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Animation & Rich Media, Introduction to Motion Graphics, Certificate



The Animation Introduction to Motion Graphics Certificate focuses on the fundamental skills required for the Motion Graphics industry.

Students will learn how to create digital artwork and prepare assets for animation using Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop.

Use Adobe After Effects to bring graphical assets and scenes to life, and add special effects to video footage.

Students will learn essential industry techniques for generating video and audio assets.

For more information about the Introduction to Motion Graphics Certificate, please visit our website at http://www.dmacc.edu/programs/animation/Pages/welcome.aspx.

Program Details


Locations: West


Students may start this program Fall semester


Program Entry Requirements (Inactive)


Program Graduation Requirements


To earn a Motion Graphics Certificate, a student must complete all coursework as prescribed and maintain a 2.0 grade point average. 

Total Credits Required to Complete this Award - 12 Credits


Fixed Costs


Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$174.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs


Books (approximate) 45-65 50-70 50-70
Supplies 30 30 30
External Hard Drive 100-200

 


 
PC Computer 1500-2000

 


 
Recommended Software

 


 


 
Design Software 20-30 20-30 20-30
Portfolio

 


 
100

Approximate total cost for the program: $4,083-$4,773

What Kind of Work Will You Do?


  • Create digital assets and graphics for animation
  • Use animation to communicate messages, stories, and ideas to others
  • Create digital characters, objects, and environments
  • Create graphics and special effects for live action film and television.
  • Create quality assets for film, television, and more
  • Plan, budget and produce animation projects
  • Edit, finish and render animation projects

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 Motion Graphics and 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://dmacc.emsicc.com/careers/multimedia-artist-andanimator?radius=®ion=Des%20Moines-West%20Des%20Moines%2C%20IA https://www.bls.gov/ooh/arts-and-design/multimedia-artists-and-animators.htm#tab-5 



 



 



Related Job Title: Motion Graphics Artist Entry Level: $31,000 Average: $42,473 Source: https://www.glassdoor.com/Salaries/des-moines-motion-graphics-artist-salarySRCH_IL.0,10_IM235_KO11,33.htm 



 



 



Program Competencies


  1. Create vector shapes and paths in Adobe Illustrator
  2. Generate a digital illustration in Photoshop
  3. Modify imported video footage
  4. Execute the animation process
  5. Create standard video shots
  6. Demonstrate effective video editing techniques.
  7. Employ the use of audio editing techniques
  8. Appraise Audio Wave Forms and files

2020





Nondiscrimination Statement


Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.

Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provost’s office, the Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515/964-6857, dso@dmacc.edu. Title IX questions and concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515/964-6216, Title9@dmacc.edu. Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczysnki Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, phone 312/730-1560, fax 312/730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339 Email OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.

DMACC offers career and technical programs in the following areas of study:
Agriculture, Natural and Environmental Science
Architecture, Engineering, and Construction
Arts, Design, and Visual Communication
Business, Management, and Marketing
Education, Public, and Human Services
Health Science
Hospitality and Culinary
Information Technology
Manufacturing
Transportation & Logistics

Entrance requirements for specific programs can be found at https://www.dmacc.edu/admissions/Pages/checklist.aspx. (2021)