Free Level 3 Art and Design Course in Walthamstow. Classes run full-time at Big Creative Training Campus, five days a week during the day. The course runs over 12 months and covers traditional drawing, 2D and 3D animation, digital illustration, character design, and visual storytelling. You'll work on industry-led briefs and build a professional portfolio using tools including Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, and Blender. To apply, you'll typically need five GCSEs at grades 4 to 9, including English or an equivalent qualification. A grade 3 or Level 2 in Art and Design is desirable. University of the Arts London awards this qualification.
Who this course is for
This course has been designed for young people who want to start the process of becoming a digital artist, concept artist or animator for film, TV, Games or VFX industries.
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs at grades 4-9 including English (or equivalent).
A GCSE grade 3 or Level 2 in Art and Design would be desirable.
What you will learn
You'll practise life drawing, sketching, and traditional art foundations
You'll create 2D animations and storyboards
You'll design characters and develop visual storytelling skills
You'll build 3D models and animations using Blender
You'll produce motion graphics and VFX using Adobe After Effects
You'll work with stop motion equipment including professional lighting and rostrum setups
You'll create digital illustrations using Photoshop and Krita
You'll develop a professional portfolio through project-based and industry-led briefs
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on studio projects, industry-led briefs, and portfolio-based work. Classes are classroom based and run full-time during the day at Big Creative Training Campus. You'll use professional animation equipment and Adobe Creative Cloud software throughout. Assessment is portfolio based, with your body of work demonstrating your skills and creative development across the year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Big Creative Training Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Animator, creating 2D or 3D animation for film, TV, or games
Concept artist, developing visual ideas for games, film, or TV productions
VFX artist or compositor, working on visual effects for screen
2D or 3D modeller, building assets for games or animation studios
Motion graphics designer, producing animated content for broadcast or digital media
Digital illustrator, creating artwork for publishing, advertising, or online platforms
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Animation, Illustration, or Graphic Design at university. Your portfolio from this course supports applications to art and design degrees.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Creative Media or Graphic Design. A work-focused route into the creative industries at Level 4 or 5.
CIPD or specialist short courses in specific software such as Adobe Animate or Cinema 4D, to deepen technical skills for employment.
