Animation is pure imagination and one of the only industries where you get to create what has never been seen before. It is a profession where technical expertise and application is as important as raw talent; this is where SAE comes in.
Tools, software, and industry partners
ANIMATION SKILLS
Character animation (2D/3D)
Visual storytelling
3D modelling & computer graphics
Visual effects & motion graphics
Career options
A MYRIAD OF CAREER OPTIONS
3D or 2D Animator
Concept Artist
Motion Graphics Designer
Storyboard Artist
Media Industry Specialist
FX Artist
Technical Artist
3D Asset Modeller
3D Character Modeller
Hone your skills using industry-standard software in state-of-art labs and studios
Collaborative project-based courses to get you industry-ready
Student support team to help you navigate your journey with SAE
Lecturer Spotlight
Meet Alan
Based in Glasgow, our Animation Lecturer Alan Welsh is also a SAE alumnus.
He is a technical artist with a skill set including creating 3D game assets alongside his work as an educator. You can learn more in our recent interview, where Alan shares his thoughts on the role of game animators, SAE’s community and how the course prepares students to enter the industry.
