Choose Your Own Adventure
Choose Your Own Adventure
Dive into the world of gaming and media with workshops like Game Development, Narrative Design, Digital Art, Commentary Techniques, Event Management and more, led by industry experts.
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Saturday, 27 July 2024
| Workshop Title | Crafting Compelling Trailers: The Art of Filmmaking |
| Date & Time | 27 July 2024, 10am – 12pm |
| Workshop Description | Explore the intricacies of the filmmaking process and master video editing techniques in this comprehensive course designed for aspiring filmmakers and media professionals. Delve into each stage of film production, from development to distribution, and gain practical experience with industry-standard tools and software. Learn to craft compelling trailers through hands-on practice, enhancing your storytelling and editing skills to create captivating visual content for film and media. |
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| Workshop Title | Introduction to Event Management |
| Date & Time | 27 July 2024, 11am – 12pm |
| Workshop Description | Understand the event planning process and a comprehensive overview of events management. Participants will explore key aspects such as budgeting, venue planning, vendor coordination, marketing, logistics, and on-site management. By the end, attendees will have the knowledge and tools to plan and execute successful events that meet their objectives and impress attendees. |
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| Workshop Title | Crafting Virtual Worlds: A Hands-On Unreal Engine |
| Date & Time | 27 July 2024, 1pm – 3pm |
| Workshop Description | Explore the convergence of AI with game design and technology in this cutting-edge workshop. Learn how AI is being utilized to automate design processes, enhance player interaction, and create smarter, more adaptive game environments |
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| Workshop Title | Mastering the Art of Hosting & Presenting |
| Date & Time | 27 July 2024, 1pm – 2pm |
| Workshop Description | This workshop offers a comprehensive introduction to hosting and presenting. Participants will learn essential presentation skills, voice modulation techniques, and effective body language. The session also covers strategies for engaging with audiences and managing interactions. To reinforce these skills, the workshop includes role-playing exercises, allowing participants to practice and receive feedback. |
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| Workshop Title | Digital Arts for Games & Media |
| Date & Time | 27 July 2024, 4pm – 6pm |
| Workshop Description | Discover the world of digital art techniques and learn how to craft a compelling portfolio tailored for the gaming and media industries. This comprehensive course covers essential tools and software, providing you with hands-on practice to develop your skills. You will explore various digital art methods and understand the workflow of industry-standard software. |
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| Workshop Title | Commentary Techniques for Competitive Gaming |
| Date & Time | 27 July 2024, 4pm – 5pm |
| Workshop Description | Participants will learn essential live commentary techniques, including the basics of analysis and play-by-play narration. Learn to balance excitement with clarity, crafting engaging narratives and providing insightful analysis in real-time. Practical exercises will be given for participants to practice live commentary on gameplay footage, receiving feedback to refine their skills and enhance their ability to captivate and inform their audience. |
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Sunday, 28 July 2024
| Workshop Title | Behind the Scenes of Esports Productions |
| Date & Time | 28 July 2024, 10am – 12pm |
| Workshop Description | Gain insights into gaming production, the organization of different types of esports games, and the basics of event production. This course provides an overview of various esports genres, detailing their unique structures and management strategies. You’ll learn essential skills in planning, logistics, and execution, ensuring you are equipped with the essential skills to host and manage esports tournaments effectively. |
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| Workshop Title | Introduction to Voice Acting |
| Date & Time | 28 July 2024, 11am – 12pm |
| Workshop Description | A 5-year journey fueled by a contagious passion for Japanese voice acting has led them to garner a massive following of over 300,000 followers on Instagram since they started posting 2 years ago. Their expertise in softer vocal tones and emotionally resonant deliveries shines through their work. While remaining a dedicated hobbyist, they leverage their thriving online community and unwavering dedication to empower aspiring voice actors to unlock their own unique potential. |
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| Workshop Title | Narrative Design & Storytelling |
| Date & Time | 28 July 2024, 1pm – 3pm |
| Workshop Description | A Holistic Approach to Great Characters! Learn about narrative design through game mechanics, pacing, game balancing and visual design in this lecture from industry professionals! This includes a fireside QnA session. |
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| Workshop Title | Inside the Indie Games Industry |
| Date & Time | 28 July 2024, 3pm – 4pm |
| Workshop Description | Join us for an in-depth look at the Indie Games Industry, presented by Colonist, the online platform for Settlers of Catan. Learn about our team and their unique contributions, and explore our diverse community of tournament organizers, coaches, YouTubers, streamers, and moderators. Discover how our community members started with us, where they are now, and how they monetize their involvement through events, coaching, content creation, and sponsorships. Gain insights and inspiration to become part of our thriving community. |
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| Workshop Title | Game Development 101: From Concept to Launch |
| Date & Time | 28 July 2024, 4pm – 6pm |
| Workshop Description | From Concept to Release and Beyond! Learn what you’ll need to know about game development all the way from conception, through production, to the release of your game and beyond. This lecture includes a fireside QnA session. |
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| Workshop Title | Crafting Engaging Content for Online Platforms |
| Date & Time | 28 July 2024, 4pm – 5pm |
| Workshop Description | This workshop will delve into content creation techniques for social media platforms. Participants will learn about tools commonly used in short-form video editing and explore storytelling and audience engagement strategies. The workshop aims to equip attendees with the skills to create compelling content that resonates with their audience across various digital platforms. |
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