RUBIKA ANIMATION
3D Animation
➕ JOB DESCRIPTION
3D animators work on animation films or advertisements using computer-generated images. Endowed with a particularly developed artistic and observational sense, they implement on computer the expressions and movements that will give life to the characters, creatures and objects present in the film.
➕ YOUR QUALITIES
Artistic and creative sense, pronounced taste for drawing, rigour, patience, method, team spirit.
PRESENTATION
RUBIKA’s 3D Animation training course rains high-level creative and technical people ready to enter the markets of animated films, 3D image or advertising.
Technical and demanding, the training places students in conditions like those of a professional studio. Through practical works, students discover the different stages of an animated film production : script, storyboard, art direction, modeling, animation, editing… A large part of the training is also devoted to management and working methods in a studio. The last year of training is devoted to a short-animated film realized in a team presented in front of a professional jury. This project allows students to put into practice the skills acquired during their training.
TRAINING PLAN

GROUNDING
PROJECT
COMIC STRIP DESIGN
WORKSHOP
STOP-MOTION

CONSOLIDATION
PROJECT
REALIZATION OF A VERY SHORT ANIMATED 2D FILM
WORKSHOPS
PHOTOGRAPHY
UNITY
GREEN BACKGROUND

PROFESSIONALIZATION
PROJECT
REALIZATION OF A VERY SHORT ANIMATED 3D FILM
WORKSHOPS
UNITY
PHOTOGRAMMETRY
OR TEXTURING
HOUDINI (VFX SPECIALIZATION) OR 3D ANIMATION
INTERNSHIP
2 MONTHS


Equivalent to 180 European Credit Transfer System

SPECIALIZATION
PROJECT
REALIZATION OF A VERY SHORT ANIMATED 3D FILM
WORKSHOP
3D ANIMATED
SEQUENCES
REPRODUCTION
INTERNSHIP
2 TO 3 MONTHS

EXPERTISE
PROJECT
INTENSIVE PRODUCTION OF A 3D ANIMATED SHORT FILM


Certified Level 7 European Qualification Framework
TRAINING OBJECTIVES
LEARN
To observe and reproduce reality
UNDERSTAND
The production line of an animated film
MASTER
The tools for creating still and animated images
REALIZE
Short animated films in team
DEVELOP
His/her culture of animation and his/her critical mind
ACQUIRE
The working methods of a professional studio
TEACHINGS
GENERAL CULTURE
History of animated film, art history, film analysis, semiology, English…
TECHNICAL GROUNDING
Image design, 2D computer graphics, photography, script, storyboard, video, editing…
DIGITAL TOOLS
Adobe, Maya (Animation), ZBrush, Arnold (Rendering), Houdini (Special Effects), Nuke (Compositing), Redshift, Storyboarder, TVPaint…
Animation
Character animation, setup, facial animation, acting, character design…
ARTISTIC GROUNDING
Creative design, color, anatomy, typography, artistic development, visual communication…
Volume
Initiation to volume, perspective, modelling, stop-motion sequences, 3D modelling…
REALIZATION / MANAGEMENT
Script, layout, editing, sound design, production management, team management…
ART DIRECTION
Matte painting, lighting, special effects, compositing, advanced modelling…
ADMISSIONS
Accessible from BAC to BAC+3 (high school graduation to degree level), the training is aimed at curious and creative students wishing to integrate 3D Animation jobs. Students are selected through an entrance exam, a motivation interview and their portfolio review.
ENTRANCE EXAM DATES
➔ February 18, 2021
➔ February 19, 2021
➔ February 25, 2021
➔ February 26, 2021
Registration deadline: February 10, 2021 (opening soon)
REQUIREMENTS
➔ Graphic skills
➔ Strong general and specialized culture
➔ Aptitude for teamwork
TUITION FEES
➔ Bachelor cycle: 8250€/year
➔ Master Cycle: 9500€/year
Possibility of scholarships
JOBS AND CAREERS

The animation field is 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 first in Europe and the third in the world, behind the United States and Japan. The French Touch has a worldwide influence. It is a considerable asset for our graduates, who will easily find international opportunities.
The animation jobs are multiple and evolving. The diploma awarded by RUBIKA covers many responsible positions:
— 3D Animator
— Layout Artist
— Character Artist
— Storyboard
— Character Designer
— Setup Artist
— Concept Artist
— Art Director
— 3D Graphic Designer
— and many others…
TESTIMONIES
“RUBIKA allowed me to explore all aspects of a 3D film production and gave me method, technique and know-how.”
“Through its generalist approach, the school allowed me to discover the 3D professions in animated films cinema and to choose the branch I liked the most: surfacing.”
“Rubika trains some of the best French 3D artists because it teaches them how to learn. It made me grow in many ways. I gained a family!”
“RUBIKA offers a complete artistic and technical training to enter the demanding field of animated films.”