Awards

Friday, 5 September 2025

Winter Class Starts on 3 November 2025

"Mrs Claus" by Robin Herrmann
Our Winter Animation Class begins on Monday 3rd November 2025.  It's not too late to book a place; all you need to do is visit the main Animation Apprentice site and go through a few simple steps.

If you want to learn 3D animation to a professional level, and start your new career as an animator - your journey starts here.

Wednesday, 3 September 2025

How Graduates Get a Letter of Recommendation

For animation graduates, a Letter of Recommendation is often requested when applying for jobs, internships, or postgraduate opportunities.  Here at Animation Apprentice we write them on a regular basis.

Employers and studios want to know what you’re like to work with, and a letter from a trusted tutor or mentor can help convey that.  Are you a team player? Do you show up on time? These are the "soft skills" that employers look for.

Here are some tips to make the process of getting a reference or letter or recommendation as smooth as possible:

Tuesday, 2 September 2025

Screen Skills Animation Trainer Finder 2025

Apply at Screen Skills' official site
On September 1st Screen Skills launched a new paid placement scheme for graduates, The "Animation Trainee Finder". Applications for the scheme are now open, and close on Friday 26th September 2025.

"Animation Trainee Finder" places trainees on animation productions and aims to ensure a steady supply of talent for the UK animation industry.