FAQ

Kyosil is for animators who are ready to grow, and want to do it in a space that’s honest, challenging, and genuinely supportive. You’re probably a good fit if: You’ve already got a solid grasp of the fundamentals. You want to be seen, heard, and mentored by someone who truly cares about your progress. This isn’t a passive “watch and learn” kind of setup. It’s a two-way relationship between you and your mentor. We keep groups small on purpose, so every student is known not just by their reel, but by how they think, where they’re stuck, and what they’re capable of. Our mentors don’t just give notes and disappear. They invest in you. They’ll call you out when you’re playing it safe, help you through roadblocks, and push you past the plateau you didn’t even realize you were on. If you’re ready to take your growth seriously, and you’re looking for a space where that growth is respected and supported every step of the way, KYOSIL could be what you’ve been looking for.

Duration: Choose between 9 or 12-week programs. Sessions: Meet with your mentor twice a week via Zoom. Communication: Stay connected through Discord for ongoing support. Pace: Work at your own speed; we understand that everyone learns differently.

The Kyosil mentorship is offered in two formats: 9 weeks – $1050 USD 12 weeks – $1350 USD (+8% added to cover PayPal/Stripe fees) We know it's a significant investment, and we want you to understand exactly where that cost goes. Here's what you're paying for: Access to a feature-quality rig that holds up under serious animation demands. Plus a discount to Ramon Arango's rigs! Mentors who stay engaged with your work even outside of scheduled sessions. You're not just a name on a calendar, we actively track your progress and stay in touch! No time limit on feedback. We don't cap note-giving to a set duration. If your work needs more polish or you’re stuck in the final 10%, we stay with you until it's right. If you need more notes, just message your mentor if they can make more time in the next class for your work! Our goal isn’t to scale this into a faceless factory. It’s to keep it personal, sustainable, and meaningful for both students and mentors.

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.

A demo reel that showcases your current skill level. A commitment to personal growth and active participation. We review applications to ensure that each mentee is suited for KYOSIL's program. Due to number of applicants we may not be able to provide a result of your application. However, if you are accepted, you will receive an email once enrollment opens for the upcoming term.

There is a non-refundable fee of $300 dollars when you register. This was set so that it gives a fair chance to all students who want to sign up for the class. It's unfortunate if a student drops out and other potential students from before realize too late. Once you are registered, you have until 3 weeks before class starts to ask for a refund except the non-refundable fee. Please keep in mind that the refund will exclude the non-refundable fee and the Stripe/Paypal fee.

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*

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.

KYOSIL RIG Discount to Ramon Arango's Rigs. All meeting recordings to access on the website Animbot*