Are You Creative?
Does the creative process behind videogames interest you? Our programs offer something for everyone interested in the making of games and animation. Check out our 2D and 3D programs to see which program is for you.
Our eMentors
Our eMentors are local and international industry professionals at leading game and animation companies such as Gogii Games and Ubisoft. They provide technical and artistic critiques on your portfolio in progress.
Welcome to the Gaming and Animation Institute of Fredericton
The Gaming and Animation Institute of Fredericton offers two one-year programs in gaming and animation. Our 2D program is for students interested traditional animation and drawing. 2D animation is used in games developed for Flash and animated cartoons like Family Guy. Our 3D program is for students who are interested in developing their 3D modeling skills. 3D animation is used in games like Halo and animated movies such as Shrek. By the end of each program students will have a completed portfolio which will be evaluated by eMentors. Our eMentors are local and international industry professionals at leading game and animation companies such as Gogii Games, Autodesk, and Pixel Liberation Front. The technical and artistic critiques from the eMentors provide valuable feedback from the real world of animation.
- 2D Gaming and Animation Program (for Games and Movies) (Starts September 2010)
- 3D Gaming and Animation Program (for Games and Movies) (Starts September 2010)
- Admissions
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The GAIF welcomes Colleen Thomson.
We would like to welcome Colleen Thomson to the Gaming and Animation Institute of Fredericton. Colleen will be our Director of Student Affairs in charge of recruiting, student activities, student finances, scheduling and administration. Colleen brings to the job a wealth of experience and knowledge having earned both a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Bachelor of Education degree. As a parent of a teenager Colleen also brings empathy and understanding to the process of choosing a career path. She has a strong commitment to providing a quality education in a positive learning environment.
“There is more to a quality education than great teachers. A positive learning environment in and out of the classroom is critical. By building a supportive community for all students through fun and informative activities and having an open door policy, I want students to feel welcome whether they are here for a class or to just hang out.”
Colleen Thomson, here to help our students excel. Welcome!
Credentials
The Gaming and Animation Institute of Fredericton is registered under the Private Occupational Training Act (POTA) of New Brunswick. Click here to find out what that means. Click here to download the POTA pamphlet.
The Gaming and Animation Institute of Fredericton is a designated institution under the Canada and New Brunswick Student Loans Programs. Click here for Student Financial Servives NB. Click here for CanLearn.
Member of New Brunswick Asssocation of Career Colleges.
