with a focus on photoshop. Students will also learn basic audio, animation keyframing and video editing using Adobe Audition, After Effects, & Premiere Pro

Concepts Covered:

  1. Employability and careers

  2. Develop & reference technical documentation

  3. Publish & evaluate animations

  4. 2d animation techniques

Animation 1 (5901)

Prerequisite: Digital Media

 

This course will cover the history and 12 principles of animation with 2D hands-on projects. Students will have a basic understanding of animation and intro to 2d tools & techniques. Students will Edit their Animations and videos with Premiere Pro and earn a certification.

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Units Covered:

  1. History of 2D Animation

  2. Careers in Animation

  3. Animation Principles & 2D Fundamentals

  4. Framing and Motion Graphics

  5. Character Design and Rigged Animation

  6. Alternative Methods of Animation

Animation 2 () Double-Blocked Class

Prerequisite: Digital Media

 

This class guides students in exploring animation's creation processes, history, principles, techniques, pipeline, and career options focused more strongly on 3D. We aim to enhance artistic and technical skills, nurturing a genuine passion for animation.

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Units Covered:

  1. History of 2D & 3D Animation

  2. Stop-Motion & Claymation

  3. Preproduction

  4. 3D Modeling

  5. 3D Texturing

  6. 3D lighting & Rendering

  7. Animating with Blender 2D tools

  8. 3D Animations ( Ball bounce, Legs walk cycle...etc)

Practicum Animation (aka Anim3) Double-Blocked Class

Prerequisite: Animation 2

 

This class guides students in exploring animation's creation processes, history, principles, techniques, pipeline, and career options. We aim to enhance artistic and technical skills, nurturing a genuine passion for animation. Success hinges on active involvement, time investment, and collaborative efforts among parents, students, and teachers.

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Units Covered:

  1. Pre-Production - Animated Short

  2. Production - Animated Short

  3. Post Production Techniques

  4. StoryTelling

  5. Shot Analysis & Composition

  6. Exploring Alternative Animation Techniques & Processes

  7. Portfolio Development

JASON GOODWIN

 Graphic/Game Design & Animation Instructor

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