Game Development
Program Description
Do you have a passion for games?
If so, you can be a part of this exciting industry. There are many challenging roles you can play in the game business, and the foundation you will find at Flashpoint Academy will prepare you as a top candidate for those entry level spots. If you want to be a producer, writer, designer, artist, modeler, coder or any of the other dozens of possible roles that our training can prepare you for in this field, here's some of what you can expect in our professionally driven game development, game design and game production school in Chicago. If you're not yet sure what it is that you want to do, our program will give you a great start so that you can find success in your area of specialization.
Flashpoint Academy's two year course of study features:
- Critical training in professionalism and teamwork appropriate to the industry
- Transmedia collaboration
- Building online student portfolios
- Hands-on workflow with professional digital asset management systems
- Training and creative content building with key tools such as 3D Studio Max, SoftImage XSI, ZBrush, MudBox, Adobe Creative Suite (including Photoshop), Dreamweaver MX, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Developer Studio, plus various modding tools for cutting-edge game engines
- Development of written and oral communication skills primary for success in team-based professional environments
- Side-by-side work with game professionals and actual contracted work with companies throughout many industries
- Interfacing with local studios in Chicago including Midway Games, Wideload, Pop Cap Games, Day 1 Studios, and others, including work with the International Game Developer's Association
- Ultimate innovation and creativity in all things while understanding all aspects of the business - Bring true life to your digital dreams!
