Training For Studios

Subsidized classes for eligible entertainment industry employees.

Subsidized and cost-free classes are available at Gnomon for those who meet Employment Training Panel (ETP) eligibility requirements. Gnomon is an approved school for both funding options, if you are not sure if you qualify – just ask!

For any inquiries, please contact our Office of Industry Outreach and Development: professionaltraining@gnomon.edu or call our office at 323.466.6663.

All Costs 100% Covered

The Employment Training Panel (ETP) is a state agency that funds the costs of training for key California industries, including entertainment and multimedia. Thanks to ETP-funded programs, approved companies can now offer their employees fully covered training opportunities through Gnomon, which include our on-campus and online courses, studio lab time, learning resources, and more!

Learn New Skills and Toolsets Applicable to Your Career

All of our classes can be taken through the Employment Training Panel program, including our online courses and those offered during evening and weekend hours.

Topics covered:

• Modeling & Sculpting
• Texturing & Shading
• Lighting & Rendering
• Visual Effects Tools & Techniques
• Rigging
• Animation
• Dynamic Effects
• Scripting & Programming
• Compositing & Motion Graphics
• Matte Painting
• Games Tools & Techniques

Take Courses Covering the Latest Software

Gnomon’s curriculum is continuously adapting to suit industry needs. Our instructors are working artists who have hands-on experience with the software that’s currently being used in the industry and can offer real-life experience and practical application examples to help students get a grasp of new technology.

Software included:

• Houdini
• ZBrush
• Nuke
• Photoshop
• Adobe After Effects
• Vray
• Mari
• Substance Painter & Designer
• Marmoset Toolbag
• Unreal Engine
• Redshift

Gain Access to Gnomon's Learning Resources and Educators

In addition to taking classes with some of the top working artists in the industry, Gnomon students have access to numerous other learning resources, including our on-site library, which was specifically designed for Gnomon students and visiting artists in mind.

ETP Eligibility

In a nutshell, State of California employers with two or more full-time employees are eligible to apply for ETP funds. You can find out more about the application process by speaking with our Outreach and Development Department.

Gnomon can provide ETP-funded classes to employers and studios related to the entertainment industry.

Entertainment eligible fields: Film, television, animation, video game developers and publishers, visual effects, post production, VR/AR, advertising and public relations agencies, and themed entertainment.

If, for any reason, you are not sure if your industry field is eligible, feel free to ask our Outreach and Development Department.

Take Subsidized Classes @ Gnomon

If you’re a member of a local entertainment industry-related union, you may be eligible to take subsidized classes at Gnomon. The Contract Services Administration Training Trust Fund (CSATTF) reimburses qualified members up to two thirds the cost of approved classes.

Members at the following local unions are eligible to apply for reimbursements through the CSATTF: Local #44, 695, 705, 706, 755, 800, 839, 871, 884 & 892

For any inquiries, please contact our Office of Industry Outreach and Development: professionaltraining@gnomon.edu or call our office at 323.466.6663.