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YOUR PATHWAY TO A CREATIVE CAREER

undlerine-purpleAccredited industry-driven courses specialising in Animation & VFX, Digital Art, and Game Development. Study online with training and support from industry professionals.

 

Trusted by studios to prepare the next wave of production-ready artists

"CGSI has designed a program that stands out amongst existing competitors through its mentorship which allows students to genuinely engage with industry folk.”

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Jamy ZinkVice President Luma Pictures

“I'm personally so thrilled these courses are being launched and have been crafted with so much care and real-world industry consideration.”

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Blake MizziCo-Founder & Design Director, League of Geeks

“CG Spectrum is the first place we look to find quality graduates for junior positions.

 

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Simon RosenthalHead of VFX, Framestore

“This course fills a skills gap in our industry that has lasted far too long. It's really great to see a school being so aligned with industry needs.”

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Rob Lodermeier Animation Supervisor, Flying Bark

COMPREHENSIVE COURSES FOR THE CREATIVE INDUSTRIES

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Crafted and led by industry experts and academics, CGSI's creative degrees and diplomas are designed to nurture aspiring artists with a passion for creative technology.

BY INDUSTRY. FOR INDUSTRY.

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Career-focused training from film and game experts

Residing at the intersection of creativity and technology, CG Spectrum Institute (CGSI) is a higher-education institution delivering accredited courses led by professional artists and academic thought leaders. We foster a holistic skillset that prepares students for a successful career in the digital arts.

Why study at CG Spectrum Institute:

  • Study with more flexibility (100% online)
  • Gain direct access to film and game artists and academics
  • Join a global community of 4000+ students, grads, and industry folk
  • Receive a comprehensive education created by industry for industry
  • Financing options are available for eligible students 
 

CGSI graduates are equipped with creativity and adaptability that allow them to evolve and thrive along with the industry. 

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Forge your creative career with credibility and confidence 

CG Spectrum Institute is registered with the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) to deliver quality accredited courses. Study with confidence in the high standards of our curricula and graduate with reputable, widely recognised qualifications that will help you secure employment opportunities across the globe.

 

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MASTER YOUR SKILLS. MASTER YOUR FUTURE.

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Our interdisciplinary approach to teaching produces graduates who are well-equipped to navigate and thrive in the constantly changing world of creative technology.

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Build industry-focused, specialised technical and creative skills through rigorous practical and theoretical training.

 
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Learn the underlying concepts and principles that govern the creative industries and how to apply them as a working artist.

 
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Gain essential skills for success in the real world, including communication, problem-solving, management, and leadership.

 
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Learn from and network with professionals and academic thought leaders within the world of creative technology.

 
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Engage in hands-on study and assessments that provide a compelling, practical learning experience to prepare you for the industry.

 
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Graduate job-ready with a holistic skillset, polished portfolio or showreel, and support from our career services team.

 

"I wasn't expecting this quality of education in an online school.

I enrolled looking for a career change. I didn't have any knowledge about digital arts, but now I can accomplish my dream of creating cinematics within fantasy worlds to tell stories or apply any artistic idea with all the new tools under my belt.”

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Marc C
Graduate

"I wasn't expecting this quality of education in an online school.

I enrolled looking for a career change. I didn't have any knowledge about digital arts, but now I can accomplish my dream of creating cinematics within fantasy worlds to tell stories or apply any artistic idea with all the new tools under my belt.”

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Marc C
Graduate

"Hands down the best decision I made for my career.

The learning material and staff were great, and having an industry mentor was an invaluable asset that really helped me get my break in the VFX industry.”

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Alan Robinson
Graduate

"Hands down the best decision I made for my career.

The learning material and staff were great, and having an industry mentor was an invaluable asset that really helped me get my break in the VFX industry.”

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Alan Robinson
Graduate

SEE WHAT YOU COULD BE CREATING

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Our students build a high-calibre body of work with a focus on developing a professional portfolio or showreel that will help impress prospective employers.

LEARN DIRECTLY FROM FILM AND GAME EXPERTS

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Students gain access to professional artists and leading academics within the creative industries and are offered in-house career services and support.

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Brandon Reimchen Concept Art
Resident Evil
After receiving his degree in Fine Arts in 2003, Brandon began working in the video game industry as a concept artist. Since then, he has produced work for EA, Activision, Capcom, and Disney Interactive.
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Resident Evil
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Spectra Sani 3D Animation
Uncharted 4
Spectra has been animating for almost a decade at Playstation, Digital Domain and Ubisoft on projects such as Far Cry 6, Uncharted 4: A Thief's End, and Advantageous.
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Uncharted 4
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Jon Vener 3D Animation
Halo 4
Jon is an artist, developer, and educator who has been in animation, VFX, games and VR for 13 years and has been a digital creative professional for 20+ years.
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Halo 4
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Jon Krummel 3D Modelling
Frozen
From major Disney hits like Frozen, Zootopia, and Wreck-it Ralph to Disneyland theme park rides, Jon's 20 years in the business have made him an accomplished 3D environment artist.
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Frozen
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Daniel Hourigan FX
Game of Thrones
Daniel is a senior Houdini FX artist with 15 years of experience working on blockbusters such as Terminator: Dark Fate, John Wick 3, Aquaman, The Wolverine, and Game of Thrones.
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Game of Thrones
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Tyler James Concept Art
World of Warcraft
Award-winning artist Tyler has worked with major clients like Cryptozoic and Blizzard on titles including Heroes of the Storm, Warhammer, Rift, Star Wars, Hex, Warcraft, and RWBY.
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World of Warcraft
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Firas Hosn Game Programming
Assassin's Creed 3
While at Ubisoft, AAA programmer Firas released almost a game a year, including Far Cry 3, 4, 5, Assassin's Creed 3, Your Shape, Splinter Cell: Blacklist and Watchdogs 2 and 3.
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Assassin's Creed 3
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Heath Smith Game Design
Shadow of the Tomb Raider
AAA Game Designer Heath has 13+ years of experience in top studios in North America and Australia on The Amazing Spider-Man, Hitman, and the Tomb Raider franchise.
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Shadow of the Tomb Raider
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Magdalena Bisogni Core
Mad MAx: Fury Road
Mags has over 20 years of experience in production and talent management in high-end visual effects. Her credits include Spider-Man: Far from Home, Captain Marvel, Jojo Rabbit, Game of Thrones, John Wick and many more.
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Mad MAx: Fury Road
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Sykosan 2D Animation
Love, Death & Robots
Sykosan is a 2D animation filmmaker with expertise covering all stages of the animation process and a unique style of modern western and Japanese influences.
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Love, Death & Robots
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Kathy Constantin Core
Thor: Ragnarok
Dr Kathy Constantin has worked in both production and recruitment in high-end visual effects; her credits include Captain Marvel, Jungle Cruise, Mortal Kombat, Ford vs. Ferrari, X-Men: Dark Phoenix, and many more.
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Thor: Ragnarok
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Scott Claus 2D Animation
Tarzan
While at Disney and DreamWorks Scott animated classics like Pocahontas, Hunchback of Notre Dame and Road to El Dorado. He later won an Oscar for Best Special Effects for Life of Pi.
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Tarzan

"I’ve learned so much!

I've learned so much about not only animation but the thought process an artist goes through when creating a piece. It's definitely been extremely helpful for my portfolio and my confidence as an artist!"

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YOUR FUTURE STARTS HERE

Get in touch to learn more about CGSI, our specialised courses, and how we can support you on your creative journey.