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It’s a one stop shop for the industry to see the best of the best- each University displays the work of only their top ten students.
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Skillset Animation and VFX Showcase

The Skillset Animation and VFX Showcase takes place on 14th July at
The Vinyl Factory @ Phonica Records, 51 Poland Street, Soho, London
W1F 7LZ.

The Animation and VFX Showcase is an event designed to highlight the best talent coming out of the UK’s accredited Animation courses. It combines a recruitment fair of the best from Skillset’s accredited Animation courses and a selection of courses within the Skillset Media Academies.

It’s a one stop shop for the industry to see the best of the best- each University displays the work of only their top ten students.

We do this as a service for the animation industry- whether recruiting or not, this is a great way to see what top animation schools are up to. It’s the highlights of around a dozen degree shows brought together under one roof, on the industry’s doorstep.

Who’s showing? Names lined up are Bournemouth University, Ravensbourne, National Film and Television School, Teesside, Hertfordshire, Newport, Glamorgan, Swansea Metropolitan, Arts University College Bournemouth, Falmouth, Bradford, and Demontfort University. The graduate fair takes place between 5 and 7.30pm- stroll over when you can.

These are Animation courses that are receptive to industry demands. If you’re from industry, come and see the work, and meet the tutors who could help your company. Email Caroline at sectorsadmin@skillset.org your name and details and we’ll ensure you’re on the guestlist.

Schedule:
1pm- 4.30 Industry seminars and panels in the afternoon for tutors and students,
5pm-7.30 Graduate fair