VIDEO / ANIMATION / DESIGN / MEDIA PRODUCTION

Cinematic skills. Careers that move.

Master high-demand creative skills with industry directors in Abuja. Real studio gear, 1-on-1 mentorship, and portfolio-ready projects that get you hired, booked, or funded.

From video editing and 3D character animation to UI/UX and videography with AI integration, our hands-on curriculum trains you to create visuals that make brands impossible to ignore.

12+
Practical Courses
100%
Hands-On Studio Practice
1-on-1
Director Mentorship
Verified
Certificate & Portfolio

Academy Tracks

Human+AI Integration. Tangible Impact.

Choose from 12 intensive studio tracks tailored to turn beginners and upskillers into production-ready practitioners.

Film & Commercial 2 Months

Video Editing

Premiere Pro AI integration Speed Ramps

Master narrative pacing, rhythm, multitrack assembly, multicam cutting, J/L cuts, sound sync, dynamic transitions, and DaVinci color grading.

  • Afrobeat music video & commercial editing pace
  • Documentary storytelling & B-roll narrative flow
  • Color grading nodes, LUTs & cinema look creation
VFX & Motion Design 2 Months

Visual Effect/ Motion Graphic

After Effects Mocha Pro Boris FX

Build cinematic title sequences, 3D camera tracking, green screen keying, particle simulations, HUD graphics, and commercial broadcast motion.

  • 3D camera planar tracking & screen replacement
  • Chroma key green screen compositing & light wrapping
  • Kinetic typography, logo stings & broadcast lower thirds
Artificial intelligence & Coding 1 Month

Full Stack Vibe Coding

AI Tools React Supabase

Build real websites and web applications using AI-powered coding tools. Learn to turn ideas into functional digital products, even without being an experienced programmer..

  • Prompt engineering & AI-assisted application development
  • Frontend design, responsive interfaces, and interactive experiences
  • Backend integration, databases, authentication, and deployment
3D Motion & Commercial 2 Months

3D Animation (Abstract/Text)

Blender Cinema 4D Cycles/Octane

Create high-end 3D typography, abstract motion design, procedural geometry, cloth physics, camera animation, and luxury product reveals.

  • Kinetic 3D typography & procedural animation systems
  • Studio lighting setups, physically-based materials & glass
  • Commercial product reveal renders with cinematic depth
3D Modeling & Rigging 2 Months

3D Animation (Character/abstract)

Blender ZBrush Mixamo

From organic 3D character modeling to skeletal rigging, weight painting, facial shape keys, character performance, and cinematic rendering.

  • Character topology, UV unwrapping & texture baking
  • Armature rigging, skin weight painting & facial blend shapes
  • Action choreography, lighting, and final video rendering
Cinematography & Set 2 Months

Videography (Video production)

Cinema Cameras Gimbals Studio Lighting

Hands-on camera operation: exposure, focal lengths, 3-point cinematic lighting, camera movement, gimbal rigs, audio recording on set, and directing.

  • Cinema camera setup, log profiles, shutter & aperture mastery
  • 3-point cinematic lighting grids, diffusers & rim highlights
  • Real location commercial shoot, gimbal tracking & sound capture
Product & Interaction 1 Month

UI/UX (User Interface)

Figma FigJam Design Systems

Design modern web and mobile apps: user journeys, wireframing, Auto Layout, component tokens, interactive micro-prototypes, and developer handoff.

  • User research, wireframing & interactive flow mapping
  • Figma Auto Layout 5.0, variables & design tokens
  • High-fidelity mobile app prototype & Behance case study
Brand Identity & Visuals 1½ Months

Graphics Design

Illustrator Photoshop CorelDraw

Develop brand systems from scratch: logo construction, typography pairing, grid layout, advertising campaigns, and print-ready production.

  • Vector logo craft, geometry & brand guidelines
  • High-converting marketing flyers & social media packaging
  • Print prepress standards (CMYK, bleeds, vector export)
Audio & Post Production 1 Month

Audio/Sound Editing

Adobe Audition Studio One iZotope RX

Learn dialogue cleanup, background noise removal, Foley sound design, podcast mixing, and vocal leveling synchronized with motion picture.

  • Spectral frequency audio repair & hiss reduction
  • Film Foley effects & atmospheric soundscapes
  • Broadcast LUFS loudness mastering & stereo balance
2D Character & Story 2 Months

2D Animation

After Effects Reallusion Photoshop

Bring characters to life with the 12 principles of animation: bone rigging, inverse kinematics, walk cycles, lip-syncing, and expressive acting.

  • 12 principles: squash & stretch, anticipation, timing
  • Character bone rigging, IK controllers & facial dials
  • Animated explainer storytelling & broadcast exports
Design & Retouching 1 Month

Photo Editing

Photoshop AI integration Camera RAW

Master high-end commercial retouching, skin frequency separation, digital dodging & burning, color grading, and advertising compositing.

  • Non-destructive RAW processing & color grading
  • Editorial portrait skin retouching & hair cleanups
  • E-commerce product isolation & lifestyle compositing
Media & Live Production 1 Month

Broadcast Presentation & Stage Management

Teleprompter ATEM Switcher Live Stage

Build on-camera presence, teleprompter delivery, voice modulation, broadcast rundown timing, stage coordination, and live studio management.

  • On-camera hosting confidence & teleprompter control
  • Floor manager cues, live show rundowns & intercom comms
  • Broadcast stage lighting, lavalier mics & live show pacing

The Ashnimator Advantage

Why train with US

We are an active, award-winning creative production studio in Abuja. You don’t just learn software; you train in real commercial environments.

01

Professional Studio Gear

Access high-end cinema cameras, wireless audio rigs, gimbal stabilizers, and studio lighting grids during your sessions.

02

Director Mentorship

Train under practicing communication graduates and directors behind recognized Nigerian films, music videos, and brand ads.

03

Live Production Sets

Top students shadow and assist on actual commercial shoots and client documentary projects filmed across Abuja.

04

Verified Certification

Graduate with a portfolio-ready showreel and an official studio certificate that validates your technical competence.

How it works

Your 4-step Journey

A structured, project-driven methodology that ensures you graduate with confidence and industry competence.

1

Consult & Register

Discuss your goals with our instructors, pick your specialized track, and get your personalized course schedule.

2

Hands-on Sessions

Dive straight into studio equipment and software workstations with step-by-step practical assignments.

3

Portfolio Capstone

Produce an original, high-standard commercial or creative project with director feedback and critique.

4

Certification

Receive your studio certificate, assemble your showreel, and get guidance for freelance or agency placement.

Limited studio cohort sizes

Ready to turn your creative passion into a cinematic career?

Classes run on flexible weekday and weekend cohorts in Abuja. Connect directly with an advisor on WhatsApp to secure your seat for the next batch.

Academy Admissions

Enroll or Enquire

Have questions about duration, curriculum, or studio equipment? Send us a message or connect with our admissions desk directly.

Studio Location: Airport Rd, Abuja 900108, FCT, Nigeria

Call / WhatsApp: +234 815 572 5102

Email: ashnimator.studios@gmail.com

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