2D-3D Animation & Digital Arts
24 Months
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What you'll learn
Turn your creativity into a career with the 2D/3D Animation and Digital Arts diploma program at The Maritime College. Designed for aspiring artists, animators, and digital creators, this hands-on program combines artistic development with technical training using industry-standard software and production techniques.
Students gain experience in animation, digital sculpting, character design, storyboarding, visual effects, game art, and motion graphics while building a professional portfolio and demo reel. Graduates leave prepared to pursue opportunities in animation studios, gaming, film production, digital media, and freelance creative industries.
Why this Program?
Why this Program?
Learn by Creating
This program is built around hands-on learning, allowing students to develop practical skills through real creative projects rather than theory alone.
Industry-Focused Curriculum
Students learn modern animation and digital art techniques aligned with current creative industry standards and workflows.
Build a Professional Portfolio
Portfolio and demo reel development are integrated throughout the program to help students showcase their skills to employers upon graduation.
Experienced Instructors
Students learn from instructors with real-world experience in animation, gaming, visual effects, and digital production.
Creative Career Preparation
In addition to technical training, students develop presentation, collaboration, and professional communication skills that support long-term career growth.
Areas of study
In addition to technical training, students develop presentation, collaboration, and professional communication skills that support long-term career growth.
- 2D & 3D Animation
- Character Design & Development
- Storyboarding & Visual Storytelling
- Digital Sculpting
- Game Art & Asset Design
- Motion Graphics & Visual Effects
- Rendering, Lighting & Texturing
- Concept Art & Illustration
- Video Editing & Production
Industry Software Training
Students receive training using professional creative tools commonly used within animation and gaming industries, including:
- Autodesk Maya
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe After Effects
- ZBrush
- Substance Painter
Course Structure
Year 1
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Admission Requirements
What you'll need to apply:
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrate creativity and interest in digital media or animation
• Have basic computer literacy skills
• Be motivated to develop artistic and technical abilities
Previous animation experience is not required. Students from both artistic and non-traditional backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Admissions representatives may also discuss career goals, portfolio interests, and program suitability during the admissions process.
Placement Assistance
Graduates of the 2D/3D Animation and Digital Arts diploma program may pursue careers such as:
• 2D Animator
• 3D Animator
• Character Designer
• Storyboard Artist
• Concept Artist
• Game Artist
• 3D Modeler
• Texture Artist
• Lighting Artist
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Visual Effects (VFX) Artist
• Digital Illustrator
• Multimedia Designer
• Freelance Digital Artist
Creative industries continue to expand across gaming, streaming media, film production, digital marketing, and online entertainment, creating opportunities for skilled digital artists and animators.
Instructors
The Experts Behind Your Success
Matthew Goodmanson
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Matthew Goodmanson is an award winning 2D/3D artist with over 20 years of experience performing various roles in an art pipeline. After graduating from the 3D Animation and Visualization course at MacKenzie College in 1999, Matthew headed to Sydney, Nova Scotia, where he helped produce TeleTOON’s Halloween Special, Evil Scmeevil, first as a concept artist and storyboard artist, and then as the production manager.
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"An amazing program taught by people that know the industry and are willing to share the tools needed to go directly into the field."
Wayne MacEachern
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"I’ve had nothing but great experiences since my start on March 21, 2022. Everything from the staff and course content has been wonderful and I am excited to finish!"
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