Cartoon - 2D animation
On completion of this course, you will be able to take part in the production of animated films. You will develop skills in designing and drawing characters, locations and props, developing storyboards and colouring drawings and animating characters and visual effects.
About the program
Program objectives
This program trains individuals to become professional illustrators and animation artists who work on animated films mainly intended for the movie industry (feature films and shorts), television series, advertisements and interactive products.
Depending on nature of the project they are mandated with or the steps involved, illustrators may work on designing and drawing characters, sets and locations or accessories. Storyboard creation, colouring as well as character animation and visual effects may also be part of their tasks. While traditional drawing and animation techniques are still widely used in the industry, many illustrators prefer to use digital animation techniques. With experience, illustrators can obtain positions as animation directors, department supervisors and animated film directors.
Students in this program must develop their creativity, visual perception and a strong work ethic. They study movement and master production tools and techniques, both for traditional and digital illustration with a view to creating and producing the various elements of an animated production and integrating these elements into a cohesive finished product.
Qualities and aptitudes required:
Creativity and drawing skills
The ability to balance personal creativity with production requirements
Interest in art and traditional drawing
Critical thinking skills
An open mind and a solid general culture
Proficiency in English (oral and written)
Willingness to learn French
This program trains individuals to become professional illustrators and animation artists who work on animated films mainly intended for the movie industry (feature films and shorts), television series, advertisements and interactive products.
Depending on nature of the project they are mandated with or the steps involved, illustrators may work on designing and drawing characters, sets and locations or accessories. Storyboard creation, colouring as well as character animation and visual effects may also be part of their tasks. While traditional drawing and animation techniques are still widely used in the industry, many illustrators prefer to use digital animation techniques. With experience, illustrators can obtain positions as animation directors, department supervisors and animated film directors.
Students in this program must develop their creativity, visual perception and a strong work ethic. They study movement and master production tools and techniques, both for traditional and digital illustration with a view to creating and producing the various elements of an animated production and integrating these elements into a cohesive finished product.
Qualities and aptitudes required:
Creativity and drawing skills
The ability to balance personal creativity with production requirements
Interest in art and traditional drawing
Critical thinking skills
An open mind and a solid general culture
Proficiency in English (oral and written)
Willingness to learn French
Condition of admission
Before applying to a program leading to a Diploma of College Studies (DCS), applicants who studied in Québec must meet the following three requirements:
The applicant must have a Secondary School Diploma and be in one of the following situations:
The applicant has a Secondary School Diploma (SSD)*
NOTE: a SSD holder that has not passed the following courses may be required to complete remedial courses:
Secondary 5 Language of Instruction
Secondary 5 Second Language
Secondary 4 Mathematics
Secondary 4 Science and Technology or Secondary 4 Applied Science and Technology or Secondary 4 Physical Science
Secondary 4 History and Citizenship Education or Secondary 4 History of Quebec and Canada
The applicant holds a Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) and has successfully completed the following subjects*:
Secondary 5 Language of Instruction
Secondary 5 Second Language
Secondary 4 Mathematics
The applicant has training deemed equivalent by the College.
The applicant has training and experience deemed sufficient by the College and has interrupted full time studies for at least 24 months.
The applicant satisfies, if applicable, the special conditions for admission established by the Minister which specify the program prerequisites*.
The applicant satisfies, if applicable, any special conditions for admission established by the College for each of its programs.
*If the applicant is enrolled in school and completing his or her secondary studies at the time of application, the grades sent by the school must demonstrate that the applicant is passing in all the courses required to complete the SSD and required to fulfill the admission requirements.
The applicant must have a Secondary School Diploma and be in one of the following situations:
The applicant has a Secondary School Diploma (SSD)*
NOTE: a SSD holder that has not passed the following courses may be required to complete remedial courses:
Secondary 5 Language of Instruction
Secondary 5 Second Language
Secondary 4 Mathematics
Secondary 4 Science and Technology or Secondary 4 Applied Science and Technology or Secondary 4 Physical Science
Secondary 4 History and Citizenship Education or Secondary 4 History of Quebec and Canada
The applicant holds a Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) and has successfully completed the following subjects*:
Secondary 5 Language of Instruction
Secondary 5 Second Language
Secondary 4 Mathematics
The applicant has training deemed equivalent by the College.
The applicant has training and experience deemed sufficient by the College and has interrupted full time studies for at least 24 months.
The applicant satisfies, if applicable, the special conditions for admission established by the Minister which specify the program prerequisites*.
The applicant satisfies, if applicable, any special conditions for admission established by the College for each of its programs.
*If the applicant is enrolled in school and completing his or her secondary studies at the time of application, the grades sent by the school must demonstrate that the applicant is passing in all the courses required to complete the SSD and required to fulfill the admission requirements.
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