Train the Next Generation of Animation Professionals
Discover why leading universities, film schools, and educational institutions around the world choose Toon Boom Harmony and Storyboard Pro as part of their academic programs. These industry-standard tools allow students to learn the full animation pipeline—from concept development to final production—within a professional environment used by top studios worldwide.
Harmony provides a complete 2D animation solution where students can develop core skills such as drawing, character rigging, animation, and compositing. Meanwhile, Storyboard Pro empowers them to build strong visual storytelling foundations through storyboarding, animatics, and preproduction workflows.
Together, they offer a comprehensive learning ecosystem that prepares students for real-world careers in animation, film, television, and digital media.
Empower Your Animation Curriculum
Bring industry tools into your classroom and give your students hands-on experience with professional software used in real productions.
Our team helps educational institutions integrate Toon Boom solutions into their programs, ensuring a smooth implementation aligned with academic goals.
See why academic institutions worldwide trust Harmony to teach the foundations and advanced techniques of 2D animation.
With an all-in-one environment, students can progress from basic drawing exercises to complex character animation and compositing, all within the same software. This unified workflow helps educators structure courses efficiently while allowing students to collaborate using the same tools and file formats used in the industry.
Key Benefits for Students and Educators
Complete Learning Pipeline
From rough sketches to final animation, students experience the full production workflow.
Industry-Ready Skills
Prepare students for careers with tools used by leading studios worldwide.
Flexible Teaching Approaches
Supports both traditional hand-drawn animation and digital rig-based workflows.
Optimized Project Management
Smaller project files and efficient performance make it ideal for classroom environments.
Advanced Creative Tools
From brush customization to rigging assistants, students can explore and experiment creatively without limitations.
Breakdown Pose Assistant
Fine-tune your rigged character animation and other keyframed objects in Harmony Premium 25 using the Breakdown Pose Assistant.
Trusted by Leading Animation Studios
Implemented in Top Academic Programs
Empower your institution with Toon Boom Harmony and Storyboard Pro, industry-leading tools used to teach and develop professional animation skills. From foundational learning to advanced production workflows, these solutions help students gain real-world experience within an academic environment.
Our Education Solutions team can guide you in selecting the right academic licensing and implementation strategy tailored to your curriculum, faculty, and students.
Storyboard Pro is the ideal tool to teach visual storytelling, one of the most critical skills in animation and audiovisual production.
From initial thumbnails to polished animatics, students can develop ideas, structure narratives, and present projects effectively. This makes it perfect for courses in animation, film direction, game design, and digital storytelling.
Key Benefits for the Classroom
Structured Storytelling Workflow
Guide students through each stage of preproduction, from concept to animatic.
Non-Destructive Editing
Encourages experimentation without losing original work.
Enhanced Visual Control
Students can explore effects, transitions, and timing in a professional environment.
Seamless Integration with Animation Pipelines
Easily connect storyboards with animation workflows in Harmony.
Discover How Students Use Harmony and Storyboard Pro
Prepare Your Students for the Animation Industry
By integrating Harmony and Storyboard Pro into your curriculum, your institution can bridge the gap between academic learning and professional production environments.
Our team supports universities and schools with:
- Academic licensing programs
- Implementation guidance
- Curriculum alignment support
- Ongoing technical assistance
