Open House
Open House - Sat July 19th, 2025
Considering a career in games, 3D or VFX?
Discover the programs designed to get you started in game development, 3D animation and visual effects at the AIE Open House on Sat July 19th, 2025. We will be opening their doors to visitors eager to find out about upcoming full-time and part-time programs.
The day will include presentations on different areas of industry as well as information about AIE programs and entry requirements. Student work will be on display and our instructors will be available to speak with you about how AIE can get you into a creative career.
Schedule
The event starts at 10:00am CDT.
AIE Programs and Career Pathways
Description Time The games and film industry continues to grow significantly in both the United States and overseas. During this session, participants will be given an in-depth analysis of the industry as well as detailed information on the programs that AIE offers, and the application process. 10:00am
11:00am
12:00pm
1:30pm
GAME ART AND ANIMATION
Description Time Game artists create all the amazing graphics in the games you love to play. They are responsible for creating the characters, environments, all the visual effects plus a range of other tasks that impact on the visual style of the game. 10:30am
11:30am
1:00pm
2:30pm
GAME PROGRAMMING
Description Time Programmers are the wizards of the future! Game programmers are instrumental when it comes to creating the framework, functionality and interaction in a game. 10:30am
12:00pm
1:00pm
2:30pm-
GAME DESIGN AND PRODUCTION
Description Time Game Designers are instrumental in the development of the concepts, story and implementation of game play dynamics in video game production. They are the visionaries and evangelists and are vital in the development process. AIE's Game Design and Production instructors will be providing information on the content of this program. 10:30am
12:30pm
2:00pm 
3D ANIMATION & VFX FOR FILM
Description Time 3D artists create all the amazing visual content we see on our screens. This session will provide an in-depth look at AIE's 3D Animation and VFX program with specific details on each of the units covered in the program. Our instructors will also be showcasing work from some of this year's students. 11:00am
12:30pm
2:00pmAlumni & Student guest speakers
Description Time Each campus will be hosting an AIE alumni or student speaker who will be sharing their experiences of what life is like studying games and visual effects at AIE. 11:00am
1:30pmADMISSIONS & SCHOLARSHIPS
Description Time Discover more about the application and enrollment process here at AIE with Admissions professionals. Also, find out about scholarships available for incoming students. 11:00am
1:30pm
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