The Animation Lab – Producers as Entrepreneurs
10 Nov 2026
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15 Apr 2026
Apply By
24 Jul 2026
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IADT
ECTS Points
10
Course Code
DL170
Fees
€750 or €1,600
24 Jul 2026
IADT
10
DL170
€750 or €1,600
Acquire the skills required to perform the role and analyse the responsibilities of the creative animation producer in terms of company and production finance, entertainment and media law, as well as animated project development and production.
The Animation LAB – Producers as Entrepreneurs course has been developed with experienced Animation Producer Stephen Fagan, Managing Director of Studio Meala, and the support of CCIS and NTAA. The course will also include industry experts delivering masterclasses, seminars and tutorial support.
The philosophy of the course is to educate creative and entrepreneurial producers, to preach art but teach commerce; not how to make animation but how to get animation made. To build a community of practice and network of emerging talent with the skills to create the projects and companies of the future.
The course is focused on developing the next generation of creative producers working in animation, and designed for aspiring and early career producers who want to creatively lead animation projects with confidence, creativity, and strategic foresight. The central focus of this course is the 3-day residency programme in Carrick on Shannon (County Roscommon) and a conference / industry day in Dún Laoghaire (County Dublin).
These sessions will bring experienced industry experts together to deliver key insights and practical masterclasses, as well as one-on-one mentoring and networking opportunities.
Through a blend of practical workshops, industry-led seminars, and collaborative projects, you will develop the core skills required to actively develop, finance and complete projects to bring to global markets.
The course will cover project development, pitching and networking, working with partners, commissioners and funders, financing, legal aspects, and animation production.
This course will provide you with the skills required to perform the role and analyse the responsibilities of the creative animation producer in terms of company and production finance, entertainment and media law, as well as animated project development and production. Indicative content includes:
You will take part in a series of lectures, workshops and seminars with relevant industry bodies, legal and accountancy experts.
You will be assessed through class engagement and assignments. There are no written examinations.
Classes take place online, 1 evening per week.
Intro Session: 10th November 2026 at 6.30pm (online)
Thursday evenings | online | 6.30pm – 9pm:
3 day residency in Carrick On Shannon, Co. Roscommon: 22nd – 24th February
Industry day | in person | Carnegie Library, Dun Laoghaire: 15th April
A second date in person in Dun Laoghaire is to be confirmed.
Creative Futures Academy are delighted to collaborate with Cultural & Creative Industries Skillnet to offer a special partnership rate of €750 for qualifying candidates, which include those resident in the Republic of Ireland and not already in receipt of a bursary, grant aid or a scholarship for this course and not participating in a CE scheme or in receipt of Unemployment Benefit.
Fees for those who do not meet the Skillnet criteria are €1,600.
This Cultural & Creative Industries Skillnet programme is co-funded by the Government of Ireland & the European Union. www.eufunds.ie
Undergraduate qualification of 2nd Class Honours or higher at Honours Degree level in design or a related discipline.
Applicants may also be considered provided that they can demonstrate Honours Degree equivalence, which can be verified through our RPL [recognition of prior learning] process.
