Otis College’s immersive BFA in Game and Entertainment Design program allows students to delve into character design, world-building, and every aspect of creating a killer game.
The Otis College BFA in Game and Entertainment Design curriculum examines all aspects of video game design and the creation of art and animation for games, apps, websites, and more. We elevate artists so they can conquer high-level challenges in this expanding field and make profound connections with gamers and users through innovative concepts, designs, and stories. This degree program is also STEM-designated, providing a unique blend of technical and creative skills that enhances career opportunities in both artistic and technology-driven industries.
Game and Entertainment Design at Otis
At Otis College, we help students understand the industry-standard pipelines involved in creating the first visual representations of characters, environments, and props for games and entertainment productions. By providing foundational skills synergized with production techniques and essential soft skills, we shape inventive and creative world builders who also benefit from studying in L.A., the entertainment capital of the world.
What You’ll Learn
In our BFA in Game and Entertainment Design program, you’ll learn how to communicate
ideas and bring them to life through games and immersive experiences. We explore the
composition of the industry and how games and a variety of projects are developed
from concept to finished product. We help you build skills like concept art, modeling, texturing, lighting, and pipeline game engine integration within
the context of environment, storyline, and characters.
Optional Emphasis in Concept Art
In the Game and Entertainment Design program, the Concept Art emphasis* will provide you with a critical foundation in visual storytelling, character development, world-building and production practice, all essential components in game production. Concept art plays a key role in the pre-production phase, offering the creative blueprint that informs the 3D modeling, texturing, and environmental design needed for real-time projects.
In addition, you’ll develop expertise in character and prop design, environment art, digital painting, and ideation—essential skills for defining the visual style of games and entertainment experiences. Through the core Game and Entertainment Design curriculum, you’ll acquire the technical expertise needed to bring creative visions to life, with a focus on engine integration, optimization, and interactivity.
Career Possibilities
Follow in the footsteps of alumni who are shaping the future of game and entertainment design.
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Earning Potential
Video game design careers reward hard work and experience. According to a February 2022 report from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), U.S. tech salaries are rising.
Game and Entertainment Design Faculty
Otis College Game and Entertainment Design faculty are accomplished artists and industry professionals. They bring professional expertise to students to prepare them for practice or advanced study.
Chair of Game and Entertainment Design
Joffery Black
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