MAGIC

Animation Bootcamp - "Principles of Art & Design" with Professor Sandra Andrade
2024-07-22 12:00 - 2024-07-26 14:00 UTC | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Join us for the “Principles of Art & Design” Bootcamp @ MAGIC – An initiative of the Miami Animation Incentive Program.
Overview:
Immerse yourself in the world of visual art and design with our comprehensive Principles of Art and Design Workshop. This workshop is crafted for artists, designers, and enthusiasts of all skill levels who wish to deepen their understanding of the fundamental principles that guide effective and inspiring visual creation. Through hands-on exercises, interactive discussions, and practical projects, participants will gain the knowledge and skills needed to elevate their artistic practice.
What You’ll Gain:

A comprehensive understanding of the elements and principles of art and design.
Enhanced drawing and composition skills.
Practical experience with various artistic media and techniques.
Constructive feedback to refine your artistic practice.
A completed project showcasing your application of the workshop principles.
Inspiration and insights from industry professionals.

Materials Needed:

Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator

Duration:

Two-hour sessions daily over one week – July 22nd – 26th, from 12 – 2pm EST.

Where:

Online for students with access to Adobe Photoshop & Adobe Illustrator, or in-person at MAGIC.

Instructor:

Sandra Andrade

As an adjunct game art professor at Miami Dade College, I teach and mentor students in various aspects of game design, animation, development, and production. With over four years of experience in the game industry, I have worked on multiple projects as a 3D modeler, animator, and visual developer, creating immersive and engaging environments, characters, and effects for different platforms and genres. I hold a Master of Fine Arts in Visual Effects and 3D Animation, a Master of Arts in Game Development, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Media Arts and Animation, where I honed my skills in animation, digital painting, and after effects. My mission is to inspire and empower the next generation of game artists with my passion, creativity, and expertise.

Registration:
Join us in this dynamic workshop and take a leap into the world of animation. Whether you aim to create your own animated films, work in the animation industry, or simply explore a new artistic avenue, this workshop will provide you with the skills and knowledge to animate with confidence and creativity.

The Miami Media Film Market (MMFM), CAMACOL, in collaboration with CareerSource South Florida and the Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex (MAGIC) at Miami-Dade College (MDC), launched an innovative program to link our next generation of animation/gaming professionals, with animation companies worldwide. The program is also supported by the City of Miami and Miami Dade County.

Summer Term - Last day of classes and final exams
2024-07-26 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

Unreal Engine Miami - Meetup @ MAGIC
2024-08-14 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | MAGIC Open Lab – Building 8, Room 8108, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Details
Join us for an evening dedicated to all things game development and design at Unreal Engine Miami. Whether you’re a seasoned game designer, an independent game developer working on your passion project, a 3D artist fascinated by virtual worlds, or a game design enthusiast eager to learn more, we want you to stop by. We’ll have time at the end of the meetup (if you feel inspired) to share something you’re working on or have learned recently.

Schedule
7:00pm — Doors open, mingle with guests
7:20pm — Start of event, opening segment by host
7:30pm — Start of scheduled lightning talks (10-15 min per talk)
8:30pm — Open announcements – open segment for anyone to make announcements, show demos, works in progress, etc
9:00pm — End of event (hard stop, building closes at 9pm), head to Julia & Henry’s for continued conversations
⚡ Lightning Talk #1
⚡ Lightning Talk #2
Topic and Speaker (announced shortly)
⚡ Lightning Talk #3
Topic and Speaker (announced shortly)
⚡ Lightning Talk #4
⚡ Lightning Talk #5

Open Announcements
– Are you stuck with a problem in your project, and looking for suggestions?
– Any tips you’ve learned and want to share?
– An upcoming event you want to promote?
– Are you hiring, looking to be hired, or just want to introduce yourself?
Feel free to share with the audience during the open announcements segment!

Want to speak next month?
We’re looking for community-sourced lightning talk topics. Please send the host a direct message if you’d like to give a 10-minute lightning talk on a topic covering game development or design.

Sponsors

MDC Esports - Tournament @ MAGIC
2024-08-21 11:00 - 16:00 UTC | MAGIC Open Lab – Building 8, Room 8108, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

MDC Sports - Team Recruitment
2024-08-21 12:00 - 17:00 UTC | Esports Wolfson Campus – Building 1, Room 1157, 300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, 33132, United States
“Join us for an exclusive Esports Team Recruitment Event! Are you a skilled gamer looking to join a competitive team? Here’s your chance! Our event offers an opportunity to showcase your talents and connect with top-tier teams seeking new members. Whether you excel in FPS, MOBA, or strategy games, we welcome players of all backgrounds and skill levels. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your gaming career – sign up now and let your skills shine!”

MAGIC New Student Orientation - Fall 2024 - Mandatory Event
2024-08-23 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | MAGIC Screening Room – Building 8, Room 8106, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

Fall Term - Classes Begin.
2024-08-26 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

2024 Siggraph Electronic Theater
2024-08-28 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | MAGIC Screening Room – Building 8, Room 8106, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
About Siggraph
ACM SIGGRAPH is a special interest group within ACM, and SIGGRAPH 2024 is the premier conference on computer graphics and interactive techniques worldwide. This year, we enter the next age of computer graphics and interactive techniques, leading with creativity to design our most desirable future ahead.

Electronic Theater
The Electronic Theater, a qualifier for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, is widely recognized for its groundbreaking contributions from artists, researchers, and innovators around the world. Expand upon the democratization of creativity and spotlight the ingenuity of diverse creators in this prestigious animation showcase.

Presentations

After Grandpa

Creators

Juliette Michel, Swann Valenza, Florian Gomes Freitas, Axel Sence

and Victoria Leviaux

Atomic Chicken

Creators

Thibault Ermeneux, Lucie Lyfoung, Solène Polet, Capucine Prat,

Morgane Siriex and Anna Uglova

Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide Tagged by Source

Creators

AJ Christensen, Greg Shirah, Helen-Nicole Kostis,

Anansa B. Keaton-Ashanti, Mark Subbarao, Brenda Lopez-Silva

and Lesley Ott

Cuisine Exchange

Creators

Yves Geleyn and Michael Thurmeier

Cycle

Creators

Amelie Devauchelle, Eva Degli-Innocenti, Loreline Clément,

Lucie Amherdt and Clemence Fischbach

Dandelion

Creators

Ling Zhao and Zhengwu Gu

Doptelet Mechanism of Action

Creators

Jack Nelson, Nick Klein, Andrew Swift, Pete Matthews and

Emily Drapal

Goodbye my World

Creators

Quentin Devred, Estelle Bonnardel, Maxime Foltzer, Astrid Novais,

Florian Maurice and Baptiste Duchamps

LUKI & the Lights

Creator

Toby Cochran

Origami

Creator

Kei Kanamori

Papa Bouteille

Creators

Lucie CARRAZ ,Éléonore DEPRUN, Lalita BRUGUIERE,

Fred MARCASSOLI, Clément BRETOU and Pierre Étienne MAZET

Patterns

Creator

Alex Glawion

Remembrance

Creator

Isaac Gazmararian

Spark: Milky Way Evolution

Creators

Ryan Wyatt and Mike Schmitt

The Art of Weightlessness

Creator

Moshe Mahler

The Sun is Bad

Creators

Rachel Mow, Ivan Chui, Laura Correal,Quinn Marsh, Liren Sun,

Chenrui Lan Elle ,Yeung Hazel, Wong Henry, Ni Rielle Yap Ong

and Samson Flanagan

The War Within Announce Cinematic | World of Warcraft

Creator

Anna Morgan

True Detective: Night Country – Cinesite VFX and Animation

Creators

Simon Stanley-Clamp, Simon Wottge, Manuel Reyes and

Sabine Janetzka

WAR IS OVER! Inspired by the Music of John & Yoko

Creators

Dave Mullins and Brad Booker

Wing It!

Creators

Rik Schutte, Fiona Cohen, Francesco Siddi, Vivien Lulkowski

Wondermom

Creators

Clémence Provost, Lisa Tardieu, Maud Grainger, Mariam Ulmasova

and Manon Benet

Holiday - Labor Day
2024-09-02 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

Unreal Engine Miami - Meetup @ MAGIC
2024-09-11 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | MAGIC Open Lab – Building 8, Room 8108, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Details
Join us for an evening dedicated to all things game development and design at Unreal Engine Miami. Whether you’re a seasoned game designer, an independent game developer working on your passion project, a 3D artist fascinated by virtual worlds, or a game design enthusiast eager to learn more, we want you to stop by. We’ll have time at the end of the meetup (if you feel inspired) to share something you’re working on or have learned recently.

Schedule
7:00pm — Doors open, mingle with guests
7:20pm — Start of event, opening segment by host
7:30pm — Start of scheduled lightning talks (10-15 min per talk)
8:30pm — Open announcements – open segment for anyone to make announcements, show demos, works in progress, etc
9:00pm — End of event (hard stop, building closes at 9pm), head to Julia & Henry’s for continued conversations
⚡ Lightning Talk #1
⚡ Lightning Talk #2
Topic and Speaker (announced shortly)
⚡ Lightning Talk #3
Topic and Speaker (announced shortly)
⚡ Lightning Talk #4
⚡ Lightning Talk #5

Open Announcements
– Are you stuck with a problem in your project, and looking for suggestions?
– Any tips you’ve learned and want to share?
– An upcoming event you want to promote?
– Are you hiring, looking to be hired, or just want to introduce yourself?
Feel free to share with the audience during the open announcements segment!

Want to speak next month?
We’re looking for community-sourced lightning talk topics. Please send the host a direct message if you’d like to give a 10-minute lightning talk on a topic covering game development or design.

MDC SPORTS - SMASH BROS Competition Game
2024-09-23 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-09-30 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Tune in for our Weekly Smash Bros. and Valorant Esports Showdown! Watch our talented teams take on fierce competition in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Valorant, showcasing their skills and strategic prowess. Each week, experience high-energy matches and thrilling gameplay as our squads aim for victory. Join us to support our teams, enjoy intense battles, and be part of the action in the ultimate gaming experience!

MDC ESPORTS - VALORANT Competition Game
2024-09-24 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)

MDC ESPORTS - VALORANT Competition Game
2024-10-01 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-10-08 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Tune in for our Weekly Smash Bros. and Valorant Esports Showdown! Watch our talented teams take on fierce competition in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Valorant, showcasing their skills and strategic prowess. Each week, experience high-energy matches and thrilling gameplay as our squads aim for victory. Join us to support our teams, enjoy intense battles, and be part of the action in the ultimate gaming experience!
Streaming @ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/esports_mdc

MDC SPORTS - SMASH BROS Competition Game
2024-10-07 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)

Town Hall - October
2024-10-10 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | MAGIC Incubator – Building 8, Room 8119, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Students currently enrolled in the MAGIC program, or a MAGIC faculty or staff member will have the chance to voice their opinions, concerns, or suggestions to improve our academic program.
This special session will be moderated by Ms. Ana Cruz and Ms. Brenna Verner in Room 8106. We hope to see you then.

MDC ESPORTS - Overwatch Mini Clash!
2024-10-17 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Esports Wolfson Campus – Building 1, Room 1157, 300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, 33132, United States
Join us for Overwatch Mini Clash, an exhilarating event where teamwork and strategy take center stage! Watch as top teams battle it out in dynamic 5v5 matches, showcasing their favorite heroes and innovative tactics. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, this event promises thrilling gameplay, nail-biting moments, and the chance to see epic plays unfold. Engage with fellow fans, cheer for your favorite teams, and immerse yourself in the vibrant Overwatch community. Don’t miss out on this action-packed showdown—let’s see which heroes will rise to the challenge!
Streaming @ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/esports_mdc

MDC ESPORTS - Trick or Treat: Esports Edition
2024-10-30 11:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Esports Wolfson Campus – Building 1, Room 1157, 300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, 33132, United States
Get ready for a spooktacular time at our Trick or Treat Esports Bash! Join us for a Halloween-themed gaming extravaganza filled with thrilling matches, exciting giveaways, and festive fun. Dress up in your favorite costumes and compete in various games for a chance to win treats and prizes!
Throughout the event, enjoy mini-games, community challenges, and a haunted leaderboard where the best players will earn spooky rewards. Whether you’re a casual gamer or a competitive pro, this is the perfect way to celebrate Halloween with friends and fellow gamers. Don’t miss out on the chance to trick your opponents and treat yourself to an unforgettable night of esports action!
Streaming @ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/esports_mdc

2024 MAGIC Halloween Pizza Party
2024-10-31 15:00 - 19:00 UTC | MAGIC Screening Room – Building 8, Room 8106, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Join us for MAGIC’s Halloween Pizza Party and celebrate and interact with students, faculty and staff. Enter to compete in our Halloween Costume & Art Contest. There will be music, plenty of PIZZA (of course), drinks, treats, karaoke, dancing and more. Learn how to “thriller dance” and join our flash mob at the event!
Halloween Art Work & Costume Contests with Special Prizes
ART WORK CONTEST
Submission date for Art Work: Oct 24th, 2024
ART WORK CRITERIA

Halloween Themed Art Work (PG 13)
Still Image
HD: 1920 X 1080
Resolution: 72-300 dpi

Selection of winner: The Art Work winner will be selected by a vote from the MAGIC Staff on September 31st and announced at the end of event.
COSTUME CONTEST

Costume contest sign up (sign in sheet) upon arrival at event

GRAND PRIZE: $100 GIFT CARD for BEST COSTUME
Selection of winner: The Costume winner will be selected by the MAGIC Halloween committee and announced at the end of event.

Last year at the Halloween Pizza Party ….

2024 MAGIC Halloween Hackathon
2024-11-01 18:00 - 2024-11-02 18:00 UTC | Miami Dade College – Chapman Center, Building 3, 300 NE 2nd Avenue, MIAMI, FL, 33132, United States
The 2024 MAGIC Halloween Hackathon will be held from November 1st, 2024 at 6:00 pm to November 2nd, 2024 at 6:00 pm. It is a 24-hour event hosted by the MDC MAGIC Club at the Wolfson campus in downtown Miami. This live event invites middle school, high school and college students from all educational institutions in South Florida to create a game, animation, or immersive simulation within 24 hours in order to foster creativity and community in Miami. Food, drinks, and fun activities will be provided to all participants, with amazing prizes awarded to the best projects. Please register for the event by filling out the form below before October 15th. This event is FREE to all students. We look forward to seeing you there!

Event Information
Date and Time
Friday, November 1st, 2024 at 6:00 PM EDT to
Saturday, November 2nd, 2024 at 6:00 PM EDT
Registration Ends On October 25, 2024 / 11:59 PM EDT
FREE to all students from all educational institutions in South Florida
Location
Miami-Dade College Wolfson Campus
Building 3 – Room 3210 (Chapman Conference Center)
245 NE 4th Street, Miami, FL
Parking
Complimentary Parking in Building 7 Garage
Friday: 6 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Saturday: 6 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Wolfson Campus Map & Directions
Metro Mover Station: College Bayside
Contact Us
magic@mdc.edu or (305) 237-3560

Guest Judges
Jacob Patrick, Imagineer at Walt Disney Imagineers
Denise Mendez, Principal Engineer at Microsoft Mixed Reality
Alex Roque, Engineer at Microsoft
Prizes
2D/3D Game Dev Category
1st Place: Nintendo Switch (OLED)
2nd Place: Gaming Chair
2D/3D Animation Category
1st Place: Steam Deck
2nd Place: SSD drive
VR Game Dev Category
1st Place: Meta Quest 3
2nd Place: SSD drive

Please review the rules, elegibility and event information by downloading the “2024 MAGIC Halloween Hackathon Rules.”

Last year during the MAGIC Halloween Hackathon …

Holiday – Veterans Day
2024-11-11 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

Holiday - Thanksgiving
2024-11-28 08:00 - 2024-11-29 17:00 UTC | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

Fall Term - Last day of classes and final exams.
2024-12-13 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

Fall Term - Final course grades available.
2024-12-16 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

Winter Recess. The College will be closed for winter recess.
2024-12-23 08:00 - 2025-01-05 17:00 UTC | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Student Services offices open:

Thursday, January 2 | 10 am – 7 pm
Friday, January 3 | 10 am to 4:30 pm
Saturday, January 4 | 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Spring Term - Classes begin.
2025-01-06 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

Holiday - Martin Luther King Jr. Day
2025-01-20 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

Town Hall - February
2025-02-06 12:00 - 14:00 UTC | MAGIC Incubator – Building 8, Room 8119, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Students currently enrolled in the MAGIC program, or a MAGIC faculty or staff member will have the chance to voice their opinions, concerns, or suggestions to improve our academic program.
This special session will be moderated by Ms. Brenna Verner in Room 8119. We hope to see you then.

Holiday – Presidents’ Day
2025-02-17 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
