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igmGuru’s 2D Animation Course helps you kick-start your career and become a professional animator.

Learn the foundations of animation
Create original characters, animations, and motion graphics
Master tools like Adobe Animate CC
Understand classic motion art guidelines
Gain Mastery in 2-dimensional motion art.

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2D Animation Course Overview

The 2D animation training program by igmGuru is a beginner-friendly guide to learning classical character movement and acting. No matter if you are a beginner or simply want to upgrade your skillset in this domain, this course is your launchpad to perfecting the art of motion and creativity. Our experienced trainers will teach you the ropes of making 2-Dimensional motions from the ground-up through live projects and a practical learning approach. You will learn 2D animation fundamental and advanced concepts like onion-skinning, tweening, adding in-between frames, 2D VFX, lip-syncing and more via coached steps. At the end of this course, you will receive an igmGuru certificate of completion and qualify as a professional.

Prerequisites

The Online 2D Animation Course by igmGuru has been designed for beginners. So you only need focus, dedication, and enthusiasm to learn and begin your 2D animation journey. Moreover, if you know the fundamentals of sketching, it will help you learn faster.

Course Objectives

Master foundational principles of 2-Dimensional animation
Create your own original characters from scratch
Build skills in the various types and techniques of 2-Dimensional animation
Apply 2D animation proficiency in real world use cases
Become job-ready in creative roles

What You’ll Learn in This 2D Animation Training

Create your own original characters from scratch
Freely Navigate Adobe Animate and use shortcuts to smoothen your workflow
Effectively use frame-by-frame and tween techniques in your animation
Create simple and complex animations with ease
Character vectoring, rigging, facial expressions animation, lip syncing and much more
Effectively use walk and run cycles to make lifelike cartoons
Beautifully express various character emotions in your animation
Make incredible 2 dimensional VFX like fire and water
Bring characters that have various emotions and attitudes to life
Animate short stories with confidence and ease
Effectively add sound effects with timing to your animations

Who Should Take This 2D Animation Course?

Beginners and aspiring animators who want to enhance their skills
Content creators such as YouTube enthusiasts and storytellers
Those who want to start their careers in broadcast animation

Technical Skills You’ll Gain

Drawing, refining, and digitizing original characters
Traditional and digital 2D animation
Adding sound and visual effects to your creative motions

Tools Covered

Storyboarder
Adobe Photoshop CC
Adobe Animate CC
Adobe Premiere Pro CC
Adobe Audition CC

Career Options After Course Completion

After going through this Animation in 2D Course, you will have the most sought after skills and knowledge to land a stunning career in the world of global 2D studio production industry. Some job options include:

Character Animator
Storyboard Artist
Character Designer
Background and Layout Artist
Motion Graphics Designer
In-Between Artist
Compositor

Salaries of 2D Animation Professionals in INR and USD

Country	Average Annual Salary	Salary Range
India	₹4.5 lakh	₹3 lakh–₹6 lakh
USA	$61,000	$46,000–85,000

Why Choose igmGuru for this Learning Program?

Our trainers implement the latest teaching methodologies to ensure that the learners get the best out of the course.
Our mentors provide useful insights to learners to help them stay consistent in their careers.
We provide comprehensive placement assistance with interview questions to help participants get a promising job.
Our instructors teach the 2D animation training program in live mode to ensure a classroom-like environment and on-the-spot doubt clearance.

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2D Animation Course Curriculum

Lesson 1 - Introduction to 2D Animation

1. Understanding 2D Animation and Its Applications

2. History and Evolution of 2D Animation

3. Types of 2D Animation: Traditional, Digital, and Cut-Out Animation

4. Understanding the 2D Animation Production Pipeline

5. Roles and Responsibilities in Animation Production

6. Introduction to Professional 2D Animation Software

Lesson 2 - Fundamentals of Drawing for Animation

1. Understanding Lines, Shapes, Forms, and Silhouettes

2. Drawing Basic Objects and Geometric Forms

3. Understanding Proportions and Perspective

4. Gesture Drawing and Line of Action

5. Creating Volume and Depth in Drawings

6. Developing Drawing Skills for Animation

Lesson 3 - The 12 Principles of Animation

1. Squash and Stretch

2. Anticipation and Staging

3. Straight-Ahead Action and Pose-to-Pose Animation

4. Follow-Through and Overlapping Action

5. Slow-In and Slow-Out

6. Arcs and Secondary Action

7. Timing and Spacing

8. Exaggeration, Solid Drawing, and Appeal

9. Applying Animation Principles to Practical Exercises

Lesson 4 - Animation Software and Workspace Setup

1. Introduction to the Animation Interface

2. Creating and Configuring Animation Projects

3. Understanding the Stage, Canvas, and Workspace

4. Working with Timelines, Layers, and Panels

5. Configuring Frame Rate and Project Dimensions

6. Importing and Organizing Assets

7. Saving and Managing Project Files

Lesson 5 - Frames, Keyframes, and Timelines

1. Understanding Frames and Frame Rates

2. Working with Keyframes and Blank Keyframes

3. Managing Exposure and Drawing Timing

4. Organizing Animation with Timelines

5. Understanding Onion Skinning

6. Previewing and Scrubbing Animations

7. Controlling Animation Duration and Playback

Lesson 6 - Frame-by-Frame Animation

1. Understanding Traditional and Digital Frame-by-Frame Animation

2. Creating Key Poses and Breakdown Drawings

3. Drawing In-Between Frames

4. Understanding Timing Charts and Spacing

5. Using Onion Skinning for Drawing Consistency

6. Maintaining Character Proportions Across Frames

7. Cleaning Up Frame-by-Frame Animation

Lesson 7 - Object Animation and Motion

1. Animating Simple Objects

2. Creating a Bouncing Ball Animation

3. Animating Pendulums and Swinging Objects

4. Applying Squash and Stretch to Objects

5. Understanding Weight, Gravity, and Momentum

6. Animating Object Throws and Bounces

7. Refining Motion Through Timing and Spacing

Lesson 8 - Character Design for 2D Animation

1. Understanding Character Design Fundamentals

2. Developing Character Silhouettes and Shapes

3. Creating Character Proportions and Anatomy

4. Designing Facial Features and Expressions

5. Developing Character Turnarounds

6. Creating Model Sheets and Expression Sheets

7. Maintaining Character Consistency Across Scenes

Lesson 9 - Character Movement and Walk Cycles

1. Understanding Character Locomotion

2. Identifying Contact, Down, Passing, and Up Poses

3. Creating Basic Walk Cycles

4. Animating Run Cycles

5. Understanding Weight Distribution and Balance

6. Animating Jumps and Landings

7. Creating Natural Body Mechanics

8. Refining Character Movement with Timing and Spacing

Lesson 10 - Facial Animation and Lip Synchronization

1. Understanding Facial Expressions and Emotions

2. Animating Eyes, Eyebrows, and Mouth Shapes

3. Creating Facial Expression Variations

4. Understanding Phonemes and Mouth Shapes

5. Synchronizing Character Mouth Movements with Dialogue

6. Animating Dialogue and Emotional Reactions

7. Refining Facial Performance and Expression Timing

Lesson 11 - Digital Cut-Out Animation and Character Rigging

1. Understanding Cut-Out Animation Techniques

2. Preparing Characters for Rigging

3. Separating Character Artwork into Layers

4. Creating Character Pivots and Joints

5. Understanding Parent-Child Relationships

6. Rigging Characters for Reusable Movement

7. Animating Characters Using Cut-Out Rigs

8. Understanding Deformers and Rig Controls

9. Managing Rig Limitations and Character Deformations

Lesson 12 - Digital Drawing, Inking, and Colouring

1. Working with Digital Drawing Tools

2. Understanding Vector and Bitmap Graphics

3. Creating Clean Line Art

4. Using Layers for Drawing and Colouring

5. Applying Colour Palettes and Colour Schemes

6. Painting and Filling Animation Drawings

7. Adding Shading and Highlights

8. Maintaining Colour Consistency Across Frames

Lesson 13 - Background Design and Scene Composition

1. Understanding Background Design for Animation

2. Creating Foreground, Midground, and Background Elements

3. Applying Perspective and Depth

4. Understanding Composition and Visual Hierarchy

5. Designing Backgrounds for Character Interaction

6. Using Layers to Organize Scene Elements

7. Integrating Characters with Backgrounds

8. Maintaining Visual Continuity Between Scenes

Lesson 14 - Keyframe Animation and Tweening

1. Understanding Keyframe-Based Animation

2. Creating Motion Tweens

3. Working with Classic Tweens Where Supported

4. Animating Position, Scale, Rotation, and Opacity

5. Understanding Motion Paths and Trajectories

6. Applying Easing and Velocity Adjustments

7. Refining Transitions Between Keyframes

8. Combining Tweening with Frame-by-Frame Animation

Lesson 15 - Camera Movement and Scene Transitions

1. Understanding Virtual Cameras in 2D Animation

2. Positioning and Scaling Scene Elements

3. Creating Camera Pans and Zooms

4. Animating Camera Movement

5. Working with Multiplane Scenes and Layer Depth

6. Creating Scene Transitions

7. Maintaining Composition During Camera Movement

8. Previewing and Refining Camera Animation

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Duration : 30 Hrs
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2D Animation Certification

After completing your online 2D animation class, we will provide you with a globally-recognized certificate of completion to validate your skills and knowledge in the field. Including it in your resume, LinkedIn profile, and social media pages will ensure that you stand out from the rest and boost the chances that top recruiters in the industry notice and hire you.

FAQs: 2D Animation Training

Is This Online 2D Animation Certificate Program Suitable for Beginners?

Yes, this online 2-dimensional motion art training is beginner-friendly, which is suitable for everyone. Even if they haven’t drawn anything before. The course teaches everything including the fundamentals and advanced concepts that prepare the learners for rewarding jobs in the field.

What Tools and Software Will I Learn in This Course?

This learning program covers all the essential tools that you need to create high-quality professional animated scenes. The tools included in this training are:

Storyboarder
Adobe Photoshop CC
Adobe Animate CC
Adobe Premiere Pro CC
Adobe Audition CC

What Skills Will I Gain After Enrolling in This Online Learn 2D Animation Training?

You will learn essential techniques, which you need to create your own professional-grade animated scenes, including:

Original character design
Frame-by-frame animating
Keyframes and tweening
Walk and run cycles
Animating facial expressions
Dialogue synchronization
2D VFX
Sound integration

Will I Work On Real-World Projects During the 2D Animation Training for Beginners?

Yes, the course includes practical exercises with every module and a final project, which utilizes everything that you learn in the training program. This method of training gets you accustomed to industry standards from lesson 1, providing you with in-depth skills, knowledge, and experience to become job-ready.

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