AI-Integrated Multimedia Arts & Technology Curriculum. Industry-standard tools. Professional workflows. XP-based progression.
Our pedagogical approach to creative technology education
Level up your skills. Earn XP. Unlock your potential.
Students earn Experience Points (XP) for every assignment, project, and participation activity. XP accumulates throughout the course.
Professional tools for game studios, animation, and film production
18 comprehensive units covering complete production pipeline
Click each unit to explore objectives, weekly topics, and deliverables
Establish foundational understanding of creative technology workflows, AI ethics, and industry standards. Students learn to navigate professional software environments and develop responsible AI collaboration skills.
Personal Creative Manifesto + AI Ethics Reflection Journal
+500 XPMaster 3D character creation using Character Creator 4. Students learn professional character design workflows including modeling, texturing, rigging, and preparing characters for animation pipelines.
Original Character with Turnaround + Character Bio Sheet
+600 XPDevelop professional digital illustration skills using Wacom tablets. Students master brush techniques, color theory, and composition while creating portfolio-ready artwork.
Digital Illustration Series (3 pieces) + Process Documentation
+500 XPLearn visual storytelling through professional storyboarding techniques. Students develop skills in shot composition, camera movement notation, and narrative pacing using Press Start CoMiXX.
30-Panel Storyboard Sequence + Timing Notes
+500 XPCreate professional comic pages using Press Start CoMiXX. Students master panel layout, visual storytelling, lettering, and sequential art techniques to produce print-ready comic pages.
8-Page Comic Story + Cover Design
+800 XPMaster 2D animation principles using Cartoon Animator 5. Students learn character rigging, lip-sync, and motion techniques to create professional animated sequences.
30-Second Animated Scene with Dialogue
+600 XPAdvanced 3D animation using iClone 8 with facial motion capture integration. Students learn professional mocap workflows, facial performance capture, and scene direction.
60-Second 3D Animated Scene with Facial Mocap Performance
+900 XPCreate professional motion graphics using After Effects and Cinema 4D. Students learn kinetic typography, logo animation, and broadcast-quality graphics production.
15-Second Motion Graphics Intro/Bumper
+600 XPLearn visual effects creation using Houdini and After Effects. Students master particle systems, simulations, green screen compositing, and professional VFX workflows.
VFX Shot with Simulation + Green Screen Composite
+800 XPMaster video editing and production workflows using CapCut and professional editing techniques. Students learn pacing, transitions, color grading, and delivery specifications.
2-Minute Edited Video Project
+500 XPProfessional audio production including voice-over recording, sound effects creation, and AI voice synthesis. Students master Adobe Audition and ElevenLabs for complete audio production.
Complete Audio Mix for Animation + VO Demo Reel
+800 XPDesign immersive game environments using Unreal Engine 5. Students learn level design principles, environmental storytelling, and world-building techniques.
Playable Game Environment Level
+600 XPMaster game design fundamentals and user interface creation. Students learn game mechanics, player experience design, and professional UI/UX workflows in Unreal Engine.
Game Prototype with Complete UI System
+600 XPExperience cutting-edge virtual production techniques using Unreal Engine 5. Students learn real-time filmmaking, virtual cinematography, and LED wall production concepts.
Virtual Production Scene Capture
+700 XPMaster advanced AI integration across creative workflows. Students learn to ethically combine multiple AI tools to accelerate production while maintaining creative control and authenticity.
AI-Augmented Production with Ethics Documentation
+600 XPSynthesize all skills into a comprehensive portfolio piece. Students execute a complete production from concept through delivery, demonstrating mastery across all course disciplines.
Complete Integrated Media Project + Portfolio Presentation
+1000 XPA sustainable ecosystem where students grow from learners to industry professionals
Students enter the ecosystem as learners, mastering industry-standard creative technology tools through our XP-based curriculum. This phase builds the foundational skills needed for both creative careers and entrepreneurship.
Students graduate with professional portfolios and industry-ready skills, prepared to monetize their talents
Students begin earning real income from their creative skills while still in the program. Press Start provides multiple revenue streams and client opportunities, teaching entrepreneurship through practice.
Students earn real income, build professional client relationships, and develop entrepreneurial mindset
High-performing students and graduates transition into mentorship roles, teaching younger students while developing leadership and communication skills. This phase bridges learning and employment.
Students develop leadership skills, earn income through teaching, and build pathway to employment
Graduates who demonstrate excellence through the L.E.A.P. phases are recruited for employment at Press Start Gaming Inc. or placed with industry partners, completing the ecosystem cycle.
Graduates launch careers in creative technology, many returning to strengthen the ecosystem that launched them
Synthesize all skills into a professional portfolio piece