PREMIER ANIMATION SCHOOL FOR OKLAHOMA CITY’S NEW ANIMATORS
Calling all aspiring animators! Your gateway to a thrilling career in the booming animation industry lies just a few hours from Oklahoma City. For animation school excellence, Hollywood Animation Academy in Kansas City is the one to trust. We're not just a typical art and design school; we're your launchpad to success in the field of animation, fueled by decades of industry expertise and a passionate community.
WHAT IS HOLLYWOOD ANIMATION ACADEMY?
Are you a student looking for an animation school near your Oklahoma City home? Hollywood Animation Academy in Kansas City is a specialized private school dedicated to nurturing aspiring animators. Our faculty is composed of experienced professionals from premier animation schools and globally renowned studios, ensuring our students gain top-notch industry insights.
For hiring, animation studios require only a portfolio, making a degree in the field somewhat useless. Due to this, our program is quicker than the typical college animation program experience in Oklahoma City (two years as opposed to four). We also remove all unnecessary courses, meaning you work on animation only throughout your time at Hollywood Animation Academy.
THE NUMBERS LOOK GOOD!
Your animation job will be something to be proud of. The animation industry is projected to surge by 16% in the next decade, offering average animation artist salaries for the television, game, and film industries that exceed $45 per hour.
Job Opportunities & Salaries for Character Animation Artists in the U.S. in 2022:
- Television Animation Artist: Ranges from $110,000 to $150,000
- Film Animation Artist: Ranges from $92,250 to $120,000
- VFX and Video Game Animation Artist: Ranges from $92,250 to $150,000
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, Animationguild.org, talent.com, comparibly.com
Ready to shape the future of animation? Train alongside industry experts in our 2-year program, mastering skills like 2D and 3D animation, character design, directing, and more.
Graduate career-ready, equipped for in-demand jobs with starting annual salaries exceeding $100K. No degree is required! Take your first step toward your dream career at Hollywood Animation Academy!
OUR PROGRAM
LEARN TO MAKE THE THINGS YOU LOVE TO WATCH AND PLAY!
TRAINING
Learn from industry veterans who have brought iconic characters to life at major studios.
CREATE
Develop your skills in storytelling, character design, animation techniques, and more.
GROW
Work in a supportive and inspiring environment alongside talented artists, building your network and professional skills.
BUILD
Build a demo reel showcasing your talent and open doors to your dream job.
TAKE YOUR FIRST STEP TOWARD
YOUR DREAM JOB!
Think you've got the spark for 2D, 3D, or game animation? Get your hands on our course catalog! Discover how Hollywood Animation Academy can ignite your passion! (Developed drawing skills are necessary. Online classes open to ages 14+).
Gavin Dell
Founder and Lead Instructor
Gavin Dell, Hollywood Animation Academy's founder and lead instructor, is a multi-hyphenate animation veteran with a resume that speaks for itself. He has experience in directing Family Guy, Scooby-Doo, Bordertown, and Central Park; animating for Chuck Jones and Warner Bros., Steven Spielberg, and Tim Burton; and receiving credits from The Pink Panther, The Simpsons, X-Men, Pirates of the Caribbean, Life of Pi, Gears of War 2, Silent Hill, and more.
Gavin has mastered the art of storytelling across multiple forms of media. His deep understanding of 2D and 3D animation, coupled with his experience at major studios like Disney and Pixar, translates into our cutting-edge curriculum. Learn from a legend and join the ranks of tomorrow's animation stars at Hollywood Animation Academy. His credits can be found on IMDB.com.
6 reasons to choose HAA for your animation training
- Unmatched Industry Experience: Our instructors have walked the animation studio floors. No other program boasts such a wealth of collective industry expertise. Your competitive advantage starts here!
- Proficiency in Cutting-Edge Industry Software: We utilize cutting-edge software prevalent in the industry. Studios highly regard prospective employees who are skilled in using these programs.
- Pro-Level Training, Zero Filler: Forget generic coursework. Our 2-year curriculum is 100% animation-focused, packed with practical skills and portfolio-building exercises.
- Portfolios Are #1: Your work tells your story! Hollywood Animation Academy’s instructors have reviewed countless portfolios for leading studios. They will guide you in crafting a showstopper.
- KC Rocks: This thriving, affordable city is just a short drive from Oklahoma City. Our animation school mimics the city in which it resides, pulsating with creative energy. Walt Disney started his career in Kansas City—and you can, too!
- Work-Ready in Half the Time, for Half the Cost: Compared to traditional colleges, our program gets you job-ready quickly and affordably.
Don't let your animation dreams remain on paper! Contact Hollywood Animation Academy in Kansas City today and take your first step toward a fulfilling animation career. Reach out to learn more about our online animation school and commuting from Oklahoma City for our 2D, 3D, and game animation programs.
Did you know when you are watching animation 30 frames go by per second? Did you know the voice actors act out the script into recordings for storyboard artists to then be the first to visualize the script? They say animators are actors, only with a pencil, well now they use a lot of different tools. This course will introduce you to the basic fundamentals that make animation work, and where animators fit into the process of making films, games, and television shows. We will discuss the history of animation and see where it is going. It is an eye opening introduction to the magic, the art, and the craft. Great for younger students as well ages 14 up with strong basic computer skills. On the final day of class, you will learn to animate the Iron Giant or Lego Batman!
3D Animation fundamentals will teach you how to use Autodesk Maya to create animation using character rigs. It’s like puppeting your character without drawing! You will learn the basics of weight, posing, timing and movement to create some awesome pieces for your portfolio using characters like the Iron Giant, Homer Simpson, Woody and Buzz and even Spongebob!