Question 1

Who is KYOSIL for?

Accepted Answer

KYOSIL is made for experienced animators who are ready to grow and who want to do that in a space that’s honest, challenging, and supportive in and out of class.

You’re probably a good fit if you already have a solid understanding of the fundamentals and you’re looking for real mentorship, not just surface-level feedback. We spend a lot of time making sure every student’s experience is personal and meaningful between them and their mentor.

Mentors at KYOSIL are passionate about the craft and guiding each and every animator that are looking to not just finish a shot, but to improve.

If you’re serious about your growth and you want to be in a space where that growth is respected, challenged, and supported every step of the way, KYOSIL is here for you.

Question 2

What is KYOSIL LITE?

Accepted Answer

KYOSIL Lite is a flexible monthly mentorship membership led by Shawn Lee, designed for animators who want ongoing feedback without the commitment of a full-term program.

As a member, you’ll be able to book up to 2 live critique sessions per month using your membership. The calendar of available sessions is always visible, but booking access is unlocked only once you’ve joined. Each session has limited spots to ensure focused, high-quality feedback.

You’ll also get access to the KYOSIL Discord, where you can ask questions between sessions, share progress, and view occasional demos, tips, and behind-the-scenes resources.

Whether you’re polishing shots or just need ongoing support, KYOSIL Lite gives you flexible access to mentorship at a more accessible pace and cost.

Question 3

What happened to the full term 9 to 12 week mentorship?

Accepted Answer

We understand that finances and time commitment are huge factors that cause a lot of friction for many young animators, so we wanted to introduce a new mentorship program that could still carry the same attention as our full KYOSL Mentorship but at an affordable price.

If you are still interested in a full mentorship however, just let us know what mentor you had in mind, and if there's enough interest to run a full term, we can always see if it's a possibility.

Question 4

How much is the mentorship?

Accepted Answer

Kyosil Lite is offered at $100 dollars (plus 6% payment processing fee) a month until cancelled. It will be charged beginning of every month.

Question 5

Do you guarantee job placement?

Accepted Answer

No. We don't make promises about job placements or claim to be a shortcut to industry success. Our focus is on helping you become a better animator through dedicated mentorship.

Question 6

What is your return policy?

Accepted Answer

There is no refund policy for our Lite program unless we initiate the refund if we believe that you aren't a good fit for the program.

Question 7

How is KYOSIL different from online schools?

Accepted Answer

KYOSIL is founded on the idea of embracing growth. Rather than focusing on the result, we try to find joy within the challenge that comes from the process of making our work. This is why the mentorship program is not centered around a set syllabus/schedule so that we don't rush the process. 
 
With that in mind, mentees can choose how they want to spend the term. There are no grading systems or assignments in KYOSIL. Only expectation for those wanting to enroll in KYOSIL's mentorship program is to come hungry and to love the process more than the result.

KYOSIL is a mentorship/tutoring service, not a school*

Question 8

Is Autodesk Maya license provided?

Accepted Answer

No (as of now). Autodesk/SheerID has gotten more strict when it comes to what institutions qualify for their educational licenses. We are unfortunately unable to provide any educational Autodesk Maya licenses.

Question 9

What's included with my enrollment?

Accepted Answer

KYOSIL Lite will provide our Shawn rig that will be accessible on your Dashboard.

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