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Digital Art & Animation

DIGITAL ANIMATION School

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From ideation to animation

Welcome to the epic world of Digital Art and Animation (DAA) at the University of Silicon Valley! This is where you learn the ABCs of 3D. Our Digital Art and Animation programs let you dive headfirst into the exciting digital, 3D animation field. Prepare for a well-rounded skillset perfectly tailored to the industry’s demands.

Our Digital Art & Animation Programs:

  • Bachelor of Arts in Digital Art & Animation
  • Diploma in Concept Art

 

In the BA degree program, you’ll have the chance to specialize in four awesome areas through program electives: 3D Animation, 3D Modeling, Entertainment Design, and Technical Art. The coursework combines traditional and digital arts, giving you a solid foundation in theory, production, and general education.

Unleash your creativity and collaborate with fellow DAA students and other departments on thrilling projects. Your artwork will come to life for the world to see as we provide numerous opportunities for public exhibition.

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DIGITAL ART & ANIMATION PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

3D Animation

Explore core principles of movement and expression using industry-standard 3D modeling and animation tools.

Environment Art

Design digital environments for film, games, and immersive media using the latest in entertainment design techniques.

Character Modeling & Texturing

Create high-quality 3D characters and assets with professional tools and workflows, then enhance them with detailed materials, sculptures, and textures

Lighting, Rendering
& Technical Art

Learn how lighting and camera work shape the mood, tone, and polish of final animation projects.

Storyboarding & Visual Development

Build skills in concept art and scene planning to support pre-production for animation and digital content.

Studio Experience

Work in collaborative pipelines where technical art bridges creativity and code—integrating assets, optimizing scenes, and expanding your demo reel with real industry tools.

Diploma & Degree Programs

Bachelor of Arts in Digital Art & Animation

Got big ideas? Bring them to life with our BA in Digital Art & Animation. Learn how to turn sketches into characters, scenes into stories, and concepts into stunning visuals for animation, film, or games. Work alongside other artists, grow your portfolio, and shape the worlds you imagine.

Degree Focus Areas:
-3D Modeling
-3D Animation
-Entertainment Design
-Technical Art

Diploma in Concept Art

Sketch. Paint. Create worlds. The Concept Art Diploma builds your skills to design characters, environments, and storyboards for animation and film. Develop your craft, expand your portfolio, and roll credits into our Digital Art & Animation bachelor’s when you’re ready for more.

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Real World Learning.
For Reels.

At the University of Silicon Valley, we don’t just teach animation—we connect it to the real world. While studying Digital Art & Animation, you’ll participate in studio-style courses that mirror professional production. You’ll collaborate in teams, follow creative pipelines, and build projects that reflect real industry workflows.

Plus, we offer paid internships designed to help you gain experience in animation and digital content creation.

  • Get Hands-On Experience
  • Work On Real Projects
  • Make Industry Connections
  • Earn Money While You Learn
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Potential Digital Art & Animation Career Options

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  • 3D Generalist
  • 3D Modeler
  • Character Designer
  • Compositor
  • Concept Artist
  • Lighting Artist
  • Look Development Artist
  • Pre-visualization Artist
  • Quality Assurance Artist
  • Rigger
  • Storyboard Artist
  • Technical Director
  • Texture Artist
  • VFX Artist
  • 3D Animator

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USV alumni have gone on to work at some of the most prestigious studios in the video game industry. 

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Tech Pack™
Your Essential Creative Toolkit

Picture this: Your files, multimedia masterpieces, and coursework are all at your fingertips, 24/7. That’s the magic of Tech Pack™.

What’s in the box? A sleek laptop and media creation software tailored to your program, keeping you in sync with the ever-evolving industry standards. And it’s yours to keep after you graduate, setting you up for success in the future. Whether you’re crafting the next big game or working on mind-blowing multimedia projects, Tech Pack™ has your back.

The exact components of your Tech Pack™ might vary based on what’s available when we ship it out. No worries – it’s all part of your total education cost. Oh, and about the software? You’ll need to do a quick download using your USV email. Just a heads-up, there might be a small cost involved. Keep it in the loop!

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What's included*:

Dell G15 Gaming Laptop
Dell G15 Gaming Laptop
HUION Inspiroy H1060P Graphics Drawing Tablet
HUION Inspiroy H1060P Graphics Drawing Tablet

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