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San Diego, CA
College Professor with 15+ Years of Teaching 3D Animation
I have taught Animation at the college level for over 15 years. I specialize in 3D animation using Maya. Learn how to create walk cycles and how to incorporate Disney's 12 principles of animation to enhance your work! I focus on body mechanics and acting scenes complete with lip sync...
I have taught Animation at the college level for over 15 years. I specialize in 3D animation using Maya. Learn how to create walk cycles and how to incorporate Disney's 12 principles of animation to enhance your work! I focus on body mechanics and acting scenes complete with lip sync...
David helped my son figure out an animation he had been stuck on for weeks. He gave him a new way of looking at it and some tools to accomplish what he wanted. They worked it out and it looks like my son is much less stressed out ... - Michael

Near San Diego, CA
Communications Bachelor with 10+ years experience in TV and Media
Experienced Producer, Director, Editor and Animator for local TV stations and multimedia-outlets in San Diego, California. Professional Motion Graphics Animator with 10+ years of working experience. Artistic style direction and animation for TV productions and marketing campaigns. Intern Teacher...
Experienced Producer, Director, Editor and Animator for local TV stations and multimedia-outlets in San Diego, California. Professional Motion Graphics Animator with 10+ years of working experience. Artistic style direction and animation for TV productions and marketing campaigns. Intern Teacher...
Sahid has been helping me with animation using Adobe After Effects and video editing using Premiere Pro, and the lessons have been extremely helpful, especially for someone with little experience. His teaching style is hands-on, a... - Sam, 30 lessons with Sahid
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B.F.A in 2d animation
Finished my B.F.A in 2d animation at SCAD, extensive knowledge and training in various aspects of 2d animation and the pipeline, specialized in the field of FX, but have extensive knowledge in all aspects of the pipeline. Have 4...
Finished my B.F.A in 2d animation at SCAD, extensive knowledge and training in various aspects of 2d animation and the pipeline, specialized in the field of FX, but have extensive knowledge in all aspects of the pipeline. Have 4...

Broadcast Graphic Show Opens and Sports Packages
I have worked on several show opens for major network TV channels as well as Cable channels. I have worked on animation packages for the Super Bowl, TV Shows and other high profile formats.
I have worked on several show opens for major network TV channels as well as Cable channels. I have worked on animation packages for the Super Bowl, TV Shows and other high profile formats.
I’ve been learning 2D animation with John, and it’s been an awesome experience so far. He’s super patient and kind, which makes it easy to ask questions and stay comfortable during lessons. He covers a lot of material in each sess... - Eva, 3 lessons with John

Animation Professor with 10 years of Teaaching Experience
I have a Bachelor's in Creative Media in Animation and Visual Effects from NMSU and a degree from Vancouver Film School's Animation program, both with honors. In my classes, I've guided undergraduate students through...
I have a Bachelor's in Creative Media in Animation and Visual Effects from NMSU and a degree from Vancouver Film School's Animation program, both with honors. In my classes, I've guided undergraduate students through...

Professional Storyboard Artist in Feature and TV Animation
After graduating ArtCenter College of Design with a Bachelors in Entertainment Design I quickly moved to working in storyboards for Feature and TV Animation. Some of my most recent credits include the children's TV series "LEGO...
After graduating ArtCenter College of Design with a Bachelors in Entertainment Design I quickly moved to working in storyboards for Feature and TV Animation. Some of my most recent credits include the children's TV series "LEGO...

Digital Artist Specializing in Animation and Visual Development
Graduated from the Digital Media program at the Orange County High School of the Arts with a firm understanding in concept design and animation. Named California Art's Scholar from graduating under the California Summer School of the...
Graduated from the Digital Media program at the Orange County High School of the Arts with a firm understanding in concept design and animation. Named California Art's Scholar from graduating under the California Summer School of the...
Showed me some things on Photoshop, like how to make a video animation. Very patient and knowledgeable. Great! 5/5. Would recommend. - M. Gabriela

Character, Prop, EFX and Background Designer in Animation 10+ Years
I have designed appealing characters, props and backgrounds in a variety of styles from realistic to graphic to anime inspired on shows like Batman, Avatar and Rick&Morty. I've worked in a variety of settings from Sci-Fi to Fantasy...
I have designed appealing characters, props and backgrounds in a variety of styles from realistic to graphic to anime inspired on shows like Batman, Avatar and Rick&Morty. I've worked in a variety of settings from Sci-Fi to Fantasy...

Animator & Illustrator
My background in animation combines hands-on practice with a solid understanding of core animation principles. I work mainly with Adobe After Effects, and I also create on the iPad using tools like Procreate and other...
My background in animation combines hands-on practice with a solid understanding of core animation principles. I work mainly with Adobe After Effects, and I also create on the iPad using tools like Procreate and other...
It was a pleasure to have Rafael as a tutor. I needed to create an infographic for a class I am taking online, and I was completely lost. I was not familiar with Canva until Rafael came to the rescue. He walked me through each ... - Cornelious, 2 lessons with Rafael

B.A. in Visual Arts with Animation Concentration
I'm a professional 2D Animator with a BA in Visual Arts (Animation Concentration). I have over 10 years of professional experience in the industry, including studio, freelance, and personal work. I teach animation...
I'm a professional 2D Animator with a BA in Visual Arts (Animation Concentration). I have over 10 years of professional experience in the industry, including studio, freelance, and personal work. I teach animation...

3D Animation
Although my experience is mostly in character and game animation I have a strong command of the principles of animation and can apply them to anything needing motion! I have worked on cinematics for the Skylanders franchise and have...
Although my experience is mostly in character and game animation I have a strong command of the principles of animation and can apply them to anything needing motion! I have worked on cinematics for the Skylanders franchise and have...
Paul gave me an overview of 2D animation on Blender so I could feel comfortable navigating the software while completing my first Animation 101 assignments. He also made sure my submissions were top-notch by ensuring that I follow... - Troy, 31 lessons with Paul

Emmy Awarding winning animator 15+ professional here to help you!
I'm currently a Lead Animator with over 15 years of experience and use daily: Cinema 4d, Maya, After Effects as well as most of the Adobe Creative Suite. I'm well experienced in mentoring and teaching methods and theory in...
I'm currently a Lead Animator with over 15 years of experience and use daily: Cinema 4d, Maya, After Effects as well as most of the Adobe Creative Suite. I'm well experienced in mentoring and teaching methods and theory in...

4.7, all As High School Graduate, majoring at CSUN in Art.
I have been drawing professionally for 3-4 years under multiple instructors. 3D wise, I've been studying animation, sculpting, rigging, and other aspects for the last 2 years, and am now majoring in this subject at CSUN. Overall,...
I have been drawing professionally for 3-4 years under multiple instructors. 3D wise, I've been studying animation, sculpting, rigging, and other aspects for the last 2 years, and am now majoring in this subject at CSUN. Overall,...

BFA in Studio Arts Specializing in 3D Animation
I have worked 5 years creating 3D animations in programs like Maya, Blender, and Iclone. I have worked in many different styles ranging from Stylized to Realism. I have worked on projects where I rigged and animated the characters...
I have worked 5 years creating 3D animations in programs like Maya, Blender, and Iclone. I have worked in many different styles ranging from Stylized to Realism. I have worked on projects where I rigged and animated the characters...
Michael is a great teacher and is not only knowledgeable but personable as well and I highly recommend that you try some sessions with him. I am a self-taught animator and Michael has really helped to fill in the gaps. Michael pro... - Arleen, 14 lessons with Michael

Associate Professor
I have been teaching 3D Animation, 3D Modeling, 3D Rigging, 3D Visual Effects, and related topics for 18+ years at a four year college. I use 3ds max to teach most of the above, but am able to do the same with Autodesk Maya. I also helped...
I have been teaching 3D Animation, 3D Modeling, 3D Rigging, 3D Visual Effects, and related topics for 18+ years at a four year college. I use 3ds max to teach most of the above, but am able to do the same with Autodesk Maya. I also helped...
I needed a tutor last minute and Tim stepped in and helped. He knew I was on a time crunch and stayed a little overtime with me. When he had an opening he quickly let me know so we could continue our session. - Sara

Digital Art Instructor with emphasis in 2D and 3D animation
I have taught many collegiate level digital art classes in both 2D and 3D animation at The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Columbia College, DePaul University, The Illinois Institute of Art, and Tribeca Flashpoint College.
I have taught many collegiate level digital art classes in both 2D and 3D animation at The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Columbia College, DePaul University, The Illinois Institute of Art, and Tribeca Flashpoint College.
Jason was a very big help with my animation project. He is very knowledgable and helpful with Maya and the complete animation process. I would definitely recommend him. - Jack, 17 lessons with Jason

Certified Trainer with specialization in Harmony and Storyboard Pro
Certified Harmony Instructor and animation director for more than 15 years. Worked on TV and Feature Films with the ability to train in how to setup character rigs, create layouts, do advance compositing with special effects and draw...
Certified Harmony Instructor and animation director for more than 15 years. Worked on TV and Feature Films with the ability to train in how to setup character rigs, create layouts, do advance compositing with special effects and draw...
Tim is a very friendly and kind tutor. He helped me a lot with learning Storyboard Pro and covered the basics really well. I was able to learn quickly and effectively with his instruction. He also let me know that he has experienc... - Rei, 2 lessons with Tim

3D Animator focused on Character Animation
My focus is on character animation and I have worked on big projects animating characters such as Super Mario, Geoffrey Giraffe, God of War Kratos, Ryan Reynolds voiced "Sugar Panda", etc. I animated all animation...
My focus is on character animation and I have worked on big projects animating characters such as Super Mario, Geoffrey Giraffe, God of War Kratos, Ryan Reynolds voiced "Sugar Panda", etc. I animated all animation...
Peter helped my daughter with a project for her animation class and helped her so much. We will definitely use him again. He was very patient and guided her step by step to help her finish her assignment. Highly recommend!! - J, 9 lessons with Peter

3D Animation Instructor 15+ years Animation and Teaching Experience
I've been a Working 3D Animator for 15+years, and a Mentor, Instructor, and Professor of Animation at: Animation Mentor, Chapman University, APU, LCAD, and CalArts. I've created college level animation...
I've been a Working 3D Animator for 15+years, and a Mentor, Instructor, and Professor of Animation at: Animation Mentor, Chapman University, APU, LCAD, and CalArts. I've created college level animation...
Leigh taught me how to place 3D animated objects onto my screen (which would have taken me long time if I did it myself). He was very patient with me as I tried to learn how to work the program. Great Tutor!! - Bernadette, 2 lessons with Leigh

Blender, Adobe, Animation and Arts Teacher for STEM
I opened my animation studio as a maker space to host Animation Summer Camps in 2006. Since then I have designed curricula for schools and libraries that use Animation as an outlet to learn STEM related subjects blended with...
I opened my animation studio as a maker space to host Animation Summer Camps in 2006. Since then I have designed curricula for schools and libraries that use Animation as an outlet to learn STEM related subjects blended with...
My daughter was applying early decision to an art school, and wanted to do an animation. She had some experience with animate pro, and with the ins and outs of how to make an animation set to music. That being said, she didn’t hav... - Kate, 3 lessons with Jay

Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts & Animation
I have been the lead animator for Kinetic House Inc. since 2007. I have also been a freelance artist since 2005 to the present and I participate in many groups via social media platforms to help others in my free time. I also do offer...
I have been the lead animator for Kinetic House Inc. since 2007. I have also been a freelance artist since 2005 to the present and I participate in many groups via social media platforms to help others in my free time. I also do offer...
Very smart and understanding. He helps alot in my work. He is a nice person. I think I’m going to succeed in animation. - Zila, 5 lessons with Hugo

B.F.A in Animation from the Savannah College of Art and Design
I currently do freelance work for a small studio creating 2D rigs for Youtube related content. I have also received my B.F.A in animation from the Savannah College of Art and Design. Currently, I tutor younger students in beginner...
I currently do freelance work for a small studio creating 2D rigs for Youtube related content. I have also received my B.F.A in animation from the Savannah College of Art and Design. Currently, I tutor younger students in beginner...
I am new to animation and Sarian helped me with the basics of Adobe Animate. She was flexible and explained things in the simplest terms possible. I felt super comfortable and really enjoyed learning with Sarian. I am already plan... - Dione

Ten+ Years of animation experience
Through out my career I have used animation skills learned from my time at Full Sail to animate everything from mechanical parts to full on human characters. While it may not have been the strong focus of my career, i have done quite...
Through out my career I have used animation skills learned from my time at Full Sail to animate everything from mechanical parts to full on human characters. While it may not have been the strong focus of my career, i have done quite...
I have really high standards when hiring someone to teach me computer related tasks. I am a computer science professor with a strong background in video/photo work. I understand biomechanics, but have little experience as an anima... - Jeffrey, 5 lessons with Griffin

Learn Animation using After Effects/ Animation CC from a professional
I'm a Creative Director, an Art Director, Senior Graphic Designer and Illustrator and Motion Designer. I've used After Effects and Animation CC professionally to create banners, film inserts and promotions and as introductions for...
I'm a Creative Director, an Art Director, Senior Graphic Designer and Illustrator and Motion Designer. I've used After Effects and Animation CC professionally to create banners, film inserts and promotions and as introductions for...
Very accommodating , professional and in-depth knowledge. Can cover a wide variety of Adobe Illustrator projects. Very impressive portfolio to complete a variety of projects - Margaret, 2 lessons with Katherine

2D Animator with 4+ Years of Experience
I studied animation at Art Center College of Design and graduated with a Bachelor's in Entertainment Design. I am fluent in industry standard software, such as Toon Boom Harmony and TVPaint, as well as other popular animation...
I studied animation at Art Center College of Design and graduated with a Bachelor's in Entertainment Design. I am fluent in industry standard software, such as Toon Boom Harmony and TVPaint, as well as other popular animation...
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Animation tutoring involves teaching techniques, tools, and principles that bring characters and scenes to life. Students learn both artistic concepts and technical skills, from sketching and storyboarding to computer software. This guidance helps learners turn creative ideas into animated sequences, improving both artistic and digital abilities.
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