Animation
Start your Animation career with DCAD
Discover your future in the dynamic world of animation.
The mission of the Animation Program is to provide students with foundational knowledge and application of traditional and contemporary methods of motion generation. The curriculum prepares students with fundamental drawing and design skills, an understanding of the principles of motion, storytelling, conceptual development, and application of these disciplines through a variety of animation techniques.
What You’ll Learn
STORY TELLING
Create powerful storylines that engage audiences and convey messages.
PRINCIPLES OF MOTION
Calculate believable motion in projects that demonstrate principles universal to all forms of animation, including the knowledge of gravity and human locomotion.
ANIMATION TECHNIQUES
Experiment with a variety of animation techniques by using both camera equipment and software.
PRODUCTION PROCESSES
Develop animation projects from start to finish, providing you with essential experience with the processes behind animation production.
HISTORY OF ANIMATION AND FILMMAKING
Analyze the history of animation and filmmaking, and gain valuable knowledge of its technical development.
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Faculty and Staff
Tad Sare
Program Chair, Animation
Animation
Take the First Step Towards an Animation Career
Benefit from our rigorous academics, hands-on studio work, and meaningful mentorship from our faculty of practicing, professional artists and designers.