Become a Professional Animator in 3 Simple Steps – Without A-Levels

Feb 10, 2022

Start your career as an animator with these 3 simple steps

Do you dream of creating your own animations that are seen by people all over the world? If so, then a career as a professional animator may be perfect for you. At the College of Art and Design, we specialise in offering courses to candidates that want to take the next step in a creative career without the need for A-Levels.


Find out more about what we have to offer and start on the path to success today.


What Does a Professional Animator Do?


Being an animator is a varied and exciting career that takes a lot of time and dedication. Animators work to create a range of special effects and animations for a wide range of media needs. From animated films to adverts and games to tv, there is a huge range of scope for newly qualified animators to show off what they have to offer. 


In some cases, animators specialise in key aspects of animation. This could include CGI animation, hand-drawn animation, 3D model animation and more. Ultimately, if animation is something that interests you, there are many ways for you to achieve your goals in an animation career.


What is a Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Animation?


Many people think that pursuing a career in animation isn’t possible for them because they don’t have A-Levels. However, a lack of A-Levels does not need to be the difference between you becoming an animator or not. 


At the OCAD we offer an Ofqual regulated, Online Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Animation that gives you enough UCAS points to apply to university. 


The course is run completely online, meaning that you can work from wherever you are and still get the outcomes you want. Our team is full of educational experts that want to help you get onto the university course that interests you the most as well as supporting you as you work towards a career in animation.


These 3 Steps Can Change Your Life


If you are not sure whether we have what you need then take a look at the three steps you need to take to become an animator and see how step one is completed with our help:


  1. Enrol on the Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Animation and complete all the work set by the required deadlines.
  2. Then apply and enrol on the university course that offers everything you need.
  3. Finally, apply for your first job in animation and start using all the skills you have learned to create a career that works for you.


Reach Your True Potential Now!


Many people find themselves believing that without A-Levels they can’t achieve the dreams and aspirations that they once had. Rather than falling for this lie, enrol on the OCAD course today and take control of your own destiny. If you want to ask a question or find out more about the Level 3 Foundation Diploma then our team would love to talk to you – connect with us today to take the next step!


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