Animation Mentor is the original online animation school, established in 2005 to help aspiring artists become professional 3D character and game animators. Students learn directly from working animators at top studios like Pixar, Disney, DreamWorks, Blizzard, Riot Games, and Industrial Light & Magic through small, mentor-led classes and 1:1 feedback. Powered by a custom virtual campus and a proven, studio-style curriculum, Animation Mentor guides students from the fundamentals to a polished demo reel they can use to pursue their first animation job. The global community of over 5,000 alumni across 105+ countries connects students with peers and professionals who share a passion for bringing characters to life.