5 Reasons to Study Animation at Capilano University

Becoming an animator takes skill, dedication, and resilience. If you want to work in animation, CapU is the place to develop your craft.

Written for Capilano University by Bee de los Ríos

Are you looking to get into the animation business and need help figuring out where to start? Capilano University is the place to go!

Here are five reasons why CapU is the perfect spot for up-and-coming animators:

1. A strong program

CapU offers three programs in animation, in:

• 2D animation
• 3D animation, and
• visual effects

are comprehensive and well-known in the industry. From the first class, students start building their skills from the basics to specialization.

Students without much experience in animation can pursue a two-month citation in animation fundamentals to help develop the required skills for further study.

2. Experienced faculty

Instructors at CapU either work in the industry or have done so for a long time. Students will gain a detailed understanding of the industry and receive mentorship from professionals with decades of knowledge.

3. Build your network

Throughout the program, students will have opportunities to build their networks, including internships, attending local animation festivals, and site visits to local animation studios and production companies.

4. State-of-the-art facilities

CapU students train on the same equipment as major companies in the film, animation, and gaming worlds. Computer labs are modern and well-equipped, with spaces like a motion capture studio, life drawing studio, and a personal workstation for every student each term. Students in the 3D animation and visual effects programs get to keep their computers at the end of the program.

5. Portfolio development

Students in the programs gain skills and confidence, creating high-quality work, which will then help them create showreels and portfolios, which can be used to apply for jobs within the industry.

Learn more about the animation programs available at Capilano University by booking an appointment with a recruitment advisor now!