TRAINING ARTISTS FOR THE FUTURE

Angela Jeong

With the knowledge I gained and portfolio I made at Vertex, I got hired into the game industry! 
Prior to Vertex, I had very little software knowledge. Now I’m comfortable using Maya, Zbrush, Substance Designer, Painter, etc.

I really enjoy the community Vertex provides. People are always exchanging info and providing feedback - there is always someone willing to help you. I guarantee that if you are willing to push yourself, you will be able to get a lot out of the Game Arts Program.

With Vertex I felt that I was supported and part of the school community both during and after graduating. 

I'm super grateful that I joined Vertex!

After Graduating from Vertex: 3D Environment Artist at Liquid Development

Étienne Cardona

Switching from 2D animation to 3D character art, Vertex School’s 9 month Game Art Program was the best configuration I could’ve hoped for.

During the classes, I was taught the necessary tools to complete a full project, and the one on one sessions with industry mentors allowed me to pinpoint my weaknesses and further deepen my knowledge of both the softwares and techniques used.

Thanks to Vertex School and a recommendation from my mentor, Ashley Sparling, I’ve been hired by Ubisoft as a 3D Character Artist. I was not expecting such an awesome conclusion to the program.

 After Graduating from Vertex: 3D Character Artist at Ubisoft

Lewis Hewison

 I recently finished the Game Art Program at Vertex and got a job in the industry! I now work at Antimatter Games based in the UK. Prior to Vertex I studied illustration for 3 years and used 3D applications for all of my work - I was always drawn to concept art and still image but wanted a job in the game industry though I didn't know how to approach it or what to specialize in.

I started looking online at tutorials but felt very lost. I started searching around for online courses with mentorship from industry pros to further my knowledge - I checked out Cliton Crumpler's course, CGMA, Think Tank, etc. I was heavily drawn to Vertex due to their program's length, price and that it's split into character and environment. What Ryan has built is great and I couldn't recommend it more.

Justin Hein

"Vertex provides a community for new and growing artists to become who they want to be. It's beyond just creating art. Vertex has helped me actualize what I want to do as a person.

I started their program with only an interest in 3D and to complete a project that looks accurate to what I imagined, but I thought I'd never be here.

After this project, I am confident that I'll continue creating for the rest of my life. They've shown me how fun it is to put yourself out there as an artist and take risks to create something you might not think others will like. I will forever be grateful for what Vertex has given me."

Elliott Wang

"The first step was committing to a transition from 2D to 3D for more work opportunities. I looked up a bunch of bootcamps, and Vertex stood out to me with its affordability and choice of mentors. I went through a short interview process, and the rest is history.

As an online school, Vertex is flexible for people working part-time or full-time simultaneously and for people all across the world.

Without guidance from Vertex, I wouldn’t know what I needed to know. I wouldn’t be confident that what I was doing was ‘right’ or an industry standard."

Madeline Rosa

"At Vertex School, I received help and support from day one. My mentor, Vlad Vanzariuc, was very helpful and he made sure I learned the workflow and techniques I will need in the gaming industry such as Trim sheets, and Modular Environments kits.

My time at Vertex School has been an extraordinary and amazing learning experience. When I first started looking for schools, I had no idea where I would end up until I found Vertex.

I have learned so much and so many things I did not know before and for that I am forever grateful. Being able to work and learn from industry experts and having the opportunity to participate in school events is super helpful and exciting for me."