DURATION OF THE COURSE
5 YEARS
Entry Level
POST-SECONDARY ADMISSION
CAMPUS
VALENCIENNES
Tuition fees
from 9100€ / YEAR
DIPLOMA LEVEL
LEVEL 7 OF RNCP
2D ANIMATION COURSE
Taught entirely in French 🇫🇷
RUBIKA Animation‘s 2D Animation course trains high-level creative and technical people prepared to enter the 2D animation film market.
The goal of the course is for each student to be able to join a studio after having seen and practised the various phases necessary for the production of a 2D animated film: script, storyboard, art direction, animation, editing, sound design, etc. A large part of the course is devoted to drawing practice (morphology, characters, posing, animation, etc.) and to working with the digital tools used in the different companies of the sector (ToonBoom, TV Paint, AnimateCC, etc.). The annual projects allow the students to put into practice the skills learned in class and to work on project and team management. The final 2D animation project at the end of the course will be presented in front of a jury of professionals.
The goals of the course are :
- To learn to observe and reproduce reality
- To master the tools for creating static and animated images
- To develop an animation culture and a critical mind
- To understand the production chain of an animated film
- To create short animated films as a team
- To acquire the working methods of a professional studio
The curriculum includes several periods of internship.
THE COURSE IS MADE FOR YOU IF…
➔ You are creative and like to tell stories
➔ You have a passion for drawing and creating characters
➔ You want to discover the main software for visual creation
➔ You like cinema and are passionate about animation
➔ You wish to join a production studio
➔ You are looking for an international school with a great network of graduates
BECOMING A 2D ANIMATOR IN 5 YEARS
Basics
PROJECT
PRODUCTION OF A 2D ANIMATED SEQUENCE
WORKSHOPS
STOP-MOTION
PROJECT
PRODUCTION OF A VERY SHORT 2D ANIMATION FILM
WORKSHOPS
PHOTOGRAPHY
STOP-MOTION
AFTER EFFECTS
Practical application
PROJECT
PRODUCTION OF A 2D ANIMATED SHORT FILM
WORKSHOPS
3D MODELLING
CAMERA MAPPING
UNITY
INTERNSHIP
2 MONTHS
Mastering
PROJECT
PRE-PRODUCTION OF THE GRADUATION FILM
WORKSHOP
PRODUCTION OF ANIMATED SEQUENCES IN 2D
+ SHOWREEL
INTERNSHIP
2 TO 3 MONTHS
Expertise
PROJECT
INTENSIVE PRODUCTION OF A 2D ANIMATION SHORT FILM
LESSONS
SKETCH / DRAWING
Master traditional drawing techniques and transpose it to the digital world using software
SOFTWARE
Master the technical skills and the associated software needed to make animated films
ANALYSIS AND CREATIVITY
Learn a sequential, scrupulous and creative methodology
CULTURE
Provide a general overview of the history of art and animation
MANAGEMENT
Manage a multidisciplinary team to make a successful project. Share a creative vision
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Ensure production management: organisation, planning, project monitoring, production, communication…
ENTRANCE COMPETITION & ADMISSIONS
The program is designed for curious and creative students wishing to enter the 2D Animation industry. Students are selected through anentrance exam, a motivation interview and a review of their portfolio.
THURSDAY, APRIL 20, 2023
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
VALENCIENNES CAMPUS
2D ANIMATION ENTRANCE EXAM
PARALLEL ADMISSIONS
The competition consists of a general and specialised culture test, three creativity tests and an oral motivation test where the candidate supports their portfolio. The deadline for registration for the competition is midnight on 07 February 2023. An invitation is sent by e-mail a few days before the date of the tests.
FRIDAY, APRIL 21, 2023
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
REMOTE
2D ANIMATION ENTRANCE EXAM
PARALLEL ADMISSIONS
The competition consists of a general and specialised culture test, three creativity tests and an oral motivation test where the candidate supports their portfolio. The deadline for registration for the competition is midnight on 07 February 2023. An invitation is sent by e-mail a few days before the date of the tests.
THURSDAY, APRIL 27, 2023
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
VALENCIENNES CAMPUS
2D ANIMATION ENTRANCE EXAM
PARALLEL ADMISSIONS
The competition consists of a general and specialised culture test, three creativity tests and an oral motivation test where the candidate supports their portfolio. The deadline for registration for the competition is midnight on 07 February 2023. An invitation is sent by e-mail a few days before the date of the tests.
FRIDAY, APRIL 28, 2023
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
REMOTE
2D ANIMATION ENTRANCE EXAM
PARALLEL ADMISSIONS
The competition consists of a general and specialised culture test, three creativity tests and an oral motivation test where the candidate supports their portfolio. The deadline for registration for the competition is midnight on 07 February 2023. An invitation is sent by e-mail a few days before the date of the tests.
Our programs are open to everyone. In some cases, a year of preparatory classes may be useful to ensure the fundamentals.
TESTIMONIALS
“RUBIKA has given me the opportunity to explore all aspects of a 3D film production and has provided me with methodology, technique and know-how.”
“Through its generalist approach, the school made it possible for me to discover the 3D professions in the animation industry and to choose the branch that I liked the most: surfacing.”
“Rubika trains some of the best French 3D artists because it teaches them to learn. It has made me grow in many ways. I made myself a family there!”
“RUBIKA provides a comprehensive artistic and technical training for entering the demanding sector of animation film.”
JOBS AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The animation sector is both dynamic and job-creating. With a long tradition of animated films, the French industry has more than 7,200 employees and nearly 130 studios. It is the largest one in Europe and the third largest in the world, behind the United States and Japan. The French Touch shines throughout the world. It is a considerable asset for our graduates who will easily find opportunities abroad.
The animation professions are numerous and evolving. The diploma issued by RUBIKA covers many positions of duty:
— Concept Artist
— Layout Artist
— Character Artist
— Storyboard
— Artistic Director
— and many others…