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Graduate as a Video Game Designer in 74 weeks!
Join the exciting, fun, and high growth field of Video Game Design. Start your career training at Oxford College!
Video gaming is a multi-billion-dollar industry that’s gone mainstream! Just ask any of the people you see on the street playing games on their smartphones. Whether it’s action, adventure, role-playing, strategy, sports, puzzle, or another type of game that you enjoy, it’s never been a better time to get into Video Game Design.
As a Video Game Designer, you would work in a team to design and develop video games. Knowing web development, graphic design, and programming could greatly help with this career, and having a passion for the video game industry is a must!
Invaluable Video Game Designing Skills
During the Video Game Designer program, you will:
Review the graphic designer’s instructions
Produce or assist in developing and producing design concepts
Capture elements such as titles, text, drawings, illustrations, graphics, lettering and colour harmonization, using a computer
Produce computerized images and drawings
Digitize images using peripherals and transform them using retouching systems, graphic palettes, or specialized software
Perform the layout, page make-up, and placement using the conceptual mock-ups provided
Paint or ink individual cells of 2D or 3D animated drawings according to animator’s specifications using an electronic palette
Layout, draw, or paint letters, figures, logos, and designs for windows, advertisements, billboards, vehicles, books, and publications using specialized software or painting equipment
Become Qualified in Video Game Design
- Oxford College’s Video Game Designer program prepares you for a rewarding career in the video game industry. Concentrating on both the artistic and technical sides of video game design, our program equips you with the programming and problem-solving skills required in this creative industry.
- As a Video Game Designer, you will assist in conceptualizing projects; interpreting design specifications or sketches; preparing the page make-up, layout, and lettering; and preparing production materials for press, electronic, or multimedia publishing. As part of the program, you will complete a portfolio showcasing your accomplishments and industry-ready skills.
Video Game Designer annual salary*
$45,760
Median Annual Salary*
90%
Employment Rate*
- Graduates hired by television and film production companies & multimedia establishments
- Training in Producing Computerized Images, 2D/3D Animation and Developing Design Concepts
- Advance into UX Design, Programming, Software Engineering and much more!
*Employment Rate based on 2022 contactable Oxford College graduates employed in a related field within 12 months.
*https://www.jobbank.gc.ca
Salary source for video game designers in Ontario with lowest 10% earning $31,720 to the highest 10% of workers earning $75,400.
Flexible Program Options
Wish to start a new career but have conflicting priorities? Don’t worry, you’ve come to the right place. At Oxford College, we offer flexible class schedules including Morning, Afternoon, Evening and Weekend sessions. We also offer flexible learning options (Online, Hybrid and In-person) for many of our programs.
For more information about Oxford College’s flexible program options, inquire today!
Countless Career Opportunities
Graduates are employed by publishing, communications, advertising, marketing, printing, and multimedia establishments, and by television and film production companies.
Upon completion of the program, you may find employment as:
- Video Game Designer
- Animator
- Character Designer
- Audio Designer
- Level Designer
- Storyboard Artist
- Technical Artist
- Texture Artist
- Game Developer
- You can also choose to go to do freelance work and be self-employed.
Program details
Be career-ready in less than 18 months with Oxford College’s Video Game Designer Diploma Program!
Develop the creative, software and design skills needed to pursue career opportunities as a video game designer, animator, audio designer, level designer, storyboard artist and more.
- You will learn about the many different elements that go into video game design, including storyline, character development, titles, text, drawings, illustrations, graphics, colour harmonization and more.
- Hands-on training gives you the basis you need to assist in the production and development of design concepts, produce computerized images and drawings, paint or ink 2D and 3D animated cells, and lay out everything from letters and figures to logos and vehicles.
- You will graduate with the career-focused knowledge to work for large and small gaming companies, educational agencies, advertising and marketing agencies and more!
Our flexible start dates allow you to start the Video Game Designer program as soon as you’re ready. You will learn from instructors who are experienced in the field and provide career-focused training in a small, supportive classes. You will also have access to our ongoing career services, which includes resume and cover letter writing assistance, job search strategies and networking tips.
Course Listings: Video Game Designer
- SSOR 101 – Student Success Strategies
- VGDD 120 – Video Game Design Document Development
- VG2D 120 – 2D Game Art with Illustrator
- VLD1 120 – Level Design 1 with Unreal Engine
- VA3D 120 – 3D Asset Modeling 1 with Autodesk 3ds Max
- VHTM 120 – HTML5 and JavaScript for Social Network Gaming
- VC3D 120 – 3D Character Modeling 1 with Autodesk Maya
- VG3D 220 – 3D Game Design with Unity Engine
- VG2D 220 – 2D Game Design with Unity Engine
- VLD2 220 – Level Design 2 with Unreal Engine
- VA3D 220 – 3D Asset Modeling 2 with Autodesk Maya
- VC3D 220 – 3D Character Modeling 2 with Autodesk Maya
- VPHY 220 – Physics and Interactions with Unreal Engine
- VGDC 220 – Game Development with C++
- VSDR 220 – Storyboarding & Demo Reel Development
- VGDP 320 – Game Design Project with Unreal Engine
- VGDC 320 – Game Development Project with C++
- VGFP 320 – Video Game Design Final Project
- SSJS 101 – Career and Employment Strategies
Admission Requirements
Ontario Secondary Student Diploma (OSSD) OR Mature Student Status with Wonderlic
Why Choose Oxford College?
Career-Focused Education
All of the diploma programs are designed for long-term careers in high-growth industries, offering you superior fast-track education
Expert Instructors
Our faculty consists of experienced and well-trained staff, who will give you industry-relevant knowledge along with your career training
Modern Facilities
The state-of-the-art classrooms and labs are compliant with industry standards and allow for an emphasis on practical training
Easy Campus Access
All our six campuses are located along transit hubs making travel easy and conveniences accessible.
Flexible Start Dates
Flexible program start dates allow you to plan and begin your new career training at any time
Financial Aid
Financial Aid may be available to those who qualify. We have dedicated staff who can assist you with the Financial Aid process
Testimonials
“ Joining Oxford College was one of the greatest decisions I have made and I feel so fortunate to be one of your students. I’m really enjoying your virtual classes, you are an amazing and inspiring mentor. The style and method of your teaching tells me that I’m on the right track towards my potential career. “
-Abdelgadir Gadam, Oxford Graduate