Savvy Coders and Oscar® Winner Carl Reed’s Composition Media Launch AI Animation Program

ST. LOUIS, MO — 6/18/2025 — Savvy Coders, a leading provider of accelerated tech education, proudly announces the launch of its newest program: AI Animation and Production, created in collaboration with Oscar® Winner Carl Reed’s Composition Media. The first cohort begins in July 2025, with free monthly virtual preview sessions now open for registration at www.savvycoders.com.

 

This innovative program fuses cutting-edge technology with cinematic storytelling, giving students hands-on experience with AI-driven animation workflows, production tools, and creative development techniques used by industry leaders. Whether you’re an aspiring animator, digital artist, or tech professional aiming to expand your creative toolkit, this program offers a powerful entry point into fast-growing fields like entertainment, marketing, and game development.

 

The collaboration between Savvy Coders and Composition Media is designed to drive regional economic growth by building a pipeline of AI-enabled content creators in Missouri—positioning the state as an emerging hub for digital media production.

 

Savvy Coders is authorized by the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development to accept multiple forms of public funding, including the Missouri Fast Track Grant, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funding, and the H1B-One Workforce Grant through UAW-LETC. These funding opportunities—available to eligible residents of Missouri and Illinois—may cover tuition in full, significantly expanding access to high-quality tech education. Additional details are available at https://savvycoders.com/funding/.

Composition Media, known for leveraging AI to dramatically streamline animation production since its founding in 2022, is at the forefront of meeting the booming demand for digital content.

“We believe Missouri is uniquely positioned to capitalize on the digital content revolution,” said Carl Reed, CEO of Composition Media. “With its central location, lower operating costs, and an untapped pool of creative talent, the state has the strategic advantages needed to thrive in this space.”

“By combining Savvy Coders’ instructional excellence with the cinematic innovation of Composition Media, we’re creating a truly groundbreaking learning experience,” added Elaine Queathem, CEO of Savvy Coders. “This program prepares students to succeed at the intersection of technology and art—one of the most dynamic areas of the digital economy.”



To preview the program, Savvy Coders is offering free monthly virtual sessions where prospective students can meet instructors, explore the curriculum, and experience the future of digital creativity firsthand.

Learn more and register at www.savvycoders.com.

 

About Savvy Coders:

Savvy Coders is a mission-driven tech education provider committed to increasing diversity and accessibility in the technology industry. Since its founding, Savvy Coders has partnered with nonprofit organizations to deliver accelerated, hands-on training programs designed for individuals traditionally underrepresented in tech. With a focus on quality, flexibility, and real-world relevance, Savvy Coders offers immersive 12- to 20-week courses in Full Stack Development, Data Analytics + Python, and Cybersecurity. The organization equips students with the skills, mentorship, and career support needed to launch successful tech careers and strengthen local economies. Learn more at www.savvycoders.com.

 

About Composition Media:

Founded by Carl Reed, Composition Media is a diverse and forward-thinking animation studio with an innovative approach to making animated film and TV content for a global audience.

 

As an organization that embraces and embodies disruption in the entertainment ecosystem, Composition Media presents universally themed stories to audiences looking for elevated content. Adopting a transmedia approach to seed and develop IP through collaboration with storytellers around the world, Composition Media brings fresh entertainment properties to audiences globally.

 

Prior to launching Composition Media, Carl Reed co-founded Lion Forge Comics, and later co-founded Lion Forge Animation, serving as its President and Chief Creative Officer. While with Lion Forge, Reed produced Matthew Cherry’s “Hair Love,” which won an Academy Award® for Best Animated Short, “Rise Up, Sing Out,” an Annie Award and NAACP Image Award-nominated animated musical series featuring music by The Roots for Disney Junior/Disney+, and the Emmy-nominated animated musical series “Rhymes Through Times” created by Nick Jr./Noggin featuring music performed by Christopher Jackson (“Hamilton”). Learn more at www.compositionmedia.com.

 

 

For media inquiries or to schedule an interview, please contact:
Elaine Queathem
CEO, Savvy Coders
elaine@savvycoders.com

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