Posted on Friday, November 22, 2024
Contact North is working with Conestoga College's Virtual and Augmented Reality Lab (VARLab) to promote its Immersive Storytelling in VR Incubator — a free, 8-week, in-person program that provides access to cutting-edge virtual reality technology, personalized mentorship and ongoing online support.
This pilot program will be hosted in the Sudbury area and is designed for beginners with little or no VR experience.
Whether you’re looking to break into VR or expand your creative skills, this incubator will help you develop a compelling VR project that brings stories to life in an immersive, interactive format.
If interested in enrolling, please send an email to Cristina Barillas Burke at cbarillasburke@conestogac.on.ca with your name and contact details.
Program Details
Start Date: Saturday, January 25, 2025
End Date: April 2025
In-person sessions will occur on Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Meals provided!
- Join labs and in-person lectures on how to tell stories with virtual reality.
- Receive expert guidance from VR professors and industry professionals.
- Create your own polished, original VR project.
- Present your story during a showcase in June 2024!
What You'll Learn
- Adapt traditional storytelling techniques to a 360-degree environment
- Design immersive worlds that align with your story
- Get hands-on experience with industry-standard tools for VR development
- Learn techniques for enhancing user experience
- Gain insight into VR distribution strategies
Admission Requirements
- Prior storytelling experience preferred (film, TV, or other mediums)
- English
- Basic computer skills
- Passion to learn new tech skills
- Openness to experiment