The last two years seem to have flown by. Whilst I’ve learned a huge amount while studying here, I feel like there is so much more for me to learn about the industry and how I can be the best animator I can. Knowing that I’m aiming to direct my own films I’m hoping to continue my education and apply for the MA Direction for Animation at NFTS. After attending an open day that focuses on volunteering opportunities I’m planning to volunteer to help out on the films currently in production. It will be a great oppurntuy to work as part of a team and on a stop motion set with a crew. Currently I’ve only been working solo, so it will be incredibly beneficial to get an experience of working with a small crew.
It will also be a great way to build up my skills in directing as well as gaining an incite into the course and what would be require if I did have a successful application. There are so many talented alumni and students at the school that I am certain I will gain so much from any experience I have associated with the institution. Gaining a place on the course itself would be incredible- there’s a lot of emphasis on being experimental and explorative in film making. Something I haven’t fully had the time to explore over the last two years as I’ve been focusing on getting to grips with the basic animation skills and software. I’ve been craving more time to try out different methods and mediums as I’ve gained more confidence in the basic principles of animation. To have a place where I can push those boundaries more in a place that will have more facliaties at hand will only further progress my journey into filmmaking.
Tuition will be something that will be a little tricky to navigate, so I’m researching what scholarships and bursaries are available as well as work opportunities help fund my way there.
