3D Generalist
Students studying Gnomon’s 3D Generalist curriculum are trained on all aspects of 3D production. This area of study is ideal for students who desire a breadth of knowledge and a skill set that allows them to work in a variety of fields across the various entertainment industries. Curriculum covers multiple subjects with a focus on tools, processes, and workflow, utilizing industry software such as Maya, ZBrush, Photoshop, After Effects, Nuke, Mari, Houdini, and more. With a balance of foundational education and software-based technical training, Gnomon’s 3D Generalist courses offer students an extensive skill set relevant to the demands of the industry.
- Foundational 3D education across multiple areas of study
- Technical training with a focus on tools, processes, and workflow
- In-depth training of industry software such as Maya, ZBrush, Photoshop, After Effects, Nuke, Mari, and more
- Flexibility to customize assignments to fit your desired emphasis
- Opportunities to create and collaborate on demo reel projects
- Various options for elective courses
- Financial aid eligible for those who qualify
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2-Year Curriculum Note: This is a sample curriculum and is subject to change.
- Introduction to 3D with Maya
- Photoshop for Digital Production
- Texturing and Shading 1
- Drawing Fundamentals 1
- Storyboarding
- Overview of Visual Effects and Games
- Hard Surface Modeling 1
- Introduction to Compositing
- Texturing and Shading 2
- Animation and Visual Effects 1
- History and Principles of Animation
- Character Sculpture 1
- Digital Sculpting
- Hard Surface Modeling 2
- Lighting and Rendering 1
- Animation and Visual Effects 2
- Character Animation 1
- Anatomy for Artists
- Character Modeling and Sculpting
- Character Animation 2
- Lighting and Rendering 2
- Art of Compositing
- Digital Photography
- Visual Structure
- Dynamic Effects 1
- Lighting and Rendering 3
- Character Rigging Fundamentals
- HD Digital Filmmaking for Visual Effects
- Expressions and Scripting
- Advanced Compositing
- Dynamic Effects 2
- Houdini 1
- Character Rigging for Production
- Matchmoving and Integration
- Lighting and Rendering 4
- Previsualization and Animatics
- Demo Reel (6 Credits)
- Career Realities
- Look Development
- Elective
- Reel Lab 1
- Reel Lab 2
- Reel Lab 3
- Demo Reel (6 Credits)
- Portfolio and Resumé Workshop
- Digital Matte Painting
- Elective
- Reel Lab 4
- Reel Lab 5
- Reel Lab 6
Alumni Success Stories
Gnomon strives to place graduates into their dream jobs right out of school. Our 2019 employment rates of 97%* for our 2-Year Certificate in Digital Production program means that Gnomon consistently supplies Hollywood’s studios with the talent they need.
Ryan Calloway
Brandon Fayette
Nova Baghdasarian
Hunt Dougherty
"Not only does Gnomon train you with state-of-the-art tools but more importantly, they train you in the art and fundamentals of creating visually stunning imagery. In an industry where the tools and software are constantly changing, I feel like that is the key reason Gnomon rises above all other schools."
"The two year program made for an intensive lifestyle of art and collaboration, and learning as much about design, film, and 3D as possible. Its well rounded and relevant curriculum set me up to be a successful visual effects artist."
