Enjoy a series of award-winning animated short films from students in the graduate and undergraduate programs in the School of Visual Arts and Design. Visitors will view 2D & 3D animated films created by students in the Emerging Media BFA Character Animation track and the Emerging Media MFA in Animation and Visual Effects track. This event also offers a Q&A with the animators.

FEATURED BFA ANIMATIONS:
Wishful Thinking
Scavengers
Frostbyte
Superstitious
Tippy Topper
Ceramic Rabbit

FEATURED MFA ANIMATION AND VISUAL EFFECTS FILMS:
Flora and the Cloud Maker by Tiffany Marin
Catching Light by Vlada Evtushenko
Campbell and the Cryptid by Elaina Buffkin
Spaced Out by Alyssa Klapka
Easy Prey by Annika Norris

MORE INFORMATION:
The Character Animation courses occur in the final two years of the four-year Emerging Media BFA degree. It consists of a full-time series of consecutive semesters designed to prepare a cohort of students for careers in animation. Students learn all aspects of the production process, from story creation to film completion, the tools and industry practices for computer-generated 3D animated filmmaking and the ins and outs of teamwork with opportunities for leadership amongst their peers and mentorship from the faculty.

The Emerging Media MFA – Animation and Visual Effects is a specialized track designed to emulate both the professional and independent studio environment, Principal emphasis is placed on narrative film structure and entrepreneurial aspects of animation as related to independent filmmaking, studio employment, and job creation.

The program allows students to create their own animation and/or visual effects thesis. Students are encouraged to develop visual storytelling skills while using a variety of techniques, including traditional hand-drawn, stop-motion, 2D computer, and 3D computer animation. Graduate students have ample opportunity to experience leadership roles on undergraduate films as both Instructors and Graduate Directors. Graduates are well qualified to enter the teaching and academic professions and have a competitive edge within the animation, visual effects, and simulation industries.

Please note: content may not be suitable for young audiences.

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UCF Celebrates the Arts 2025: Transforming Experiences
Experience the innovative spirit of UCF through creative presentations that push the boundaries of traditional art forms.

Year-round on the UCF campus, students are immersed in the technology, theory, design, performance and practical application required for them to be the next generation of creative leaders. Every April, they converge at Dr. Phillips Center for a two-week cultural extravaganza, allowing our community to enjoy performances, exhibitions, presentations and interactive experiences. With a focus on accessibility, affordability, partnership, and diverse offerings, UCF Celebrates the Arts is a unique opportunity to experience the creative side of UCF. Learn more at arts.cah.ucf.edu/celebrates.

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*Prices, shows, artists, dates and times are subject to change at any time without notice. By purchasing a ticket you are authorizing the Dr. Phillips Center to share your information with the producer. The views and opinions expressed within this show are those of the artist(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Dr. Phillips Center. Every guest entering the theater, including infants and children, requires a ticket. Children under the age of two are not permitted inside the theaters, unless noted otherwise. Parents should use discretion when deciding what shows are appropriate for their children.