Animate Stories. Captivate Audiences.
Turn your doodles into a dream job.
Animate with precision through Owens’ comprehensive two-year degree. This program prepares you for a career in digital media or animation by building a rock-solid foundation in traditional art fundamentals alongside cutting-edge digital animation techniques.
Develop deep expertise and create a polished portfolio and demo reel while taking general education courses that sharpen your communication and problem-solving skills. Graduate qualified for professional roles requiring a degree—in less time and at lower cost.
Skills you’ll learn in this program:
- How to bring characters to life: Master animation techniques that make audiences believe in your creations.
- Command of every platform: Produce stunning video, immersive sound and dynamic content that captivates across all digital channels.
- Designing for Impact: Create illustrations, typography and graphics that demand viewer attention.
Small Classes. Expert Guidance.
At Owens, you have a team of dedicated, experienced instructors guiding you. In turn, your faculty are supported by an Advisory Committee of local and national artists and educators.
Our instructors are experts who take pride in your success. Combined with our small class sizes, you’ll get one-on-one mentorship and precise technical feedback tailored to your goals.
Award Type
Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
Department
Department of Creative Arts and Media
Required Credit Hours
61-64
An Inside Glimpse
2
Years (4 semesters)
$27
Potential hourly wage by 2028 for animator roles in Ohio
5
Graduates in the first graduating class in May 2024
Express Your Vision, Elevate Your Art
Owens’ two-year animation program blends artistic foundations with cutting-edge digital production techniques that today’s entertainment and gaming industries demand. Your confidence will flourish as you work in our modern creative facilities—three Mac computer labs and a video production lab. You can even showcase your best work at the Walter E. Terhune Gallery.
Build essential skills in visual technology careers, Mac applications, digital imaging, vector design, and photography. Develop your creative voice through drawing fundamentals, animation history, animation principles and professional digital media tools.
Master industry standards with advanced digital video production, 2D animation, character animation, life drawing and visual communication techniques. Prepare for your career through real-world internships, art history, marketing skills and comprehensive general education. You are required to complete an internship to graduate.
You’ll develop the discerning perspective that distinguishes professional animators from hobbyists. Every project will strengthen your demo reel, creating a powerful showcase of your creative identity and technical expertise.
Program Learning Outcomes
You will be able to:
- Demonstrate the computer applications and software.
- Apply principles of video and animation production.
- Utilize cinematic communication through narrative and composition.
- Integrate drawing, illustration and typographic skills in the creation of motion
graphics. - Assemble a professional body of work demonstrating practical application of
skills. - Demonstrate understanding of artistic concepts and their implementation.
Animation at Owens Community College
Career Outcomes
Launch your creative career crafting motion graphics that bring stories and brands to life. From animating blockbuster films and designing immersive game worlds to creating viral marketing campaigns, the opportunities are limitless.
You’ll graduate with industry-standard expertise, a portfolio that proves your range and a demo reel that showcases your talent.
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In Their Words
“I felt there is more focus on community and connection to students than there was in high school. I found encouragement and support from not only my professors, but also classmates which has had a profound impact on my success.”
Gabe Syverson, Creative Arts and Media, ’25
Getting Started at Owens
Begin your high-quality education at an affordable price today!
Enrollment is easy—just fill out an online admissions application to get started. We’ll ask you to submit your transcripts for course placement and college credit.
Upon acceptance, schedule a meeting with your admissions advisor to register for classes. Next, attend an on-campus orientation and meet with your student financial services advisor to discuss ways to pay for college.