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Last year, I was able to take the Animation Scriptwriting class with David Weiss. It was one of the best experiences I've had when learning about a subject. David and Steven do a fantastic job of taking things step by step, making things clear, answering questions, giving feedback, and in the end, everything they taught made sense to me. Not only that, but it made me realize how much I want to pursue this type of career. I'm already working on my next original project. I have an understanding of how to make a pitch and then keep making it better. Of course, there's always more to learn. But this class, in my opinion, is a great place to start. I had so much fun, and I will definitely be using all the skills I learned in the future.

I had been writing and creating stories without a firm foundation over the last decade, but the Animation Scriptwriting course was a great way to refine my current skill set as well as learn other tricks of the trade. The most meaningful experience during this time was the enthusiasm of the course instructors, David and Steven, on the subject matter along with the knowledgeable insight from various professional guest speakers. I would encourage this class to anyone who would like to begin their journey in animation writing and gain crucial exposure on how to navigate through the writing and entertainment industry!

I just completed the Intro to AI Product Design course at ELVTR, and the experience was top-tier from start to finish. Robert Redmond is an incredible instructor who makes complex AI topics easy to grasp. I also want to give a huge thank you to Mariana Aldavaz (Program Manager) for her seamless coordination and to Adriana Pink (Robert’s Support Teacher) for her constant support and organization throughout the weeks. It’s rare to find a course where both the instruction and the program management are of this high quality. Highly recommended for any designer looking to level up!

I took the Animation Scriptwriting course because I had previously worked with David Weiss on an animated feature in Japan. I already knew he was a strong creative leader, but this course offered something that is rare even for people already working in the industry. When you are on a production team, whether as a 3D artist or in another role, it is often difficult to find time to ask the people you admire for deeper guidance on storytelling. This course created a dedicated space to truly learn story development. David brings decades of experience as a story writer and director on well-known films and TV series. The course clearly teaches how to build a solid story foundation, with practical structure rather than just theory. Although the class size was large, the support was excellent. David’s assistant was highly responsive and took the time to answer detailed questions about storytelling and career paths. The guest speakers, his accomplished colleagues who write for major animated shows, were another highlight, along with the supportive online community. I completed the course in February. By the summer, my second script won Best Female Screenwriter at the Tokyo Film & Screenplay Awards and was a Quarterfinalist in the Action & Adventure Screenplay Competition for Emerging Screenwriters. If you are serious about building a long-term career in story writing or directing, this course provides a strong and meaningful foundation.

I joined the automotive design course and highly recommend it to anyone interested in stepping into the world of car design. I am an architect by profession, but automotive design has always been a personal dream. This course gave me an entirely new perspective on how vehicles are thoughtfully designed, particularly through its strong focus on exterior design, which made it the perfect introduction for anyone looking to get their foot in the automotive design industry. My goal was to design my own personal car from concept to form, and this course gave me the confidence and clear understanding of the proper design process to do exactly that. Learning directly from industry professionals and engaging with real-world design workflows was incredibly valuable and inspiring. Beyond the main instruction, we also learned from guest lecturers who generously shared insights from their own specialties, adding depth and real-world context to the experience. Overall, it was an exceptional experience. Learning from the best gives you the confidence that you are on the right path and applying the right principles from day one.

Classes were concise, full of important information, and taught by a fantastic professor!

I really enjoyed the class with former Ford Senior Automotive Designer Ege Arguden. Though the class is fast paced, Ege doesn't add to the pressure and teaches in a way that allows the students room to grow as fast as possible. Sketching techniques are a crucial foundation for the rest of the class and the methods used are very helpful. I would recommend the class to anyone wishing to explore the automotive design process from start to finish as it also applies to other fields of design as well.

Ege, Paulina and the ELVTR crew put together a great course. I enjoyed all of it, there was everything from history of the sector to challenging new software I wouldn't have familiarized myself with had I not taken this course. The fellow students also had great questions and I felt like we were well engaged. Thanks again to Ege Paulina and the ELVTR team!