J.J. ABRAMS
Producer:
Star Trek, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
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Overview
Gnomon is a postsecondary institution that has provided training in digital production for the entertainment industry for more than 25 years. The school offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, a certificate program, and individual courses in areas including 3D modeling, animation, visual effects, game art, and related fields. External publications such as The Hollywood Reporter (2025) have included Gnomon in their annual listings of U.S. colleges and animation schools based on their own methodology. Gnomon’s programs are designed to provide structured learning aligned with current industry practices.
Mission
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At-A-Glance
550+ Total Student Body
80+ Unique Courses
98% BFA Placement Rate*
79% Certificate Program Placement Rate*
1000+ Industry-Employed Graduates
14 Average Class Size
96% Retention Rate for First Year BFA Students
0% Delinquency Rate on Private Loans
*Employment rates follow ACCSC definitions and are verified by an external firm. Data is available from the Placement Office.
Our Approach
Gnomon centers its curriculum around industry demand. Our education emphasizes professional application and spans a wide range of subjects across the production pipeline
Where You'll Learn
Gnomon’s 45,000 sq ft campus is located in North Hollywood, CA, providing students with access to a community of working artists in the field.
Who You'll Learn From
Gnomon’s instructors are working professionals who are well versed in the most up-to-date software, hardware, and techniques used in VFX, games, and animation.
History
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I only wish that Gnomon had existed when I was a kid. Their professors and founders are people who truly inspire. They don’t just teach the ‘how to,’ they give you context, understanding, and expectations of ‘how to on the job’. It’s that amazing ideal, where art and making a living peacefully co-exist. You can certainly become a successful working artist without Gnomon, but with their pedigree, placement stats, culture, and track record, why take that chance?
