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Meet Mr. Swenson

About the Program
The 3D Animation Program is a dynamic, hands-on course designed to immerse students in the full creative pipeline of animation, film, and game design. Using industry standard software like Maya, ZBrush, and the Adobe Creative Suite. Students learn the essential skills of modeling, rigging, texturing, lighting, animation, storytelling, visual design, and production workflows.

Throughout the course, students are guided through professional workflows and team based studio projects. Emphasis is placed on team collaboration, creative problem-solving, and building a strong portfolio that prepares students for careers in animation, film, and game development. Whether you’re just starting out or already dreaming of the credits screen, this program helps turn passion into professional skill.

 
 
About the Instructor
  • Instructor at ROC CTEC since 2024.
  • 4+ years of experience working with a focus on product design, professional animation, and VFX projects across the film and digital media industries
  • 7 years of formal education in the arts, blending classical training with cutting-edge digital techniques
  • Certified in Digital Production and Visual Effects, trained in industry-standard software including Maya, ZBrush, Substance, and Adobe Creative Suite
  • Specializes in video production, contemporary film, photography, concept art, character design, and 3D modeling
  • Holds a Certificate in Digital Production For Entertainment from Gnomon, specializing in 3D modeling, texturing, and animation