Animator : Training

Most animators learn on the job but attending classes and courses can be helpful, either to refresh or hone your skills in drawing, modelling or in software. A list of media and multimedia courses can be found at British Film Institute (BFI) .

Larger companies may offer a more formal training package. This might include taking a Masters qualification in animation or working towards a professional qualification in a more specialist area.

There are around 100 short courses and master classes, lasting from a few days to several weeks, covering specific areas of animation. Visit the Skillset: The Sector Skills Council for Creative Media  for details.

Local audiovisual sector skills councils can be very useful when it comes to researching short courses or opportunities to develop further specialist areas. Contact Skillset to see which organisation covers your nation/region of the UK. Local sector skills councils may, in turn, direct you to local organisations that offer audiovisual training, for example Cyfle  in Wales or South West Screen  in Bristol.