Animation and Web Design

The Animation and Web Design Program is a hands-on program that focuses on the creative technical skills and strategies necessary for the creation of 2D and 3D animated content and the design and development of web pages. Students will explore animation and web design by using and applying industry-standard software applications, concepts, and design strategies. Through the combination of design, graphics, animation, and programming, students will be able to see their visions come to life and explore the integration of animation and the web. The collection of skills acquired throughout this 4-course sequence can be applied across various industries and career fields. Upon completion of this program, students will have a digital portfolio of original projects that will highlight their abilities, knowledge, and accomplishments.

Program Path:

  • Exploratory Classes:
    • Intro to Digital Media
    • Intro to Photoshop
    • Intro to Illustrator
  • Year 1:
    • AWD1 - Fundamentals of Animation and Motion Graphics
    • AWD2 - Fundamentals of Website Design
  • Year 2:
    • AWD3 - Advanced Animation and Motion Graphics
    • AWD4 - Web Style and Design

Post-Secondary Agreements:

  • Great Bay Community College:
    • DGMT135G - Intro to Photoshop
    • DGMT175G - Adobe Illustrator
    • DGMT125G - Intro to Animation
    • CIS124G - Web Development I
  • Each Running Start course is 3 credits

Licenses, Certificates, and Affiliations:

  • ACA in Adobe Dreamweaver and Adobe Animate

What You'll Learn

  • 2D/3D Animation
  • HTML, CSS, JavaScript
  • User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Computer Illustration

Career Opportunities

  • Animator
  • Illustrator
  • Web Developer
  • Web Designer
  • UX or UI Designer
  • Game Designer
  • Graphic Designer
  • Mobile App Developer

Mrs. Renee Dodge

MRS. RENEE DODGE

Experience:

  • 9 years in public education teaching courses focused on web design, animation, graphic design, and other technology-related topics.
  • 15 years in post-secondary education teaching technology and business courses.
  • Prior employment includes industry positions in technical support, marketing, and public relations.

Education/Credentials:

  • Digital Design Certification - University of New Hampshire
  • Master's Degree in Business Administration - Southern New Hampshire University
  • Master's Degree in Business Education - Southern New Hampshire University
  • Bachelor's Degree in Marketing - Bentley University

Email: [email protected]

DIGITAL MEDIA COMPETENCIES