Attention All Aspiring Animators!!
Join us at our next open day and find out how the animation school can help you kickstart your dream career!
Unlock your potential as an animator
The Animation School is dedicated to helping talented young creatives kickstart their animation careers the right way. Our diploma is designed to give students the practical skills and industry connections they need to hit the ground running after graduation!
When you click on the button below, you can book your spot to attend an open day at The Animation School. You have the option of booking your open day experience at our Cape Town or Johannesburg branch.
The interactive presentation covers all course modules, examples of student work, an overview of the South African animation industry, as well as a how-to guide on applying for the Diploma course.
Life is too short not to pursue your passion
See where our alumni are...
As the 10th best animation school in the world, TAS helps students debunk the myth of having to be based in Hollywood to have a successful film career. With strong ties to some of the biggest names in film such as Paramount and Disney, a qualification from TAS sets students up for lifelong success in digital animation. Take these alumni as an example...
- Celeste Jamneck – Director: The Soloists and Professor. Character/Concept Designer: Kiya and the Kimoja Heroes, Star Wars Visions Volume 2, Kizazi Moto Generation Fire
- Terence Ntsako Tako Maluleke: Now a business owner selling graphic tees with unique designs. Started their own brand - Way Way
- Simangaliso Sibiya: Did a short film for Kizazi Moto, artwork for card trading game, iNTWASO: The Sangoma academy
- Sarah Scrimgeour: Film director at Magic Light Pictures, was an art director, lead compositor and character artist at Triggerfish Animation
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James Man: Blue Zoo Animation Studio UK, Mums Sweater-Gobelins Paris
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Roxanne Joyner: Surfacing Artist in Sydney Australia, My Little Pony, Magic Light Picture
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Dante Jansen Van Vuuren: Senior FX artist at Skydance Animation, Seal Team
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Tumelo Selamolela: Co-founder Digital Canvas Academy, Triggerfish Animation 3D character animator
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Giulia Vanzini: Environment Artist - Axis studio - UK
- Carmia Naude: Compositor at Polycat
- Mikylah Spangenberg: Interned at Punch Club Studios and Sinister Studios, currently a 2nd year lecturer at the Animation School
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Sean Ransom: Architectural Manager, Lead Visualization Artist at Rebel Base Collective.
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Daniel Clark : 3D animator at Triggerfish Animation
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Armand Filmalter: Art Director and Lighting Artist at Triggerfish Animation
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Craig Margolius: 2D character animator at Minds Eye
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Kagiso Silindane: Intern at Graphigem Group
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Jesse Sumares: Animator at Chocolate Tribe, Animator at Polycat, 3D Animator at Moving Picture Company - London
TAS open day experience
The Animation School is offering you an exclusive opportunity to learn everything you need to know about digital animation and the opportunities that await you in the industry.
The interactive open day presentation covers all course modules, examples of student work, an overview of the South African animation industry, as well as a how-to guide on applying for the Diploma course.
TAS open day experience
The Animation School is offering you an exclusive opportunity to learn everything you need to know about digital animation and the opportunities that await you in the industry.
The interactive open day presentation covers all course modules, examples of student work, an overview of the South African animation industry, as well as a how-to guide on applying for the Diploma course.
With The Animation School you can:
Become the best version of yourself: Unleash your limitless potential and seize countless opportunities in the world of animation with a comprehensive qualification from TAS.
Get a head start in your career: Gain access to the most advanced resources and learn from the best in the business. Gain a competitive edge and set yourself on the path to a successful animation career from the get-go.
Build your portfolio while studying: Walk away with an impressive portfolio culminating in a short film that showcases your abilities to potential employers, making you job-ready and providing necessary experience to secure a junior animator position.
Be early to the party: Provisional acceptance into TAS after grade 11 results gives you the freedom to focus on academic performance during your final year of school and ensure a smoother transition into tertiary education.
Set yourself up for life: Our ranking as the 10th best animation school in the world and our strong connections with industry titans will make you the first choice candidate when applying for work after graduation.
Experience is the best teacher
Knowledge is knowing what to do, but experience is what teaches you how to do it. This is why The Animation School’s renowned Diploma In Digital Animation focuses largely on the practical application of skills and techniques. Upon graduation, students have everything they need to hit the ground running and ‘wow’ their potential employers or use their qualification as the perfect stepping stone towards furthering their studies locally or internationally!
The early bird gets the worm
Don’t make the mistake of waiting for too long before submitting an application. Being ranked the 10th best animation school in the world, The Animation School is in high demand and places fill up fast. If you’re exceptionally talented and passionate about animation, don’t hesitate to take the first step towards your dream life.
A reminder of what you will get when you book your open day experience:
✅An exclusive opportunity to learn about digital animation and the industry from experts in the field.
✅An interactive presentation covering all course modules, examples of student work, an overview of the South African animation industry, and a how-to guide on applying for the Diploma course..
✅The chance to ask questions and engage with the faculty and staff to gain insight into the program and the school culture.
✅A chance to experience the state-of-the-art facilities and equipment that you'll have access to if you attend TAS.
✅A taste of the practical, hands-on learning environment that The Animation School offers, which will prepare you for a career in the industry.
✅A unique opportunity to connect with like-minded creatives and network with potential future colleagues and collaborators.
And so much more!
Testimonials
Leola
Nyoka
My son absolutely loves the Animation school. He is currently enrolled for a 3 year diploma in animation.
Thabile Ngwatwana
The Animation School has a very good reputation because over 60% of the students that graduated already have jobs. I love the new campus - more spacious and relaxed. I can't wait to attend this amazing institution!
Zelda Nel Bezuidenhout
What an awesome Open Day! Thanks Nuno for an excellent and highly entertaining presentation.
KEANO. Inc
IT TRULY IS THE BEST OF THE BEST, it has left me speechless
Andre Nathanson
Great presentation. Outstanding work by students.
If you’re a creative genius who aspires to become an animator, don't let the naysayers discourage you from pursuing your passion. The animation industry is booming, and you’ve got the opportunity of a lifetime to book with it.
The Animation School, rated number 10 in the world, is your ticket to success. Our practical and comprehensive diploma program will equip you with the skills and network needed to jumpstart your career in the industry.
Don't wait until it's too late, click the button below to secure your spot at the Open Day Experience and take the first step towards living the life of your dreams!
If you’re a creative genius who aspires to become an animator, don't let the naysayers discourage you from pursuing your passion. The animation industry is booming, and you’ve got the opportunity of a lifetime to book with it.
The Animation School, rated number 10 in the world, is your ticket to success. Our practical and comprehensive diploma program will equip you with the skills and network needed to jumpstart your career in the industry.
Don't wait until it's too late, click the button below to secure your spot at the Open Day Experience and take the first step towards living the life of your dreams!