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we are games we are visual fx we are hands-on we are specialists we are industry SPECIALIST EDUCATORS IN we are aie GAMES, ANIMATION & FILM VFX academy of interactive entertainment seattle, washington "AIE was the best choice I made when deciding my career AIE is a world leader in games path, the course structure and the connections I made there is what put me in the position for most of the jobs I've gotten. The teachers go above and beyond for their students!" and visual effects education. Kellie Lautier AIE was established as a non-profit college in 1996 to offer college-level, accredited CHARACTER ARTIST, education that equips students with cutting-edge skills. Our mission is to train students SMG STUDIO (INDIE GAME STUDIO & CREATORS OF DEATH SQUARED) for employment and career opportunities in 3D animation, game development and related fields through the provision of world class education as well as acting as a catalyst to build these industries. As one of the first colleges in the world to offer specialized training for 3D animation and video game development, our graduates are working in the top studios internationally such as Bungie, ILM, Dreamworks Animation, Bioware, Weta Digital, Rockstar and many more renowned studios world-wide. “AIE gave me the opportunity to learn industry relevant skills Our teachers are a highly qualified team of industry veterans who’ve built their that made it possible for me to get a job in the industry. names creating the games you’ve played and the movies and film visual effects The teachers were fantastic and incredibly motivated” you’ve watched. It’s this experience that enables staff to link graduates with real work experiences and opportunities — if you’re awesome, the industry wants to know about it. Damien Lam LEAD MODELLER, Let our industry success build your industry success. SCANLINE VFX (OSCAR-WINNING VFX STUDIO) WHAT'S UNIQUE ABOUT AIE? Our students develop strong hands-on skills Our courses are highly specialized in games, and learn in simulated studio environments VFX and animation because our teachers so they are industry ready. come from industry. “My time at AIE enabled me to create the career and company I imagined. The staff is always there to help out - so use it! We were able to use our time at AIE as a launch-pad for Collidalot and Grunka Munka Games. Thanks to AIE, I was able to make Our graduates have worked on the top Our profits are re-invested in our students the connections I needed and build the career I wanted.” and industry growth initiatives because games and films world-wide because we Andrew Ward help them create great work that we are not-for-profit. GAME PROGRAMMING ALUMNUS, showcases their talent. GRUNKA MUNKA GAMES & HARDSUIT LABS We were one of the first educators world-wide to create and deliver game development qualifications. "What I enjoyed about AIE the most was being taught by We’ve been around since 1996! people that actually have industry experience. My teachers at AIE really helped me figure out the necessary paths and helped me be the best that I could be when I graduated." Josh Van Zuylen Student work (front cover, L - R): "Kenta" by Janice Scott; “Follow You Cyborg” by SENIOR ENVIRONMENT ARTIST, Chrysa Kipourou; “Out of Gas” by Ivan Barbarich, Jesse Cohen, Jonathan Denny, CLOUD IMPERIUM GAMES (CREATORS OF STAR CITIZEN) Ghazal Saeid, Bryan Botterill, James Stewart, Andy Nguyen & Nathan Landman; “Kiara” by Jessica Murphy 2 3 we are your pathway into Demand and opportunity continue to grow for graduates as the fields of animation, simulation games, 3D & VFX and 3D design evolve. 3D Animation & VFX for Film Game Art & Animation Game Design & Production Game Programming 3D artists build the environments, Game artists build the worlds, Game designers are the visionaries Game programmers drive the characters and visual effects in the characters and levels for the games who thrive on new ideas and think development process, creating movies you love to watch. that you love to play. about how users will interact and the framework, functionality enjoy their game experience. and interactions in the game. 3D artists are visually creative Game artists are visually Game designers possess a Game programmers have an and have a passion for films creative and have a passion combination of technical knowledge, aptitude for logic, are creative and creating digital art. for making games. artistic skill and the ability to problem solvers and enjoy communicate to players. technical challenges. • Character Animator • 3D Modeler • Game Designer • Game Engine Programmer • Technical Director • Texture Artist • System Designer • AI Programmer • VFX Artist • Level Designer • Narrative Designer • Gameplay Programmer • Compositor • Technical Artist • UI Designer • Software Engineer A GREAT PLACE TO A GREAT PLACE TO GET STARTED INTRODUCTORY COURSES INTRODUCTORY COURSES INTRODUCTORY COURSES INTRODUCTORY COURSES GET STARTED A list of short courses are on page 14 A list of short courses are on page 14 A list of short courses are on page 14 A list of short courses are on page 14 or online at aie.edu/intro or online at aie.edu/intro or online at aie.edu/intro or online at aie.edu/intro START YOUR START YOUR CAREER HERE PROGRAM PROGRAM PROGRAM PROGRAM CAREER HERE Advanced Diploma of Advanced Diploma of Advanced Diploma of Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media Professional Game Development Professional Game Development Professional Game Development Specializing in 3D Animation & Visual FX Specializing in Game Art & Animation Specializing in Game Design & Production Specializing in Game Programming 1800 clock hours / 2 year program 1800 clock hours / 2 year program 1800 clock hours / 2 year program 1800 clock hours / 2 year program More information can be found on page 6 More information can be found on page 8 More information can be found on page 10 More information can be found on page 12 or online at aie.edu/3danimation or online at aie.edu/gameart or online at aie.edu/gamedesign or online at aie.edu/gameprog 4 5 we are 3D animation & VFX for film CIP CODE: 10.0304 Create photorealistic animation and visual effects for film and TV. The 3D Animation & Visual FX program is a practical program, designed by industry to give you the best technical training to work as a 3D artist in the film and animation industry using the same tools and technology used by top visual effects studios. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ACCREDITATION › Develop skills in 3D modeling, texturing, UVW unwrapping, rigging, Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media animation, lighting, using cameras, rendering and compositing. Specializing in 3D Animation & Visual FX › Work in team-led structures emulating real-world industry This two-year, full-time program has been workplaces. approved by the Council on Occupational › Learn advanced high polygon modeling, realistic lighting, Education and the US Department texturing and advanced realistic character animation. of Education. The CIP program code is 10.0304. › Learn to organize and plan large productions. › Learn to articulate and present your ideas to peers. SOFTWARE SKILLS › Get experience in tools for production and management. › Learn advanced compositing techniques such as › Maya — 3D modeling, rigging, animating, rotoscoping, chroma keying and camera tracking. lighting and rendering › Learn how to use 4k cameras to film background plates. › ZBrush — High-detail sculpting and texturing › Adobe Photoshop — Concept art and texture maps MAJOR SCREEN PROJECTS AND SHOWREEL › Nuke and 3D Equalizer — Compositing and match-moving Complete two major projects including polished visual effects › DaVinci Resolve — Video editing shots, and a short film produced under studio conditions. › Renderman — Rendering These will supply impressive footage for your graduate showreel, demonstrating proficiency in all aspects of animation production, › Deadline — Render farm management from animatics to asset modeling, VFX compositing to › Substance Suite — High detail materials post-production. and texturing AIE students have won awards at short film and animation festivals around the world for their final film projects. Student work: "The Last Stand" by AIE Melbourne's Class of 2019 "Dragon Magic" by Duncan Bean, Liam Gatley, Kristina Demar, Kim Truong and Daniel Hailey. 6 aie.edu/3danimation 7 we are game art & animation CIP CODE: 11.0803 Create 3D environments and characters for game worlds. Game Artists work in specialist areas such as 3D modeling, texturing, animation, rigging, shader development and lighting. Working with other artists, programmers and designers you will be creating unique entertainment experiences using cutting-edge game technology. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ACCREDITATION › Develop skills in 3D modeling, texturing, UV unwrapping, Advanced Diploma of Professional Game rigging, animation, lighting and using cameras. Development Specializing in Game Art & › Concept, model and animate characters, build realistic and Animation stylized environments and props and develop animation This two-year, full-time program has been techniques which bring your characters to life. approved by the Council on Occupational › Take advantage of the latest techniques, skills and software Education and the US Department required to build high quality artwork within game engines of Education. The CIP program code is as well as new emerging technologies. 10.0303. › Develop advanced modeling, texturing and animation skills for real time development. SOFTWARE SKILLS › Prepare a professional game