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James Robertson

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Masters of Reality

If you know you want to work in VFX, MDS 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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Jason Barnes

Motion Designer

Freelance

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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MDS gave me a great introduction into programming and game development. The C++ I learnt was extremely useful in my career.

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Karl Davis

Animator
PikPok

In animation you're usually going to have a certain amount of ownership over the creative direction of a shot regardless of what it is.

Bachelor of Art & Design - 3D Animation & VFX
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Ace Lio

UX Specialist
Freelance

I really enjoyed the challenges of assignments & projects as it kept me sharp and resourceful.

Bachelor of Creative Technologies - Game Art

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Developer
Lunar Rooster

Have passion. It’s becoming one of those careers that everyone wants to give a go, but the important thing is to love what you’re doing, because anyone can learn the skills.

Bachelor of Software Engineering - Game Programming

Niamh Fitzgerald

Chief Operations Officer
Sonderlust Studios

The best advice I can give anyone studying to pursue a career in the games industry is to get involved in community events.

Bachelor of Creative Technologies - Game Art

Jineui Park

Lighting Technical Director
Wētā FX

The most valuable would be how to cope and manage your work under pressure.

Bachelor of Art & Design - 3D Animation & VFX

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2D Supervisor
Luma Pictures

I think even if there are obstacles in your way or sacrifices you have to make in the short term, choosing something that will make happy in the long run is always a wise decision.

Bachelor of Art & Design - 3D Animation & VFX

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CG Supervisor
Image Engine Design Inc.

The diversity of skills you learn while studying with their faculty is phenomenal.

Bachelor of Art & Design - 3D Animation & VFX

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Game Designer
Dinosaur Polo Club

Communication in a team environment is so important to having a team that works together and has minimal conflict.

Bachelor of Software Engineering - Game Programming
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