For students from 9th to 12th who want to do something big in design, animation, gaming & VFX
Why Wait for a Degree? Start Early, Learn Smart
Are you someone who’s in school—maybe in 9th, 10th, 11th or 12th—and already dreaming of a creative career? Whether you love drawing, gaming, editing videos, or designing, there’s no need to wait for a college degree to begin. In fact, some of the best creative minds start young—and you can too.
If you’re asking yourself, “What after 10th? What after 12th?” — this blog will give you the exact roadmap to get ahead of the game before others even begin.
Why Start Before 18?
- More Time to Build Your Skills
The earlier you start learning software like Adobe Photoshop, After Effects, Blender, or Unity, the more time you get to master them. - You Build a Portfolio Early
Your showreel or design portfolio is what gets you hired. Starting now means you’ll be miles ahead when others are just starting out after 12th. - Get Clarity Before Choosing a Career Path
Whether it’s graphic design, game design, animation, or VFX, starting early helps you figure out what you truly enjoy.
What You Can Learn Before 18
At an early age, you don’t need complex tools—you need exposure. Here are a few skills students from 9th to 12th can start learning right now:
- Learn Animation – 2D & 3D basics using free or student-level tools
- Learn VFX – Green screen effects, compositing, visual effects
- Learn Graphic Design – Posters, social media content, typography
- Game Design – Intro to Unity, level design, and simple character rigging
- Motion Graphics – Create animated videos for YouTube or reels
You can explore beginner-level workshops or enroll in a foundation course from a best animation institute near you.
Explore Tron Education’s beginner-friendly courses to see how you can start your journey the right way.
Success Stories: Many Start Early
At Tron, we’ve seen school students win awards, start freelancing, and even work with startups for design and editing gigs—all before turning 18.
Many of them began by simply attending a summer workshop or short-term course to “try things out.” That try turned into passion. Passion turned into skill. And skill turned into income.
Still Wondering What After 10th or 12th?
Here’s a quick view:
Class | What You Can Start Learning | Outcome |
9th–10th | Animation basics, drawing, editing | Build strong fundamentals |
11th | Motion graphics, graphic design | Start building portfolio |
12th | Advanced animation, VFX, game design | Prepare for career or degree |
Instead of waiting, you can already start building a professional portfolio and understanding the real creative industry.
Final Words
If you’re a student (or a parent reading this), know this:
You don’t have to wait until 18+ to figure out your life.
The creative industry is open to young minds. You can learn animation, learn graphic design, get hands-on experience in game design or VFX, and turn your passion into a powerful career path.
So, take that first step. And if you’re looking for where to begin, Tron Education offers the perfect launchpad for school students who want to make it big in the world of animation, design, and gaming.
