Think Tank Training Centre

Diploma in CG+3D Asset Creation for Film or Games

This is for artists new to CG who wish to spend the majority of their program remotely, but want to complete their portfolio in a highly collaborative, in-person setting. Students must be ready to dedicate at least 40-60 hours a week to their studies. Working while studying is not recommended.

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Term 1 (Online)

Start with the basics. From modeling, texturing, lighting, compositing, rendering, asset creation and more…this term is designed to train you in the most essential facets of traditional arts and computer graphics. In addition, you’ll be introduced to (and ultimately do a deep dive in) the software tools you’ll be using when working in the industry.

The courses you’ll take in this term will emphasize and enhance your organization, flexible thinking, and problem-solving skills. In just 16 weeks, you’ll become an extremely well-rounded artist, with a strong inkling towards what will become your area of specialization.

Courses

• Introduction to Maya
• 3d Modeling Fundamentals
• Look Development
• Texturing
• Final Project

Term 2 (Online)

The fundamental courses started in Term 1 continue, becoming more intense, complex, and demanding. You’ll be presented with more in-depth, creative techniques and tools that will allow you to produce more complex and detail-oriented work.

In addition to these more advanced lessons, you’ll be required to select your specialization path from one of four primary options: Environments & Props for Film or Games, and Characters & Creatures for Film or Games. These paths will inform what will eventually become your portfolio project during the following two terms.

Courses

• 3DModeling
• Drapery
• Hero Prop
• Anatomy & Topology
• Look Development
• Game Engines
• Production Pipeline
• Final Project
• Texturing

Term 3 (Online)

Courses in this term focus on advanced tools, workflows, and techniques that will prepare you for the final stages of your specialization. Guided by your online supervisor, you’ll begin to develop a full-term final project that will serve as a high-quality asset preceding the portfolio production stage to come.

Workload and expectations increase during this term as pre-production on your portfolio and demo reel begins while advanced courses continue.

Courses

• 3D Modeling
• Hero Prop
• Grooming
• Anatomy & Topology
• Environments
• Game Engines
• Advanced Tools
• Final Project
• Texturing

Term 4 (Campus)

Welcome to the Think Tank Campus. As the foundational piece of the portfolio production process, this mentor-focused term has you making definitive creative decisions on your pieces–such as finalizing shots, completing lighting, rendering, and compositing to produce what will become the final cut.

Alongside the industry-hardened advice of your instructors and personal mentor, you’ll take lessons focusing on presentation skills, portfolio packaging, career preparation, and job search which will provide invaluable direction on preparing resumés and cover letters, as well as industry practices and ethics.

Courses

• Presentation Skills
• Portfolio Packaging
• Job Search
• Production Pipeline
• Experiential Learning Lab
• Final Portfolio Production

Portal

Your virtual home base. Connect with classmates, and your supervisor, take in live sessions, and explore the student gallery.

Weekly Challenges

Utilize training materials, such as video, software screen capture, exercises, resources, and assignments.

Peer Learning

Take part in live question-and-answer sessions with your classmates and supervisor to share your ideas.

Small Classes

Each class has a max of eight students. This means less theory, less waiting, more collaboration, and more feedback.

24/7 Access

Throughout your program, you’ll get 24/7 access to all recorded live sessions and proprietary training materials.

Leave with Results

At the end of the day, walk away with a final project that you’ll proudly add to your portfolio, resumé, and bedroom wall.