Train in Animated Filmmaking at MoPA School

If you're passionate about visual storytelling and the art of bringing stories to life through animation, MoPA ’s animated filmmaking program is made for you. As a renowned 3D animation school, MoPA offers you the opportunity to master the entire creative process—from concept to final production—and take your first steps into the world of animated cinema.

MoPA: The 3D Animation School for Future Filmmakers

MoPA, one of the most prestigious schools in France and internationally, specializes in 3D animation training. For over 25 years, the school has trained animation artists ready to join leading studios and create high-quality animated films.

At MoPA, we believe that animated filmmaking is about more than just technical skills. Our program embraces a comprehensive artistic, narrative, and visual approach that is essential to crafting compelling and authentic stories.

In our 3D animation filmmaking training, you’ll follow a complete and professional curriculum that prepares you to direct animated films from A to Z:

• Narrative and storytelling fundamentals: Every film starts with a strong story. You’ll learn how to build captivating scripts and structure your narrative while integrating emotional, visual, and sound elements into a coherent whole.

• Storyboarding and animatics: As a director, one of your key tools is the storyboard. At MoPA, you’ll be trained to create storyboards and animatics that help visualize your film before production begins.

• Art direction and visual design: You’ll explore the visual identity of a film by working on environments, characters, color palettes, and overall atmosphere. You'll collaborate with concept artists, 3D modelers, and animators to bring your vision to life.

• Production and project management: As a future director, you’ll learn how to lead a team, coordinate production stages, and manage time and budget constraints.

• Editing and post-production: You’ll also be introduced to editing, compositing, and 3D staging, including the integration of visual effects, sound, and music into your film.

A School Aligned with the Animation Industry

At MoPA, we prioritize hands-on learning and immersive experience. Throughout your training, you’ll work on real-world projects—including short films created by students—which are frequently selected for top international animation festivals. These projects simulate studio environments, encourage collaboration, and help you build a professional-level showreel.

MoPA also maintains strong partnerships with leading animation studios, offering students valuable internship opportunities and direct recruitment prospects with companies such as Pixar, DreamWorks, Ubisoft, Illumination, and Mikros Animation.

Why Choose MoPA’s Animation Filmmaking Program?

Join MoPA and Become the Animated Film Director of Tomorrow

If you dream of working in an animation studio, MoPA’s 3D animation filmmaking program is your chance to train with the best. Explore our curriculum, attend our open days, and apply to join a film school where creativity and innovation are at the heart of every project.

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