4 Certificate Degrees in Special Effects 2024
Motion Design and Animation Certificate
Continuing and Professional Education at The New School
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- Online USA
Full time, Part time
2 semesters
Distance Learning
English
Explore both concept development and technical approaches to time-based storytelling. Learn about the video process from start (storyboarding, editing, and creating special effects) to finish (grading and polishing content to produce professional-quality videos). You leave with a solid foundation for entry into this popular specialized field.
- San Francisco, USA
Full time
8 semesters
On-Campus
English
The four year certificate program provides students with a disciplined approach to the study of Animation & Visual Effects. Student portfolios will demonstrate the variety of skills and creativity developed. Graduates enter the field prepared for professional opportunities in Animation & Visual Effects. Students take electives and art history courses to round out their experience. Unlike the BFA program, students pursuing the Certificate program do not take liberal arts coursework.
- Toronto, Canada
On-Campus
English
The Creature Design Certificate Program teaches students how to fully design and create original character concepts. The SFX makeup training includes special effects sculpting; an important skill for working within special effects makeup labs for film, television, or theatrical productions.
- Paris, France
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
French
Virtual editing is done in real time and the evolution of post-production software makes it possible to create simply breathtaking special effects. This training focuses on non-linear editing with Final Cut Pro and creating effects with After Effects. Students must acquire a professional level in editing, special effects and master the aesthetics of the image during production.