Alan Rogers
Alan Rogers is a classically trained animator with a background in feature films, game animation, and commercial work. Alan has been a professional animator since 2002 and is a senior animator at id Software, known for the popular Doom game franchise. He previously worked at Blue Sky Studios, Sony Pictures Imageworks, and Rhythm & Hues. Alan mentors students in Animation Basics, the first course of the Animation Mentor 3D Character Animation Program.
Alan’s Credits

Doom: The Dark Ages

Doom Eternal

Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs
Films
- Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
- Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs
- Space Chimps
- The Ant Bully
- Ice Age: The Meltdown
GAMES
- Doom: The Dark Ages
- Redfall
- Doom Eternal
- Doom 3: Bethesda.net Edition
- Quake: Champions
- Prey
- Doom (2016)
- Wolfenstein: The Old Blood
- Rage: The Scorchers
- Doom 3: BFG Edition
Short Films
- 9
- Pea Brains (The Ant Bully)
- Turn It Down A Notch (The Ant Bully)
THEME PARK
- Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor (Disney World)
What Alan’s Students are Saying
College Doesn't Compare
Alan Rogers is a phenomenal mentor. I’ve studied animation/digital art in college but this class seriously doesn’t compare. Not only do I feel like my work has improved significantly, I feel a lot more confident in finding mistakes, improving my polish, and providing better animations for my job (They noticed my improvement!). Alan also contained a lot of really great philosophical and therapeutic dad wisdom when it came to working in the field. Anyone would be very lucky to take his class 🙂
Love His Detailed eCritiques
The way I rated Alan is because if it wasn’t for the way he teaches, I wouldn’t have been able to execute my work and polish it to the best of my abilities. I totally love his detailed eCritiques. He also tackled all our questions in the Q&As even after the hour was up and I really appreciate it very much! No suggestions at all, he is the best!
I See Everything in a New Light
Alan is very supportive and encouraging. He has just the right feedback to get my shots to the next level. I really feel like I’ve deepened my understanding of the art form through his lessons; I see everything in a new light.
I've Learned a Lot From Him
I’m very satisfied with the teachings received by Alan. Beside being clearly an expert in his field and giving exhaustive lessons, he creates a very positive and engaging learning environment. He’s patient and listens carefully to students’ questions and issues. His tutorials are very helpful. I feel I’ve learned a lot from him.
10/10 A Fantastic Mentor!
Alan was amazing! He always has extra videos he posts every week to help guide us through our assignments. Was always open to answering any questions we might have. His eCritiques are always above 10 minutes and would be full of useful advice that is explained thoughtfully and clearly. 10/10 a fantastic mentor!
Reinvigorated My Passion for Animation
I really enjoyed Alan’s enthusiasm for the class and I was pleasantly surprised by it. I’ve been in a job that’s reduced my passion for animation, but being in his class has reinvigorated that and his optimism, as well as his sharp critiques, encourage me to continue animating because this is what I want to do with my life.
Alan is Amazing!
Alan is amazing! He has a great way to give you very helpful, important feedback in a way that builds you up and not tear you down. His instructions and how he explains concepts/techniques is very clear and easy to understand. I would absolutely pick him again as mentor.
Highly Recommend Alan
Alan has been incredible for me. He’s always kind, concise, well spoken, and really knows his craft. His supportive attitude made me confident in my work, and excited to implement his feedback. I highly recommend Alan to future students! Couldn’t have asked for a better introduction to this amazing school!
College Doesn't Compare
Alan Rogers is a phenomenal mentor. I’ve studied animation/digital art in college but this class seriously doesn’t compare. Not only do I feel like my work has improved significantly, I feel a lot more confident in finding mistakes, improving my polish, and providing better animations for my job (They noticed my improvement!). Alan also contained a lot of really great philosophical and therapeutic dad wisdom when it came to working in the field. Anyone would be very lucky to take his class 🙂
Love His Detailed eCritiques
The way I rated Alan is because if it wasn’t for the way he teaches, I wouldn’t have been able to execute my work and polish it to the best of my abilities. I totally love his detailed eCritiques. He also tackled all our questions in the Q&As even after the hour was up and I really appreciate it very much! No suggestions at all, he is the best!
I See Everything in a New Light
Alan is very supportive and encouraging. He has just the right feedback to get my shots to the next level. I really feel like I’ve deepened my understanding of the art form through his lessons; I see everything in a new light.
I've Learned a Lot From Him
I’m very satisfied with the teachings received by Alan. Beside being clearly an expert in his field and giving exhaustive lessons, he creates a very positive and engaging learning environment. He’s patient and listens carefully to students’ questions and issues. His tutorials are very helpful. I feel I’ve learned a lot from him.
10/10 A Fantastic Mentor!
Alan was amazing! He always has extra videos he posts every week to help guide us through our assignments. Was always open to answering any questions we might have. His eCritiques are always above 10 minutes and would be full of useful advice that is explained thoughtfully and clearly. 10/10 a fantastic mentor!
Reinvigorated My Passion for Animation
I really enjoyed Alan’s enthusiasm for the class and I was pleasantly surprised by it. I’ve been in a job that’s reduced my passion for animation, but being in his class has reinvigorated that and his optimism, as well as his sharp critiques, encourage me to continue animating because this is what I want to do with my life.
Alan is Amazing!
Alan is amazing! He has a great way to give you very helpful, important feedback in a way that builds you up and not tear you down. His instructions and how he explains concepts/techniques is very clear and easy to understand. I would absolutely pick him again as mentor.
Highly Recommend Alan
Alan has been incredible for me. He’s always kind, concise, well spoken, and really knows his craft. His supportive attitude made me confident in my work, and excited to implement his feedback. I highly recommend Alan to future students! Couldn’t have asked for a better introduction to this amazing school!
Courses Taught By Alan
Courses may vary from term to term.
Animation
Basics
12-Week Course
Begin your character animation journey and master the basics.