Rochester Institute of Technology is
offering a groundbreaking partnership with Synapse Virtual
Production (Synapse VP) to deliver an exclusive in-person Virtual
Production (VP) immersion course in Los
Angeles through RIT Certified.
ROCHESTER, N.Y., May 14, 2024
/PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Rochester Institute of
Technology (RIT) is offering a groundbreaking partnership
with Synapse Virtual Production (Synapse VP) to deliver an
exclusive in-person Virtual Production (VP) immersion course in
Los Angeles through RIT
Certified.
Scheduled over 10 days (June 10-14
and June 17-21), the RIT Certified
Mastery Certificate in Virtual Production course will be hosted at
Synapse VP's Flagship Volume at LA Center Studios. It welcomes
experienced industry professionals seeking to upskill and
future-proof their careers and is also a good fit for recent
graduates in early-career film, animation, and production
positions.
RIT Certified Mastery Certificate Highlights:
- Hollywood Immersion: Direct access to
the industry at Synapse VP's soundstage at LA's Center
Studios.
- Hands-on Learning: Creative workflows
and roles in VP, Master virtual art production and
previsualization, plus VP stage engineering and operation.
- Expert Mentorship: Gain insights from
RIT's MAGIC Center faculty and Synapse VP leaders.
- Career Advancement: Earn the RIT
certification, opening doors to in-demand VP roles.
RIT boasts a unique position in virtual production, rooted in
its legacy as home to the first motion picture science (MPS),
imaging science, and color science programs in the U.S., coupled
with extensive industry connections and a vast alumni network.
These strengths are amplified by RIT Certified, the university's
professional training and workforce development division, and RIT's
world-class MAGIC Center, a hub for virtual production research and
development since 2020.
This groundbreaking program fosters collaboration between technical
and creative minds, driving innovation as creative engineers,
filmmakers, and artists learn side-by-side, replicating the
real-world dynamics of successful productions.
"This isn't just a workshop for creatives needing technical skills
or engineers needing creative exposure. It's about the synergy
between technical brilliance and creative storytelling," explains
David Long, RIT MAGIC Center
director.
"By mastering the latest techniques, workshop graduates position
themselves for long-term success in this rapidly evolving industry.
They'll walk away with the adaptability and problem-solving mindset
needed to thrive," adds Dennis Di
Lorenzo, Executive Director of RIT Certified.
Synapse VP, renowned for its extensive expertise in the VP domain,
will provide an unparalleled learning environment for participants
in its state-of-the-art virtual reality production studios.
"Virtual production is the future of filmmaking, and addressing the
talent gap is essential," said Aaron
Gordon, COO of Synapse VP and a proud RIT film and animation
alumnus.
"As a partner in a company whose mission is to set a sustainable
gold standard for the VP space, it's an honor to give back and
collaborate with my alma mater. Participants will leave with the
skills and knowledge to step directly onto a virtual production
crew, making them a valuable asset to any production team."
Gordon noted that a number of experts from Synapse VP will speak
during the immersion, including VP Cinematographer Christopher Probst, ASC who is CIO and author of
Cine Lens Manual, Emily Haldeman '19
(film and animation), and Rich Lee,
CCO and veteran director, Previz/VFX supervisor, and artist. RIT's
David Long will co-teach the course
along with Flip Phillips and
Mark Reisch in the College of Art
and Design's School of Film and Animation.
"RIT is known for training filmmakers and storytellers to embrace
technology in a way that they can achieve great creative outcomes.
This incredible partnership with Synapse continues that tradition
as we expand our educational and research programs in LA,"
commented RIT's assistant provost Tom
Connor, a former Disney executive hired to lead RIT's LA
programs.
For more information, contact Mollie
Radzinski, Rochester Institute of
Technology, at 585-520-1487 or mollie.radzinski@rit.edu.
About RIT: Rochester Institute of
Technology is home to leading creators, entrepreneurs,
innovators and researchers. Founded in 1829, RIT enrolls 20,500
students in more than 200 career-oriented and professional
programs, making it among the largest private universities in the
U.S. With 148,000 alumni worldwide, the university is
internationally recognized and ranked for its leadership in
technology, the arts, and design. The cooperative education program
is one of the oldest and largest in the nation. Global partnerships
include campuses in China,
Croatia, Dubai, and Kosovo.
About Synapse Virtual Production: Synapse is a virtual production
and immersive entertainment leader, driven by an award-winning team
of filmmakers, designers, VFX artists, and engineers. Their diverse
expertise spans commercials, music videos, television, film, live
broadcasts, and esports events. The cutting-edge production company
leverages this collective experience to deliver cutting-edge
virtual production solutions and craft visually stunning immersive
experiences.
Call to Action: Spaces are limited for this exclusive opportunity!
Go to the program website to learn more and apply.
Media Contact
Mollie Radzinski, RIT,
585-520-1487, mollie.radzinski@rit.edu, rit.edu
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