BECOME AN ANIMATOR & VFX ARTIST AT FUTUREGAMES
Join our animation & VFX program!

The Futuregames Animator and VFX Artist program equips you with the expertise to craft stunning animations and visual effects. With a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, you'll work with industry-standard tools and workflows, focusing on collaboration and project-based work. Guided by industry professionals, you'll hone both technical and creative skills while building valuable industry connections for your future career in animation and VFX.

Our program covers Animation & VFX for film and live-action media, focusing on CGI integration through green screen, rotoscoping, and compositing, and Game Animation & VFX, where you'll create effects like rain, fire, spells, and explosions. Mastering both equips you with a versatile skill set for careers in film, gaming, and beyond.

WHAT TO EXPECT
• Industry-relevant courses tailored to meet the evolving needs of the games industry.
• A hands-on approach – learn by doing through real projects.
• Three intensive animation projects and one game project, where you collaborate across disciplines.
• 30 weeks of LIA/internship, gaining real-world experience and industry connections.

INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS
At Futuregames, we believe collaboration is the key. You’ll engage with industry professionals through advisory boards, guest lectures, and mentorship, ensuring that you graduate with the skills and insights needed to thrive in the job market.

MEET THE INDUSTRY AT TING
TING is what we like to call The Ultimate Student Recruitment Event, where you get the chance to present your work and connect with studios looking for their next programming talent.

NORTHERN SWEDEN - A GAMING HUB WITH STRONG NETWORKS
At our campuses in northern Sweden, you’ll be part of a growing game development ecosystem, supported by industry networks like Boden Game Camp and Arctic Game. With strong backing from local communities and game studios, the region is rapidly becoming a hotspot for game development—especially within the indie scene.

Wherever you study with us, you’ll gain hands-on experience and build strong industry connections, but here in the north, you’ll also be part of a close-knit community shaping the future of game development.

ANIMATION & GAME PROJECTS
Develop your skills through three intensive animation projects and one game project, collaborating with other disciplines to simulate real-world workflows. Learn directly from industry-experienced instructors and mentors while building a portfolio that showcases your expertise.

30 WEEKS OF INTERNSHIP (LIA)
Gain hands-on industry experience through LIA (Lärande i Arbete) – an extended internship where you apply your knowledge in a real studio setting. This is your opportunity to work alongside professionals, refine your skills, and take the next step toward your career in animation & VFX.

YOUR CAREER
Demand for the professional role can be found in:

• TV
• Advertising
• Gaming industry
• Industry
• Film

ABOUT FUTUREGAMES
For almost 25 years, Futuregames has transformed passion for games into careers. Our hands-on, project-based learning equips students with the skills and experience needed to succeed in the games and tech industries. At Futuregames, you don’t just learn animation & VFX—you live it.

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