Module COM7025 Starts 7 October 2024

Animation by AA graduate Robin Herrmann

For our MA students studying with our academic partner Buckinghamshire New University, Module COM7025 (Professional Prep) Starts on 7 Oct 2024.  In this module, which aims to get students ready for the animation industry, students put together a professional-level animation demo reel, and also write a report on the animation industry.   

The theoretical Assignment (Animation Industry Report) is due on Friday 13th December 2024, before 2pm. Demo Reel & Portfolio is due on Friday 10th January 2025, before 2pm. 

Module COM7025 - (Professional Prep) 

Ball throw animation by BNU graduate Joris Van Laar

Through reviewing their work and reflecting on the needs of the industry,  our MA students will assemble a demo reel to showcase your work to prospective employers. 

Students will also finalise a blog or website, join LinkedIn, prepare a professional resume or cv, and research and critically evaluate employment opportunities and current practitioners in the animation and visual effects industries. 

Demo Reel Resources

Start at www.animationapprentice.org

We have many resources available for putting together a great animation demo reel.  As ever, students should log in to www.animationapprentice.org for learning resources.  Also see the links below:

• 12 Steps to Create a Great Animation Reel
• Demo Reel Advice - at Skwigly
• Demo Reel Advice by Animal Logic

Blog and/or Website

• Why Animators Need their Own Blog or Website

Linkedin & CV

• Why Animators Need to be on LinkedIn
• Six Rules to Create a Great CV

Jobs Resources at BNU and Animation Apprentice
We have many resources available aimed at helping our students find work in the animation industry. To get started, see the blog posts below:

• How do Graduates Find Work in the Animation Industry?
• Be the Rhino - Rejection is Normal
• How to Write a Cover Letter
• How to Find an Animation Internship
• Blue Zoo Recruitment Tips
• Escape Studios' Free Industry Survival Guide
• Escape Studios Free Careers Guide
• Michael Morgan: "From the Classroom to the Studio"
• How to be a Freelance Animator
• 12 Rules to Find Work in the Animation Industry
• Pixar Advice for Graduates
• Why Animators Should Apply For Jobs Twice
• Job Interview Strategy with Kevin Richards
• Why Animators Should Attend "Bring Your Own Animation"

To find out more about Animation Apprentice, click here for a link to Frequently Asked Questions. To sign up for our next classroom at Animation Apprentice, follow this link.