If you can dream it, you can make it.
If you can dream it, you can make it.
Bring your cinematic fantasies from imagination to screen with animation tools used by the industry's top studios.
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Turn dreams into cinematic masterpieces
Your dreams don't have limits. Your toolkit shouldn't either.
CONTENT CREATION
Maya
Maya
Access award-winning 3D animation and modeling toolsets
Render captivating animations with Arnold integrated in Maya
$2,010/year
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CONTENT CREATION
Maya Creative
Maya Creative
Access Maya's core toolsets with restricted features at a lower price
Reduce costs by only paying for Maya Creative on days it is open
$99 for 33 tokens
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PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT & REVIEW
Flow Production Tracking (formerly ShotGrid)
Flow Production Tracking (formerly ShotGrid)
Manage and review every step of your production in the cloud
Optimize resources with AI-powered project planning and scheduling capabilities
$390/year
Get started with a free 30 day trial
Captivate audiences with innovative animation styles
Captivate audiences with innovative animation styles
Your creations are limited only by your imagination. Whether you’re looking for an all-in-one animation solution or a tool that adapts seamlessly to your unique studio needs, Maya provides the flexibility and customization you need to transform ordinary ideas into extraordinary stories.
Explore how the studio behind "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem" defies animation conventions to craft compelling stories that resonate with audiences worldwide.
Reliable pipelines, remarkable results
Reliable pipelines, remarkable results
Open standards are crucial for animation pipelines. They optimize workflows, ensure data consistency, and promote seamless collaboration among artists. Autodesk is committed to advancing critical standards like OpenUSD to enhance interoperability across various tools and platforms, making complex projects more manageable and effective.
Explore how Maya's built-in support for OpenUSD enables Qvisten Animation to conquer workflow complexities and foster seamless collaboration across their team.
Customer Voice
"Maya is the most powerful tool when it comes to working on large, high-end quality projects. One of its greatest strengths is the high level of customization. "
Lee Jae-Sung, Supervisor at LOCUS Animation
"Being able to track the production of a movie from A to Z with Flow Production Tracking saves a lot of time for everyone. "
Fanny Ruyer, Production Manager at Mikros Animation
"OpenUSD brings numerous new concepts to the table and Maya makes it very familiar for the users to work with."
Raymond Kreppene, Chief Technology Officer at Qvisten Animation
Are you a small but mighty animation studio?
Are you a small but mighty animation studio?
Whether you're a recent graduate, freelancer or hobbyists, or on the cusp of your career you can plug into the power of Maya, at a price you can afford with Maya Indie.
Animation Resources
MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT YOUTUBE CHANNEL
Product support
Product support
Stuck on a scene? Tackle it like a pro or get the support you need.
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MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT YOUTUBE CHANNEL
Flexible payment options
Flexible payment options
In the realm of animation, we know one size doesn't fit all.
Use Maya for a day. Or a month. Then stop. No pressure, no subscription.
AREA 3D COMMUNITY SITE
Animation Resource Guide
Animation Resource Guide
Try your Autodesk software risk-free. If you purchased directly with Autodesk, you may return your monthly subscription within 15 days or your 1- or 3-year subscription within 30 days.
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Learning resources
Learning resources
Even the best need a spark of inspiration. Access a wealth of animation content on YouTube and on our blog.
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Ready to make magic happen?
Ready to make magic happen?
Meet with our team of experts to find the best software solution for your animation studio.
Prefer chatting over the phone?
Don't hesitate to give us a call at 1-833-570-5778.
Meet with our team of experts to find the best software solution for your animation studio.
Prefer chatting over the phone?
Don't hesitate to give us a call at 1-833-570-5778.
Ready to make magic happen?
Ready to make magic happen?
Meet with our team of experts to find the best software solution for your animation studio.
Prefer chatting over the phone?
Don't hesitate to give us a call at 1-833-570-5778.
Meet with our team of experts to find the best software solution for your animation studio.
Prefer chatting over the phone?
Don't hesitate to give us a call at 1-833-570-5778.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
You are eligible to subscribe to Maya Indie if you meet the following requirements:
Users’/Organizations’ annual gross revenue from creative work must be less than max threshold for your country
You may not use the license on any project valued over $100,000 USD
Only one (1) license can be used per user or organization
Autodesk Maya Indie is only eligible in the following countries
Click here for additional eligibility requirements details
Autodesk has a few technical support options available for all customers including:
8x5 live support: where you can contact an Autodesk specialist for help during your local business hours with Autodesk Assistant
Web case support: Submit a case and get help from an Autodesk specialist within one business day
Online self-help: Troubleshoot issues with peers and experts in our community forums and the answers to your questions on the Autodesk Knowledge Network (AKN)
Autodesk Maya® software provides tools for a wide range of tasks such as motion graphics, dynamics, simulation, and FX, while Autodesk Maya Creative offers professional 3D tools including animation, rigging, modeling, and rendering. Compare Maya and Maya Creative.