Technology is one of the fastest growing in computer industries. As computers become more powerful, the demand for ever more life like and complex games increases. The days of one person being able to design and write a blockbuster game are over; the complexity required to produce such a game involves many people.
You'll learn how to draw, visualize, and use color. And you'll learn how to program computer games. The curriculum include subjects such as: 2-D, 3-D design, animation, cartooning, game design theory, character development, story telling, digital image manipulation, scriptwriting, multimedia, game play and modeling. If you are attracted to the programming aspect of game design you may find it beneficial to have a science/mathematics background. Should the creative side of game design appeal to you, you will need to exhibit creative and artistic flair.
The world of computer game is a rapidly changing one. Most people specialize in one particular aspect of game design such as character development, scriptwriting, 3-D animation, game programming, or sound effects. Competition for the most prestigious jobs with globally famous game designers is intense. You may find employment opportunities easier with smaller, less well known games publishers, or junior level posts within one of the larger companies. International corporations will be keen to recruit only the best from the best game design schools.
Computer game careers allow you to pursue the combined passions of computer gaming and game design. Game designers lay out game flow and game play and learn to build games that will capture the passion of those who play them.
The multi-billion dollar game design industry promises to continue thriving, and today's gamers expect more from their interactive fun than ever before. This fuels a growing demand for artists who specialize in game art and design. Computer game dept. provides you with the knowledge, background, and experience to compete effectively for entry level jobs in this hot and exciting industry.
