AIE News

3 Things Studios Want in a Game Programmer

July 20, 2018

Increased popularity in computer, mobile, and console gaming has peaked the interest of many individuals seeking to break into the game programming industry. Well, that and the prospect of designing the next AAA title and becoming a part of a triple billion-dollar industry. Being a game programmer is a role that is rewarded highly in one…

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3 Things Studios Want in a Game Artist

July 13, 2018

Thinking about making a career as a game artist? From creating immersive worlds to interesting characters for a game studio, this is a dream job for many young artists, especially our Game Art and Animation students. Hiring studios around the world that are searching for talent may be looking for a variety of things. Whether…

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Global Game Jam Next

June 25, 2018

The Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AiE) and Pacific Science Center have teamed up to host the first official year of Global Game Jam Next! Jammers ages 12-17 years are welcome to participate – no prior training needed. Register to be part of the action!

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Level Up Industry Lesson: 3D Animator

June 18, 2018

So far, we went over the career path of the Game Designer and the Video Game Producer; this time, we are exploring the career track of a 3D animator. In this Level Up Industry Lesson, we’ll be going over what a 3D Animator does, and the requirements of what it takes to become one. Meet…

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Level Up Industry Lesson: Video Game Producer

May 23, 2018

Think you might have what it takes to produce games? In this second installment of our Level Up Industry Lessons, we’ll be going over what a Video Game Producer does, and the requirements of what it takes to become one. Meet the Video Game Producer A video game producer’s role varies not only by studio,…

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Artcade, May 12th 2018

April 19, 2018

Artcade is a FREE one-day event dedicated to promoting video game development, independent film, and music and art that is unique to Acadiana presented by the Academy of Interactive Entertainment and the Lafayette Science Museum.

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Introduction To Game Design | AIE Holiday Course

Level Up Industry Lesson: Game Designer

April 2, 2018

Welcome to the first installment of our Level Up Industry Lesson, this week we will be going over the role of the Game Designer. If you’re interested in game development, 3D animation or VFX industries, you’re in the right place. Maybe you’re still trying to figure out if game design is the right path for…

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AIE Open House – March 10th

March 27, 2018

James Cardo (Head of School), kicked off our Open House event with a wonderful introduction of our campus highlights and alumni achievements. He explained the different pathways to get into the industry, and importance of building a portfolio in the respective areas of gaming and animation. He shared some of his favorite stories from our…

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6 Ways To Crack Into Game Development

October 25, 2017

Do you get excited when you overhear someone discussing Minecraft on public transport? Does thinking about game-play mechanics or artificial intelligence get you excited?

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All the World’s a Stage

September 29, 2017

For many of us, it started with J.R.R. Tolkien’s maps of Middle Earth. The LOTR saga created a huge history of hobbits, orcs, elves, and dragons that was pinned to a “reality” by the great maps drawn by Tolkien and his son Christopher.

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AIE Open House – November 18th

September 10, 2017

Discover the courses designed to get you started in game development, 3D animation and visual effects for film at AIE’s Open House. The Lafayette and Seattle campuses will be opening their doors to visitors eager to find out about AIE courses starting in 2018. The day will include presentations on different areas of industry as…

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