New Zealand Diploma in Animation (Level 6)
Creative Media
A course by
SIT
Develop practical 3D animation and visual effects skills with a focus on audience-centred storytelling. Study in a collaborative environment, work on solo and team projects, and prepare for creative roles in animation and screen industries.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Invercargill / HyFlex, Invercargill
It will take a total of 1 year
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Develop specialist practical animation skills
Gain advanced abilities in 3D modelling, rigging, animation, surfacing, lighting, and rendering for narrative and character-driven projects.
Produce collaborative and solo creative content
Apply critical teamwork and independent project skills to produce both individual and team-based animation and creative media works.
Implement visual effects and compositing techniques
Utilise contemporary VFX production pipelines to create professional composite digital projects for film, games, and screen.
What You're Signing Up For
The New Zealand Diploma in Animation (Level 6) is a one year full-time programme that teaches you to craft rich animated storytelling experiences using industry standard techniques and technology. You will become part of a collaborative, creative team environment, developing skills in 3D animation and visual effects, digital and studio drawing, character and story development, sound production, and project management. Delivered in a HyFlex (onsite or flexible distance) format, the diploma prepares you with the skills required for employment in the animation, screen, and creative industries or for further study.
Course Content
- Cross-Disciplinary Workshops: innovative, collaborative industry-driven projects
- 3D Animation Production: story and character driven 3D projects, production pipelines, modelling, rigging, animation, and rendering
- Studio Drawing: development of physical and digital drawing skills for narrative projects
- Studio Digital: creative industries practice, project research, and digital portfolio development
- Audio Techniques: sound production and manipulation for creative projects
- Visual Effects Compositing: VFX pipelines, compositing tools and techniques
What you need to know first
Preference given to those who have completed New Zealand Diploma in Animation (Level 5) or similar
All applicants must submit a portfolio and attend an interview
University Entrance (NCEA Level 3) with required literacy and numeracy credits OR evidence of aptitude or relevant experience for those over 20 years
Portfolio: 10 free-hand drawings and examples of recent artwork, academic transcripts, and a handwritten statement outlining interests and goals
Contact details for two referees
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Animation
Screen and Film Production
Digital Media
Games
Future employment opportunities might be
3D animator
Visual effects artist
Compositor
Storyboard artist
Animation production assistant
Game artist
Junior creative roles in the animation and screen industries
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