9-Month Specialized Mentorship

  • 9-month character art portfolio intensive

    The 9-month Character Art Portfolio Intensive is a comprehensive program designed to help you elevate your character art skills to a professional level.

    Through personalized mentorship, hands-on projects, and targeted feedback, you’ll build a strong portfolio tailored to industry standards, preparing you for a successful career in character art.

  • 9-Month environment art portfolio intensive

    The 9-month Environment Art Intensive is a focused program aimed at refining your environment art skills to meet industry standards.

    With expert mentorship and hands-on experience, you’ll create a diverse portfolio that showcases your ability to craft immersive, detailed environments for games, films, or other interactive media.

    This program is currently in development; add it to your wishlist now and help us bring it to you sooner!

Overview

Program Overview

This program is crafted to enhance job readiness, develop strong portfolios, and provide one-on-one mentorship, all within a production-focused environment.

Our mission is to equip you with everything you need to launch or accelerate your career. Through personalized guidance from an industry mentor, you’ll refine your expertise toward a specific role or studio that aligns with your goals.

Geared towards dedicated and skilled students, this program is ideal for those ready to elevate their craft. You’ll graduate with now only an impressive demo reel but also a deep understanding of industry dynamics and valuable connections, positioning you for a successful career in video games.

WHO it’s for

This mentorship is designed for video game artists with advanced skills who are looking for a tailored, remote learning experience. Students should be prepared to commit a minimum of 40-60 hours per week to their studies, as balancing work alongside this program is not advised.

A portfolio dedicated mindset

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A portfolio-dedicated mindset is all about building and refining a body of work that showcases your strengths, style, and technical expertise in every piece.

It’s the commitment to quality, attention to detail, and constant improvement that drives you to stand out.

Every project becomes an opportunity to not only master new skills but also tell a compelling visual story that resonates with your audience and opens doors to new career opportunities.

Embracing this mindset means approaching each work with purpose and a clear vision, ensuring your portfolio reflects the best of your abilities and potential.

Customized, immersive, and accessible from anywhere.

Live online sessions

Engage in live, interactive sessions via Zoom, connecting you directly with instructors and peers.

Collaborate

Collaborate with fellow students, sharing insights and feedback to enhance each other’s work.

Intimate Class Sizes

Enjoy a focused learning experience in small groups that ensure personalized attention.

Portfolio-Ready Outcomes

Complete the program with portfolio-ready results that demonstrate your refined skills and dedication

Career Support

Receive dedicated employment guidance, including resume and portfolio reviews, industry connections, and job placement assistance to help launch or advance your career.

FAQ

Got a question?

  • While this program is designed for individuals with a strong foundation in CG, specific prerequisites may vary. We recommend having advanced skills in your field and a willingness to grow further.

  • While industry experience is not required, a solid understanding of CG concepts and techniques will help you get the most out of this program. It’s tailored to help students refine and elevate their existing skill sets.

  • Yes, a portfolio is required as part of the application process. Your portfolio should reflect your current skill level and dedication to improving your craft. If you don’t have one yet, we recommend starting to build one before applying.

  • You will need a computer with sufficient specs to run the software required for the program. The specific software will depend on your focus, but we recommend having access to industry-standard tools such as Zbrush, Maya, Photoshop, or equivalent. Full details will be provided upon enrollment.

  • This is intensive, full-time program requiring 40-60 hours of work per week. Be prepared to dedicate yourself fully to your studies for the duration of the course. Balancing work or other commitments alongside this program is not recommended.

  • Applications are accepted year-round, but we recommend applying as early as possible to secure your spot. There are specific intake periods, so check the application page for upcoming deadlines.

  • $ 3,555 for each student. You can avail for MIB support as an Indian National, please fill out the MIB form with your portfolio to avail for scholarship.

Tuition and Start Dates

Apply for this program

Ready to move forward?

This application process is straightforward, and our Admissions Team is here to help with any questions you may have.

Feb 10,2025 - Nov 07, 2025

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Jun 09,2025 - Mar 06, 2026

/online / $3,555

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We can help with admissions questions, portfolio review/course recommendations!