The process of designing and producing computer/video games and other types of interactive multimedia involves a variety of people utilizing specialized skills. Some of these skills are conceptual: designing game concepts and interactions or creating stories. Some of these skills are artistic: creating 3-D models, 3-D animation, and texture mapping for 3-D using industry related software; photo manipulation and original creation of 2-D art for backgrounds and characters using image editing and painting software. Some of these skills are managerial: determining budgets and schedules for project completion and assembling the right group of creative people. Game designers may be specialists in one or two aspects of the total design process, but their value as participants in that process is enhanced by a comprehensive knowledge of the entire operation.
In pursuing the Bachelor's Degree in Game Art & Design, students are first encouraged to master hand skills through a rich variety of fundamental art courses and then learn to use 2-D and 3-D design tools to create characters, backgrounds, animations, and textures used in producing computer/video games and multimedia. In addition, they acquire a level of knowledge in programming and scripting to be able to intelligently converse with programmers.
Graduates of this program can expect to find entry-level jobs such as concept artist, 3D modeler, effects artist, level designer, interface designer and illustrator. The Bachelor's Degree Program also provides a unique learning opportunity in the management of projects and development teams.
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