Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects

The Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects program at Des Moines Area Community College is a two- to four-year certificate offered at this public college in Ankeny, Iowa. This program falls within the visual communication technologies field (CIP 10.0304) and trains students in digital animation, interactive media production, video graphics, and visual effects techniques used in media and entertainment industries.

Students in this program develop technical and creative production skills suited for roles in animation studios, digital media companies, and related fields. Des Moines Area Community College also offers a shorter one- to two-year certificate in the same area, along with related programs including Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Network and System Administration/Administrator, Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance, and Funeral Service and Mortuary Science.