Calling all aspiring animators, animation students, and anyone curious about the diverse world of 2D animation!
Whether you're considering a career shift, pursuing your passion, or simply interested in the industry, our expert panel discussion will take you on an insightful journey into the heart of 2D animation.
Featuring CG Spectrum Mentors Sykosan (Love Death + Robots), Alfredo Cassano (Klaus) and Hubert Lapointe (Rick & Morty) and hosted by Department Head of 2D Animation Scott Claus (Pocahontas), you'll uncover the wide array of techniques, styles and genres within 2D animation, and the diverse job opportunities available to 2D animators, from traditional animation studios to emerging fields.
Join us for an illuminating discussion that will help inspire and equip you to embark on your journey into the dynamic yet timeless world of 2D animation. Don't miss out on this opportunity to chart your course and build a rewarding career in 2D animation!
Plus, there will be a chance to ask questions during our live Q&A.
This session is for anyone who:
- Is an aspiring animator or animation student who wants career advice and insightful takes from industry experts
- Wants to gain a deeper understanding of the techniques, styles, and genres within 2D Animation
- Wants clarity on where and how to focus their 2D Animation practice and which industries are suitable for them
- Is concerned about the future of the 2D animation industry
- Wants a chance to ask the experts about their own experience
What we cover:
- The wide array of job opportunities available to 2D animators, from traditional animation studios to "tradigital" and emerging fields
- The range of software used in the 2D Animation industry and which are used for different applications
- What the future of animation could look like and why traditional animation skills are still in demand
- The impact of AI on 2D Animators working in the industry today
Our Amazing Speakers
Meet the talented folk running the session.
Hubert Lapointe
2D Animator & CG Spectrum Mentor
Hubert is a 2D Animator, Online Educator, and Founder/Creative Director of Bon Jam Animation with over a decade of experience. Since studying 2D animation at Cégep du Vieux Montréal, he has had the privilege of working on hit TV series and animated films, including Rick and Morty and Solar Opposites, and completed contracts with dozens of freelance clients as an animator, animation supervisor, and director
Scott Claus
CG Spectrum Animation Manager
Disney's Fantasia sparked a lifelong love of animation for Scott. He worked as an animator for DreamWorks and Disney on films such as Pocahontas, Hunchback of Notre Dame, and Road to El Dorado before switching to CG and creature FX where he was part of the Oscar-winning team working on Life of Pi.
Alfredo Cassano
2D Animator & CG Spectrum Mentor
Alfredo is a freelance 2D animator, storyboard artist and pianist. He has worked on feature films like Klaus—as lead animator on Jesper—Song of the Sea, The Secret of Kells, and many TV shows aired internationally such as Tom & Jerry, Gravity Falls, Nella the Princess Knight and many others. Alfredo has been teaching animation over the last 10 years, both online and in person, and is eager to share his knowledge with CG Spectrum students.
Sykosan
2D Animation Filmmaker & CG Spectrum Mentor
Sykosan is a freelance 2D Animation Filmmaker and 2D Animation Mentor at CG Spectrum. His expertise covers all stages of the animation process, including writing and editing, film directing, character design, background, asset design, 2D effects, and compositing Sykosan's work has been used across all kinds of media — advertising, feature films, video games, and music videos — for a diverse range of clients, including Katy Perry, the BBC, Netflix, Adobe, MTV, Samsung, Sony, Adidas, Gucci, and Megan Thee Stallion.
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