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    YOUmation: an animation film program for newcomer youth in Toronto
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  • The Arab Community Centre of Toronto (ACCT) is accepting applications for YOUmation, an online animation film creation program for newcomer youth living in Toronto. Over 4 months, youth will learn how to make an animation film from an animation artist and then exhibit it at an online exhibit. Successful applicants will receive a Macbook with the latest Adobe programs for the duration of the program as well as a professional fee of $423 for exhibiting their film.

    ACCT is non-religious, non-political, and non-profit settlement and community organization that works with newcomers of all backgrounds in Toronto.

    YOUmation is funded by the Toronto Arts Council.

     

    Deadline to apply: Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at 5 pm

     

    APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED

     

  • Before you start the application, we want to invite you to an information session about this program on Thursday, February 10, 2022 at 4 pm over Zoom.

    At the session, you will gain an idea about what kind of film you can create in the program, see examples of animation film created by youth in our previous programs, meet the instructor, and ask your questions.

     

    To get the link, please register in advance for this meeting by copy and pasting the following link in a new window:

    https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcof-GtrzIpGtf5qPI8AMSe9eP3rtmI-d-o

    After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

     

  • Pleased to meet you!

    Here is what our program is about:

    YOUmation is an intensive animation film creation program for newcomer youth to Canada living in Toronto.

    Modelled out of our Media Art for Newcomer Youth (MANY) program, YOUmation aims to support youth to learn skills in animation, promote self expression, and facilitate community connections. The program will culminate in a virtual public exhibit in the summer where you will present your film. Workshops will be taught by an animation artist who speaks English, Turkish, and Arabic.

    The program consists of:

    • Twelve 3-hour classes over Zoom, once a week from March to May
    • Six hours one-on-one mentorship time with your instructor outside of class
    • Work on your film outside of class

    You will also receive:

    • A Macbook with the latest Adobe programs for the duration of the program
    • A professional fee of $423 for exhibiting your animation film online

     

     

     

  • Glad to hear it.

    OK, here's our description of the ideal student for this program:

    • You really want to learn how to make an animation film.
    • You enthusiastically commit to attending all classes and creating a short film.
    • You enthusiastically commit to working on your film outside of class.
    • You have an idea or story you would like to tell through an animation film. 
    • You will be serious about the program and will be able to complete work by stated deadlines.
    • You respond to communication in a timely manner.
    • You have a working knowledge of how to use a computer.

  • Thanks for applying!

    All eligible youth will be contacted by email for an interview.

    If you are not currently registered with ACCT's youth program, you will be invited to register before your interview. Youth need to be registered with ACCT to participate in YOUmation.

    For questions please email Kasia Knap, Youth Team Lead, at kasia@acctonline.ca or DM us on Instagram at @acctyouth

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