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James Robertson

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Masters of Reality

If you know you want to work in VFX, Media Design School is a no-brainer. They'll set you up with all the tools you need to springboard into the industry and you'll make so many friends and connections along the way.

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I heard a lot of great things first-hand from MDS alumni, and I found everything to be true – the faculty are super passionate and will go out of their way to support you, the course is structured to get you ready for the industry and the project briefs are exciting and prepare you with fundamental skills and experiences to get you started.

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Datacom

When I was looking for an institution for a design degree, MDS held the best reputation in digital media design, and I found out the reasons why during my MDS life.

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I couldn’t have completed the Masters without the excellent lecturers (and support from my fellow students). They were so knowledgeable and open about a range of technologies and themes.

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Junior Visual Artist
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When I received my degree, I already felt ready to embark on a career in the industry. Not only did I learned all the knowledge and skills, but also and real project experience.

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EcoPortal

At Media Design School, I highly recommend you find your voice! Don’t be generic, figure out who you are and develop that in to a personal brand and design style.

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Technical Artist
Soul Machines

What I enjoyed most about Media Design School were the friendships and networks that were made. MDS also gave me a massive amount of knowledge in different areas of design.

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Executive Creative Director
BBDO Düsseldorf

The pace and the environment of Creative Advertising was different to any other tertiary experience he'd ever had.

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Media Design School

I hope to join a studio or work on projects that are focused on creating content based on/promoting te ao Māori and indigenous cultures.

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DDB NZ

I can’t imagine going into an agency without having come to a place like this first.

Graduate Diploma of Creative Advertising
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Rigging Artist
Grinding Gear Games

Keep going, research and explore as many things related to your craft as you can. Even now, the learning never stops.

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Creative Developer/Graphic Designer
FINCH

Always go to class. Never get set on an idea because it will always grow and change and that will be a better idea. Always discuss your idea with others, and expand your horizons. Document your work/process as you go.

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