Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects

The Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects associate degree program at Newschool of Architecture and Design in San Diego, California is offered by this private for-profit institution. The program falls within the digital media and animation field (CIP 10.0304) and provides students with training in animation principles, visual effects, motion graphics, interactive media design, and digital production techniques used in film, gaming, advertising, and multimedia industries.

Students pursuing this associate degree can expect coursework covering 2D and 3D animation, digital compositing, storyboarding, and software tools commonly used in professional production environments. The program is designed to build a portfolio of work alongside technical and creative skills, preparing graduates for entry-level roles in animation studios, game development companies, advertising agencies, and digital media firms in San Diego and beyond.