Enroll in a Summer 2026 program today to receive an Early Bird Discount up to $300 ## Live Online Animation Summer Programs - ### [Video Editing & Motion Graphics Live Online (High School)](/content/certificates/video-animation-certificate-online/index.html) - Weekdays only - 36 Hours - Open to beginners - 1:1 Bonus Training Edit video projects and make your own animations in this hands-on summer course. - ### [Motion Graphics with After Effects Live Online (High School)](/content/classes/animation-with-after-effects/index.html) - Weekdays only - 18 Hours - Open to beginners - 1:1 Bonus Training Make eye-catching animations and dazzling visual effects with Adobe After Effects. - ### [Video Editing with Premiere Pro Live Online (High School)](/content/classes/video-editing-with-premiere-pro/index.html) - Weekdays only - 18 Hours - Open to beginners - 1:1 Bonus Training Edit videos for YouTube, social media posts, and other projects with Premiere Pro: the top video editing app for professional and emerging Video Editors. - 45,000+ Students - 36 Years - 2,500+ Testimonials ## NYC Animation Summer Programs - ### [Video Editing & Motion Graphics Certificate NYC (High School)](/content/certificates/video-animation-certificate-nyc/index.html) - Weekdays only - 50 Hours - Open to beginners - 1:1 Bonus Training Learn how to edit videos with Premiere Pro and design motion graphics with After Effects. - ### [Motion Graphics with After Effects NYC (High School)](/content/classes/animation-with-after-effects-nyc/index.html) - Not currently scheduled - 20 Hours - Open to beginners - 1:1 Bonus Training Learn motion graphics design fundamentals in this After Effects summer program in NYC. - ### [Video Editing with Premiere Pro NYC (High School)](/content/classes/video-editing-with-premiere-pro-nyc/index.html) - Not currently scheduled - 20 Hours - Open to beginners - 1:1 Bonus Training Explore video editing with Premiere Pro in this hands-on NYC summer program. ## Learn the Skills Guarantee™ ### Get personalized attention in small groups ### Work on real-world exercises & projects > Became proficient in Java programming and computer science topics and knew nothing before. Would recommend! > —Zachary Waxman ### Learn from industry experts with real-world experience ### We supply computers in class, no need to bring your own ### What is Animation? While most frequently associated with cartoons, animation is the art of creating the illusion of motion within static images, literally ‘animating’ them to life. Historically, this has been done with the same basic concept used in something like a flipbook, wherein similar images are incredibly quickly shown in succession at a speed where our eyes can view them as if they were moving. ### Why Learn Animation? There are numerous reasons to learn animation, the most prominent being that it is a great way to express yourself creatively and build a future in an industry with a long and storied history. ### What Will You Learn in an Animation Summer Program? In an animation summer program, you will most likely spend most of your time learning how to use industry-standard design applications such as Adobe After Effects. ### What Can you do with Animation Training Learning animation skills, particularly the technical side of the field, can help improve your long-term earning potential and give you a leg up in the college application process. ### Best Animation Summer Programs for High School Students Students looking to learn animation skills should consider enrolling in a program like NextGen Bootcamps’ [Summer Animation Program](/content/classes/animation-summer-bootcamp-nyc/index.html). ### A Typical Day at NextGen Depending on the course, you may be at NextGen for a full day or a half day. Half Day | **10:00am**
Review & Daily Goals | Review of the previous day’s material and the current day’s goals. | | **10:30am**
Micro-Lecture 1 | Interactive lecture with short exercises to introduce the first topic of the day. | | **10:45am**
Guided Practice | Guided hands-on learning, where students apply the concepts from the previous lecture. | | **11:15pm**
Review & Advanced Problem | A quick review of the previous exercise and an advanced problem to focus and solidify the learning. | | **11:45pm**
Guided Project Micro-lecture | The instructor lays the foundation for the current project that the students will be working on in the afternoon. | | **12:15pm**
Micro Lecture/Continue Coding | Flexible time for the introduction of a new topic or students to continue working depending on the course. | | **1:00pm**
End of the Day | Students wrap up their day and instructors answer any final questions. | Full Day ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Who teaches NextGen classes? All of our programs are taught by expert instructors who have extensive teaching experience and industry knowledge. ### How large are NextGen classes? NextGen's classes range in size but always follow an 8:1 student to teacher ratio. ### Where are NextGen’s classes located? NextGen’s courses are available in-person in NYC (with strict health safety practices) or live online. The course title indicates the location. ### What coding and/or computer skills do students need to register? All of our courses are open to students with little to no background in coding! Some students come in with no coding experience at all while others have extensive experience in one or more programming language. Our courses are designed for everyone to learn and be challenged! ### Do you offer payment plans and financial aid? We do not offer payment plans or financial aid at this time. ### Do students need their own laptop? This depends on the location of the class, so look out for more details when you are registering for your specific course! In many cases, we provide computers for all students. Students are always welcome to bring their own laptop. ### I am having difficulty signing up, what do I do? If you are having trouble with your camp registration, send an instant message to our online chat feature at the bottom right corner of the page. You can also send an email to [hello@nextgenbbootcamp.com](mailto:hello@nextgenbbootcamp.com) or call us at [(212) 226-0884](tel:+1-212-226-0884). ## Interactive Training Attend courses in-person in NYC or live online. Engage with expert instructors, ask questions, and get feedback on your exercises and projects. ### Upcoming Animation Classes All times are listed in Eastern Time unless otherwise specified. | Course, dates, and times | Price and duration | Description | Registration | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | July 2026 | | | | | [Motion Graphics with After Effects Live Online (High School)](/content/classes/animation-with-after-effects/index.html)
July 6–8
Monday to Wednesday
10–5pm | $1,299

18 Hours | Make eye-catching animations and dazzling visual effects with Adobe After Effects. | Add to cart | | [Video Editing & Motion Graphics Live Online (High School)](/content/certificates/video-animation-certificate-online/index.html)
July 6–15
Weekdays
10–5pm | $2,495

36 Hours | Edit video projects and make your own animations in this hands-on summer course. | Add to cart | | [Video Editing with Premiere Pro Live Online (High School)](/content/classes/video-editing-with-premiere-pro/index.html)
July 13–15
Monday to Wednesday
10–5pm | $1,299

18 Hours | Edit videos for YouTube, social media posts, and other projects with Premiere Pro: the top video editing app for professional and emerging Video Editors. | Add to cart |