Big Jump Partners With Herzing College
BIG JUMP ENTERTAINMENT partners with HERZING COLLEGE in support of its new Animation Program.
The 52 weeks, intensive course will take place at HERZING’s St Laurent campus in east Ottawa. The joint effort will allow BIG JUMP and HERZING to educate, mentor and ease aspiring animation talent into one of Canada’s fastest growing industries.
“The Canadian animation industry is booming, while fantastic for content producers it also presents an ongoing challenge to recruit and retain talent. It is both BIG JUMP’s and HERZING’s mandate to provide the nurturing support and preparation of new talent entering the animation industry. The joint effort is a welcome contribution to our continued dedication to ensure industry opportunities for students upon graduation.”
Says, Rick Morrison, President – Big Jump Entertainment
“HERZING College Ottawa is excited to partner with BIG JUMP ENTERTAINMENT. This partnership will allow our 2D Animation students to experience the value of experiential learning through real-life Animation; gain mentorship from professional animators, and help students transition to careers.”
Says, Dave McCormick, Campus President Herzing College, Ottawa Campus
About BIG JUMP ENTERTAINMENT www.bigjumpent.com
As an independent animation production facility, BIG JUMPEntertainment develops, finances and produces both service and proprietary content across multiple platforms while collaborating with clients, producers, and buyers worldwide.
About HERZING COLLEGE www.herzing.ca/ottawa/
Since 1965 Herzing College has been recognized as a leader in high quality, credible training for market-driven programs. Initially, the institution was dedicated to computer technology training, but over the years, the college has expanded its breadth of career-focused education and has expanded geographically to include campus locations across the country. Our reputation is built on a foundation of high ethical standards, and a commitment to the success of our students and the communities and industries we support