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Are you looking to start a rewarding career in the Animation industry, but aren’t sure where to start? Look no further than MTM’s 4-year Animation Diploma program. You’ll get the skills, hands-on training, and career support you need to begin a career as an Animator upon graduation.
You will graduate with a solid portfolio, a demo reel, the skills to write a cover letter and résumé, an online profile page, and the ability to conduct yourself professionally in a job interview.
Most of our instructors are working professionals, and we have strong contacts in the animation community. Our annual Industry Event showcases graduating students and is well attended by representatives from animation and gaming companies. Feel confident that you’ll be receiving the industry support you need to succeed in the Animation industry.
In addition to a series of both classical and digital animation courses, the Animation Diploma curriculum includes in-depth drawing classes, cartooning, acting for animation, character design, background painting/design, and a sequence of visual language, storytelling and storyboarding courses.
In Year 3, as the culmination of a series of linked courses, you will produce an original short using 2D computer animation. Year 3 students are at the college for an extra month to work on their films and receive an additional 36 hours of instruction during this time.
In Year 4, in addition to advanced courses in 3D animation, you will work in a group and participate in a simulated 3D production experience directed by an industry professional. This is a longer academic year, with an additional 3 weeks added to each semester.
The fun, online quiz takes 3-minutes to complete and you’ll get a personalized report. Identify your strengths and social style plus the training and positions you’re best suited for. Get your Creative Career Training Readiness score now!
You can view our KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) from previous years here.
In order to graduate, you must pass all of the following courses.
Note that, due to scheduling requirements, courses will sometimes be offered in terms or years different from the schedule below. For complete course descriptions, please consult our course or contact the school.
Beginning Life Drawing 1
Perspective 1
Design & Composition
Principles of Drawing 1
History of Animation & Animation Production Process
Introduction to Animation
Colour Theory & Background Painting
Beginning Life Drawing 2
Perspective 2
Structural Drawing 1
Principles of Drawing 2
Cartooning 1
Animation Basics 1
Digital Background Painting
These are the directions that need to be closely followed because, although we are approved by RBC and Scotiabank, we aren’t an OSAP school. Without following the process they request, your local branch will not find us listed.
ROYAL CREDIT LINE FOR STUDENTS ROYAL BANK FINANCIAL GROUP QUALIFIED* applicants in Greater Toronto Area (GTA) may apply for a Royal Credit Line for students at the Royal Bank Financial Group – Dundas & Spadina Branch, 500 Dundas Street West, please call:
Customer Assistance Officer @ (416) 974-0458 for an appointment with Jennifer Yu.
For applicants from another RBC branch outside GTA, have your Bank Representative contact Jennifer Yu for further information.
SCOTIABANK STUDENT LINE OF CREDIT
Canadian students can apply for a Student Line of Credit at the Bloor St West branch of Scotiabank – 992 Bloor St West, Toronto, ON M6H1L8, please call:
Diego Goya @ (416) 538-5236 x4206
Max The Mutt College of Animation, Art & Design is listed as an approved exception to the Government provided approval list.
Applicants should bring two I.D (e.g. social insurance card, driver’s license, Canadian passport, birth certificate), a statement of income and also the Letter of Acceptance from Max the Mutt. If you have accounts with Royal Bank, bring the RBC client card.
*Applicants without sufficient credit history or a current income will require a cosigner with satisfactory credit history and income. The cosigner also has to bring two I.D. and a statement of income to the branch.
Max The Mutt College of Animation, Art & Design is listed as an approved exception to the Government provided approval list.
Program Details
Duration
4 Year Diploma Program
Tuition
Year 1 - $12,500 ($18,000 International)
Year 2 - $12,500 ($18,000 International)
Year 3 - $12,500 ($18,000 International)
Year 4 - $12,500 ($18,000 International)
Campus
Need to Knows
This is a FOUR YEAR DIPLOMA, the first year of which now includes basic representational art skills (drawing, perspective, structural drawing, colour theory) and Cartooning 1, Storytelling & Story Development, Intro to Animation, Animation Basics 1, History of animation & Animation Production. For direct entry into year two or three, students may apply for advanced standing. To qualify for advanced standing, into any year, students must submit portfolios demonstrating skills equivalent to those developed in the year or years preceding the year they are applying for.
“I have had the tremendous pleasure to work with and hire some amazing talent who have graduated and teach at Max the Mutt. As a Recruiter I meet with graduates from all of the programs across Canada and I have always found that the individuals I meet (and hire!) from Max the Mutt are very prepared for the real world of Animation Production. Maxine and Tina are personally invested in the future of all of the students who walk through their doors and that shows in the work ethic they instill in their students and their continued support for their academic and career development. Max the Mutt is always at the top of my list for Campus recruitment.”
