L'Idem Barcelona

Name

L'Idem Barcelona

Legal name

L'Idem Animation School

Website

https://lidembarcelona.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Animation Education

NAICS

Fine Arts Schools (611610), Educational Services (611), Computer Training (61142), Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAHAJAB

Design Colleges (Graphic, Industrial, UX/UI, Interior)

Education/Higher Education (Colleges & Universities)/Arts, Music & Design Colleges

SECONDARYEDAMACAE

Game Development (Unity, Unreal, 2D/3D)

Education/Supplemental & Enrichment Programs (Arts, STEM, Language)/Coding & Computer Science Programs

SECONDARYEDAMACAG

AI & Machine Learning (Foundations & Applied)

Education/Supplemental & Enrichment Programs (Arts, STEM, Language)/Coding & Computer Science Programs

SECONDARYEDAFAJAL

Creator Tools & Content Pipelines for Immersive Learning (VR lesson builders, 3D asset workflows)

Education/Education Technology (EdTech) & Digital Learning/AR/VR/XR, Simulations & Immersive Learning

Keywords

• Animation education
• Digital arts training
• 3D animation programs
• Visual effects courses
• Concept art degrees

Headquarters

HQ city

Barcelona

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Academic Programs: L'Idem generates revenue through tuition fees for its animation degree programs (Carreras de Animación), International Master's programs, online courses (bootcamps), and Summer Campus programs. Programs include 2D Animation, 3D Animation, 3D/Videojuegos/VFX, and Concept Art at various credential levels.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

L'Idem Animation School is an international digital arts educational institution that delivers degree and certificate programs in animation, video games, visual effects, and concept art. Offerings include bachelor's degree programs (2D Animation, 3D Animation, 3D/Video Games/VFX, Concept Art & Game Art), International Master's programs awarding official French certification, online bootcamps (CFX/FX with Houdini, Compositing with Nuke), AI-focused online courses, and Summer Campus programs in Barcelona and Madrid.

Product overview

L'Idem Animation School is an international digital arts educational institution offering a comprehensive portfolio of animation and digital arts programs. The school provides bachelor's degree programs in 2D Animation, 3D Animation, 3D/Video Games/VFX, and Concept Art/Game Art. These are complemented by International Master's programs (2D Animation, 3D Animation, 3D Generalist, and Concept Art) that award official French certifications. The school also offers online courses and bootcamps including CFX/FX with Houdini, Compositing with Nuke, and AI-focused courses in Creative Direction and Digital Product Design. Additionally, Summer Campus programs in Barcelona and Madrid provide intensive short-term training options. With three campuses across France (Perpignan) and Spain (Barcelona and Madrid), the school leverages French educational excellence to prepare students for the international animation industry, maintaining partnerships with over 1,000 international companies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Animación 2D (Bachelor's Program) Bachelor's degree program teaching 2D animation from scratch using professional software with a 100% practical methodology; aimed at aspiring animators entering the animation industry.
• Animación 3D (Bachelor's Program) Bachelor's degree program teaching 3D animation and environment creation with active professionals and real projects from day one; aimed at aspiring 3D animators.
• 3D, Videojuegos y VFX (Bachelor's Program) Bachelor's degree program covering 3D animation, video game development, and visual effects production.
• Concept Art y Game Art (Higher Education) Higher education program (Estudios Superiores) focused on concept art and game art design for the video game and entertainment industries.
• International Master in Animación 2D International master's program in 2D animation delivering official French certification.
• International Master in Animación 3D International master's program in 3D animation delivering official French certification.
• International Master 3D Generalista International master's program in 3D generalist animation delivering official French certification.
• International Master in Concept Art International master's program in concept art delivering official French certification.
• CFX con Houdini (Online Bootcamp) A 3-month online bootcamp teaching high-quality visual effects production with Houdini, simulating feathers, hair, clothes, and muscles; led by instructor Marc Dominguez.
• FX con Houdini (Online Bootcamp) Online bootcamp focused on visual effects production using Houdini software.
• Compositing con Nuke (Online Bootcamp) Online bootcamp teaching compositing techniques using Nuke software.
• Dirección Creativa con IA (Online Course) Online course covering creative direction using artificial intelligence tools.
• Diseño de Producto Digital con IA (Online Course) Online course covering digital product design using artificial intelligence tools.
• Summer Campus Barcelona Intensive summer program held at the Barcelona campus for international students seeking short-term immersive training.
• Summer Campus Madrid Intensive summer program held at the Madrid campus for international students seeking short-term immersive training.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 90% employment rate among graduates in animation industry

Named customers9 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature2 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Cartoon SalooncoreOthersIrish animation studio known for 'The Breadwinner' and 'Wolfwalkers.' Part of L'Idem's network of over 1,000 international animation and game studios that serve as pedagogical advisors and talent pipelines for graduates.
• DreamWorks AnimationcoreOthersMajor American animation studio. Part of L'Idem's industry network connecting graduates with employment opportunities at leading animation studios worldwide.
• UbisoftcoreOthersFrench video game developer and publisher. Part of L'Idem's network connecting graduates with career opportunities in the video game industry.
• Illumination EntertainmentcoreOthersAmerican film and animation studio behind the Despicable Me franchise. Part of L'Idem's network of industry partners.
• FramestorecoreOthersBritish visual effects and animation company. Part of L'Idem's network connecting graduates with high-end VFX and animation career opportunities.
• Epic GamescoreOthersAmerican video game and software company (Fortnite, Unreal Engine). Provides technology access and career connections for L'Idem students through the industry partner network.
• SkydancecoreOthersAmerican media company and animation studio. Part of L'Idem's network of industry partners for student employment and collaborative projects.
• GameloftcoreOthersFrench video game developer and publisher. Part of L'Idem's industry network connecting graduates with video game development career opportunities.
• KingcoreOthersSwedish video game developer (Candy Crush). Part of L'Idem's industry partner network for video game career connections.
• DogheadminorOthersAnimation studio appearing in L'Idem's partner network of over 1,000 companies.
• Ellipse AnimationminorOthersFrench animation studio appearing in L'Idem's partner network.
• Mago ProductionminorOthersProduction company appearing in L'Idem's partner network.
• Petoons StudiominorOthersSpanish animation studio appearing in L'Idem's partner network.
• Savage TVminorOthersProduction company appearing in L'Idem's partner network.
• Studio KimchiminorOthersAnimation studio appearing in L'Idem's partner network.
• TeamTominorOthersFrench animation studio appearing in L'Idem's partner network.
• The Glow Animation StudiominorOthersAnimation studio appearing in L'Idem's partner network.
• The SPA Studios AnimationminorOthersAnimation studio (co-founded by former Pixar executives) appearing in L'Idem's partner network.
• AutodeskcoreTechnology or IntegrationL'Idem is an official Autodesk Authorized Training Center, providing certified training on Maya and other Autodesk software used in animation production.
• Toon Boom AnimationcoreTechnology or IntegrationL'Idem is designated as a Toon Boom Center of Excellence, providing specialized training in Toon Boom Harmony for 2D animation production.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Vancouver Film School (VFS): Canadian post-secondary institution offering one-year intensive programs in animation, VFX, and game design. Direct competitor for international students pursuing accelerated industry-oriented training with strong studio placement networks.
• VanArts: Vancouver-based private school offering diploma programs in animation, VFX, and game art. Directly comparable in size, curriculum focus, and target student profile to L'Idem's bachelor's and bootcamp offerings.
• Gnomon — School of Visual Effects + Games: US-based school specializing in VFX, games, and animation, with strong ties to Hollywood studios. Competes with L'Idem for high-end 3D animation and VFX students and offers both on-campus and online programs.
• Rubika: French animation, video game, and industrial design school formed from the merger of Supinfogame, Supinfocom, and ISD. Competes with L'Idem on game development, 3D animation, and design programs across the French education ecosystem.
• ESMA (École Supérieure des Métiers Artistiques): French private school with campuses across France (Montpellier, Paris, Lyon, Nantes, Toulouse) offering degrees in 2D/3D animation, VFX, video games, and graphic design. Direct competitor for European animation students with similar multi-degree, multi-discipline curriculum and industry partnerships.
• Gobelins, l'école de l'image: French animation and digital arts school in Paris, widely regarded as one of Europe's top animation training institutions. L'Idem competes directly for international animation students seeking French credentials; both schools leverage French educational excellence and place graduates into the same global studios.
• École Georges Méliès: Paris-based private animation school offering degrees in 2D/3D animation, VFX, and game design. Direct French competitor for the same pool of French-degree-seeking international students.

Emerging players

• iAnimate: Online platform delivering specialized, mentor-led workshops in animation, rigging, and game animation. Represents the digital-first threat to L'Idem's premium in-person bootcamps, offering industry-expert training at lower price points globally.

Broad incumbents

• Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD): Large US private art and design university with strong animation and visual effects programs. Competes with L'Idem for international students seeking accredited degrees with broad creative industry placement.
• CalArts (California Institute of the Arts): Preeminent US art and animation college whose Character Animation program is the talent pipeline for Disney/Pixar. A benchmark institution in the animation education market, competing for top international talent and shaping global curriculum standards.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@Lidemschool
• Facebookfacebook.com/lidemanimationschool
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/lidemschool
• Instagraminstagram.com/lidemschool

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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