Bring stories to life through animation, motion graphics, and digital content creation.
| Duration | 12 Months |
| Level | Level 5 (Craft) |
| Examining Body | TVET-CDACC |
Course Overview
Delight Technical College’s Craft Certificate in Animation and Digital Media is a 12-month, TVET-CDACC-accredited programme for learners who want to build a career in Kenya’s fast-growing creative and digital media industry. The course covers 2D and 3D animation fundamentals, motion graphics, digital illustration, and content production for platforms ranging from television to social media.
Delight’s School of Media & AI equips learners with industry-standard software skills and creative technique, preparing them to work in animation studios, media houses, advertising agencies, or as independent digital content creators.
Why Choose This Course?
- Positioned at the intersection of creativity and technology- one of Kenya’s fastest-growing job markets
- Craft-level training balances technical software skills with creative storytelling
- Access to modern computer labs and industry-relevant software
- Strong foundation for further study or specialisation at Level 6
- Portfolio-driven training that gives you real work to show employers
Learning Outcomes
- Apply the principles of animation to create believable movement and timing
- Produce 2D animated sequences using industry-standard software
- Create motion graphics for video, advertising, and social media
- Develop original characters and storyboards
- Edit and composite digital media content
- Understand the digital media production pipeline from concept to final export
Course Modules (Detailed)
| Module / Unit | Hours | What You’ll Learn |
| Module: Principles of Animation | core term unit | Timing, spacing, squash and stretch, and the classic animation principles that underpin all professional animated work. |
| Module: Digital Illustration & Character Design | core term unit | Creating original characters and visual assets ready for animation or digital publishing. |
| Module: 2D Animation Production | core term unit | Hands-on production of short animated sequences using industry-standard animation software. |
| Module: Motion Graphics & Video Editing | core term unit | Combining animation, typography, and footage into polished motion graphics for advertising, television, and social platforms. |
| Module: Digital Media Production Pipeline | core term unit | Understanding how animation and digital media projects move from brief to storyboard to final delivery in a real studio environment. |
Practical Training
Learners work in Delight’s digital media lab, producing real animated shorts, motion graphics reels, and digital illustrations throughout the course. Projects are structured to mirror real studio briefs, and by the end of the programme, every learner has a portfolio of finished work to present to employers or clients.
Career Opportunities
- 2D animator in an animation studio or media house
- Motion graphics designer for advertising agencies
- Digital content creator / social media animator
- Storyboard artist
- Freelance animator serving local and international clients
- Progression to Level 6 Diploma-level specialisation
Entry Requirements
A minimum mean grade of D (plain) in KCSE, or a Level 4 Certificate in a related discipline.
Documents Required at Application:
- A copy of your National ID, Passport, or Birth Certificate
- Two recent passport-size photographs
- A copy of your KCPE and/or KCSE result slip or certificate (where applicable)
Skills You’ll Gain
2D animation • Motion graphics • Digital illustration • Character design • Video editing and compositing • Storyboarding • Creative software proficiency
Certification
Successful learners receive a Level 5 Craft Certificate in Animation and Digital Media, accredited by TVET-CDACC, recognised across Kenya’s creative and digital media industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need drawing skills to join this course?
A: Basic drawing ability helps, but the course builds your digital illustration and animation skills from the ground up (enthusiasm and willingness to practise matter more than existing talent).
Q: What software will I learn?
A: Training covers industry-standard animation, illustration, and video editing tools used by professional studios and content creators.
Q: Can I freelance while studying?
A: Many learners begin taking on small freelance projects as their skills develop, especially in motion graphics and social media content.
Q: What is the entry requirement?
A: A KCSE mean grade of D (plain), or a Level 4 Certificate in a related discipline.
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Kenya’s creative and technical industries are actively hiring skilled, certified talent and Animation and Digital Media (Craft Certificate) at Delight Technical College is your fastest, most practical route to becoming one of them. With hands-on training, experienced tutors, flexible study modes, and a qualification recognised by TVET-CDACC, you’ll graduate ready to work, freelance, or build your own business from day one.
Intake is currently in progress. Visit Delight Technical College on Muindi Mbingu Street, opposite Jevanjee Gardens, Nairobi, call or WhatsApp +254 722 533 771 / +254 724 566 088, email [email protected], or apply online at delight.ac.ke to secure your place on the Animation and Digital Media (Craft Certificate) programme today.