Animation & Rich Media, Introduction to Animation & Rich Media, Certificate is a Certificate program offered by Des Moines Area Community College in West Des Moines, IA. The program takes 14 credits to complete, with a total tuition of $3,010.
Program Overview
Location: West Des Moines
Pathway: Design, Media, & the Arts
Program Graduation Requirements: To earn an Animation Rich Media Certificate, a student must complete all required coursework as prescribed and maintain a 2.0 grade point average.
Total Credits Required to Complete this Award - 14 Credits
What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?: - Have good computer skills. - Have strong verbal and written communication skills - Must be able to follow directions, instructions and take direction from supervisors, clients and co-workers - Attention to detail, analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. - Ability to learn new procedures and software technical skills quickly and independently. - Teamwork, collaboration and the ability to take direction from supervisors, clients and coworkers to improve your work. - Manage your time to meet established deadlines, work on multiple projects, and stay within a project budget. - Work long hours on a computer using specialized design software. - Desire and discipline to spend whatever time it takes to complete complicated projects.
What Else Should I Consider about this Program or Career Choice?: - Provide a foundation toward career options within the animation industry. - Constantly evolving industry requires motivation and lifelong learning to stay up-to-date with technology. Related Job Title: Multimedia Artist and Animator Entry Level: $21,841 Median Salary: $33,596 Experienced: $54,783 - 70,530 Sources: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/arts-and-design/multimedia-artists-and-animators.htm#tab-5
Program Competencies: - Evaluate the Principles of Design, Composition, and Motion to communicate effective visuals - Organize rich media and animation industry research - Construct living forms from basic, geometric shapes - Judge movement by drawing for motion and animation - Create vector shapes and paths in Adobe Illustrator - Generate a digital illustration in Photoshop - Create 3D objects - Compare the Traditional Animation Process to the computer 3D process - Appraise the process of drawing from life - Interpret character development and determine the illustration needs for effective characters
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
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Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
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Program Schedule
Students may start this program Fall semester
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Career Outcomes
What Kind of Work Will You Do?: - Use animation to communicate messages, stories, and ideas to others - Create digital characters, objects, and environments - Create quality assets for film, television, video games, and more. - Plan, budget and produce animation projects - Edit, finish and render animation projects
School Information
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide