Animation mentorship, the way studios actually teach

The fastest animators didn’t get fast alone. Inside every studio, juniors level up through dailies: a senior looks at the shot, tells you what’s working, what isn’t, and what to push next. Animation mentorship on Animworks brings that exact loop to anyone, anywhere: 1-on-1 sessions with vetted industry veterans, booked instantly, recorded so the feedback keeps working after the call ends.

Use a single session for a showreel review before applications go out, a week-long package to break through a specific wall (body mechanics, gameplay animation, facial acting) or a month-long program when you want structured progress with someone in your corner. Mentors also run group masterclasses, recorded and shared with every attendee.

Not sure where to start? Read our guide to animation mentorship, browse the mentors above, or ask any mentor a question free from their profile.

What is animation mentorship?

Animation mentorship is 1-on-1 coaching with a working professional animator. Your mentor reviews your shots and showreel, sets exercises around your goals, and shares the studio habits that separate working animators from students. On Animworks every session is booked directly with the mentor and recorded, so you can rewatch the feedback any time.

Who are the Animworks mentors?

Industry veterans from games and film, vetted by Animworks: senior and lead animators with credits at studios like Bungie, DICE, Creative Assembly and Axis Animation. Each mentor profile lists their credits, specialities, showreel and an interview so you know exactly who you are learning from.

How much does animation mentorship cost?

Sessions start at 80 GBP per hour for one-off coaching, with week-long and month-long packages that lower the effective hourly rate. Every package includes 1-on-1 individual sessions, showreel review and a video recording of each session.

Can I ask a mentor a question before booking?

Yes, and it is free. Every mentor profile has a question box at the bottom: ask about their experience, your reel or whether mentorship fits your goals, and the answer lands straight in your inbox.