MAGIC

Workshop - User interface common questions and problems
2023-03-10 11:00 - 13:00 UTC | MAGIC Open Lab – Building 8, Room 8108, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

Art of Tech – Speaker’s Series with Ben Kvalo, Games Publishing & Marketing Leader at Netflix
2023-03-15 12:00 - 14:00 | MAGIC Screening Room – Building 8, Room 8106, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
MAGIC’s Art of Tech series empowers, elevates and inspires innovation within the growing digital technologies industry. The speaker series brings together a wide spectrum of executive level professionals in the areas of Computer Animation, Gaming, Visual Effects, Motion Graphics, Virtual and Augmented Reality.
Our guest speaker for this edition of “Art of Tech” is Ben Kvalo, Games Publiishing & Marketing Leader at Netflix
Ben Kvalo
Ben Kvalo is a leader in the entertainment & games industry focused on innovation in the industry, creating better culture, and improving experiences. Entertainment is Ben’s career, having worked in games, film, Esports, and radio. After starting his career in radio, he transitioned into gaming as a Project manager, working for 2K for 6 years. There he worked on over 100 AAA and AA titles for every major games platform. After he went over to Blizzard entertainment where he became the product manager for Esports marketing. He was responsible for launching, and scheduling BlizzCon for that year. He also recieved an award that year for Best Esports Festival from Fest X in 2018. After his succes he started a new career at Netflix as their Sr. Campaign Operations Manager for film and marketing for the streaming giant. In the the last 5 years he has moved over from films to globally launch Games at Netflix from its infancy. He worked alongside engineering, creative production, and early management to launch the Netflix Games platform. He is responsible for building and managing publishing workflows, cross-functional communication, marketing strategy & planning, and brand integration. Ben has been credited in over 100 game titles and involved in over 50 films

Workshop - Get Your Resume, LinkedIn and Portfolio Ready
2023-03-24 11:00 - 13:00 | MAGIC Open Lab – Building 8, Room 8108, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Portfolio resumes showcase samples of your work and achievements alongside standard resume information. Creatives and other professionals use this type of resume to promote themselves during application processes and impress hiring managers. If you are applying for jobs that require this type of resume, learning how to create one can help you provide more details about your professional competence and accomplishments and help increase your chances of getting hired.
If you are applying for a job or moving to a four year institution to persue a BA degree, you should attend this workshop.

MDC MAGIC + FIU Articulation Agreement Information Session
2023-03-30 12:00 - 14:00 | MAGIC Screening Room – Building 8, Room 8106, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
MDC MAGIC + FIU Articulation Agreement Information Session
Florida International University’s Lee Caplin School of Journalism & Media will host an information session fto provide information about the transfer pathway for MDC graduates of the Associate in Science (AS) in Animation and Game Art or the AS in Game Development and Design to pursue a Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Digital Communication and Media at FIU. Please make sure to attend this event if you’re interested in transferring to FIU to continue your studies.
Professor Laura Kurtzberg, co-Director of the Lee Caplin Immersive Studio for Altered Reality, Mr. Frank Villa from FIU Admissions and Ms. Rachel Vanderford, our communications strategist, will be joining Susan Jacobson, PhD in the presentation. Agenda:

Welcome and curriculum overview – Dr. Susan Jacobson
Why FIU? Location, facilities, iSTAR, student life – Prof. Laura Kurtzberg
Who Is Lee Caplin? – Rachel Vanderford
Applying to FIU – Frank Villa
Q&A

The Agreement
Miami Dade College (MDC) and Florida International University (FIU) signed an articulation agreement that creates a seamless transfer pathway for MDC graduates of the Associate in Science (AS) in Animation and Game Art or the AS in Game Development and Design to pursue a Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Digital Communication and Media at FIU. Both MDC and FIU recognize the significant roles they each play as exemplars evolving successful transfer pathways, which have positively impacted student outcomes.
Students pursuing the AS degree at the Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex would matriculate at MDC for 4 semesters. Upon successful completion of the AS degree at MDC, MDC graduates would seamlessly enroll at FIU to complete the remaining 4 semesters of the BS in Digital Communication and Media. MDC students who transition to FIU under the terms of the Agreement will be required to complete any remaining General Education requirements at FIU or through approved accelerated credit mechanisms. MDC students must meet FIU’s transfer admission criteria for the catalog year when they first enrolled at MDC. MDC students must successfully complete the Foreign Language Graduation Requirement prior to enrolling at FIU. In addition to meeting FIU’s transfer admission criteria, students seeking admission to the Lee Caplin School of Journalism & Media, must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.85.
FIU will accept major-specific courses completed at MDC to count toward the BS in Digital Communication and Media. Students are allowed no more than 12 credits of lower-division courses to count toward upper-division requirements, as stipulated by the Accrediting Council in Education in Journalism and Mass Communication, the Lee Caplin School of Journalism & Media’s accrediting agency.

Both Animation & Game Art and Game Development & Design transfer maps to FIU are available for review by clicking here: MAGIC + FIU TRANSFER MAPS. For more information and further details about this agreement and transferring to FIU, please contact us at (305) 237-3560

The Pitch Event
2023-04-03 10:00 - 14:00 | MAGIC Incubator – Building 8, Room 8119, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
What’s your idea?
Short-films, video games or immersive simulations are produced at MAGIC as a capstone project during the second academic year. All students are granted the opportunity to pitch an idea for a project. Selection is based on having an original idea, strong and defined characters, production feasibility and the potential to elevate MDC MAGIC and our community through its message.
Selected projects are then paired with executives and professionals from animation studios currently partnering with MAGIC as part of our mentorship program. Visit MAGIC’s YouTube Page to watch all students’ projects created and produced at the Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex.

25th annual FIU-MDC Day
2023-04-05 08:00 - 10:00 | FL
We are excited to invite you to our 25th annual FIU–MDC Day, to be held on April 5, 2023.

This formal convening gives us an opportunity to network and welcome new colleagues, learn how our mutual work advances student success, and reaffirm our commitment to evolving our partnership in response to the needs of our students and community.The agenda and parking instructions will be sent closer to the event date. Be advised that due to construction near FIU’s Graham Center, we will have limited parking in our Blue and Gold Garages; therefore, we encourage carpooling/ridesharing. We look forward to seeing you on April 5th!
If you have any questions, please contact Philip Giarraffa (pgiarraf@mdc.edu, 305.237.3529).

The Pitch Event – Industry @ MAGIC
2023-04-05 10:00 - 14:00 | MAGIC Incubator – Building 8, Room 8119, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

Spring Recess
2023-04-07 08:00 - 17:00 | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

Career & Internship Day @ MAGIC
2023-04-14 10:00 - 15:00 | MAGIC Open Lab – Building 8, Room 8108, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
The MAGIC Career & Internship Day will takes place on April 7th, 2023. Employers interview students for job and internship opportunities in-person. Get your portfolio ready! For more information please contact Nicole Garay at (305) 237-3560.

2023 Wolfson Campus Learning Day
2023-04-18 11:30 - 16:30 | Miami Dade College – Chapman Center, Building 3, 300 NE 2nd Avenue, MIAMI, FL, 33132, United States
Wolfson Campus Learning Day
April 18th, 2023 – 11:30AM – 4:30PM
VR/AR Expo: 11:30AM to 12:45PM
This event is for all MDC faculty and Wolfson staff
Station 01 – Humanities (MAGIC)

Art Appreciation: Gravity Sketch
Philosophy: Trolley Problem
Literature: Anne Frank
Theater Appreciation: Sweet Sorrow
Speech: Speech Trainer
Music: Ragtime

Station 02 – Sciences & Math (MAGIC)

Math: Sums
Physics: PHIN
Astronomy: Mission ISS
Environmental Science: Sea Level
Biology: The Cell
Chemstry: Palladius
Chemistry: Hybridization Theory Practice

Station 03 – English & History (MAGIC)

History: Anne Frank
American Government: The People’s House

Station 04 – Student Simulations (MAGIC)

VR Math Simulations, being developed with the Math Department
Amazonia VR – developed at MAGIC for the Museum of Tomorrow in Brazil
Everglades

Station 05 – Xennial Digital (vendor)

We work with forward-thinking organizations to help them build and implement scalable, secure and analytics-driven XR enterprise solutions and platforms.
Video: Xennial Digital Anesthesia Depth SIM Lab
Video: Xennial Digital VR Aviation Pre Built Features
Website: Xennial Digital

Station 06 – Case Western Reserve University – HoloAnatomy (vendor)

Anatomy Simulation – HoloAnatomy® Software Suite* was developed in collaboration with experienced anatomy faculty, our software gives students 3D perspectives of every part of the body – offering views impossible through any other means.
Video: YouTube
Website: HoloAnatomy Software Suite

Keynote Session: 1PM to 1:45PM 1
Panel: The State of XR Education in South Florida
50% of first year’s STEM students will fail or drop out of their intended track. According to research one of the competencies needed for success in STEM classes is spatial reasoning, and this competency can be taught and XR is a perfect vehicle. What is AR, how is it being used today in our community, and why should you care? Join us for this panel of leaders from South Florida public schools and colleges and universities to learn why and how they are using XR as a teaching tool in their classrooms.
Moderator: Denise Mendez (Microsoft)
Panelists: UM, Broward Public Schools, Case Western Reserve University, FIU, and MDC (Mauricio Ferrazza). Dr. Lupe Diaz was invited to represent MDCPS.
Breakout Session 01: 2PM to 2:45PM
Panel: Making a VR/AR App for Your Classroom
From the MAGIC Halloween Hackathon to Developing a VR Math VR application, MAGIC students with the guidance of Math professor Manini are developing this simulation to be tested during the Math Summer Academy and brought into the classroom in the Fall term. All funded by the Legacy STEM Grant, who’s providing students with a stipend and faculty with task points to develop high impact practices for the classroom. MAGIC students and professor Manini will provide an overview of this journey and lessons learned.
Moderator: Mauricio Ferrazza (MAGIC)
Panelists: MAGIC students Diego Castillo, Pedro Terra, Dacia Steiner with the Legacy STEM Grant, Professor Manini with the Math Department and Professor Mel Tomeo with the MAGIC department.

MAGIC Department at eMerge Americas - Esports, Animation & Game Dev and MDC @ Metaverse
2023-04-20 09:30 - 2023-04-21 17:30 | Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Ctr Dr, Miami Beach, FL, 33139, United States
The MAGIC Department will be at eMerge Americas at Miami Dade College’s Booth 525, come visit us and learn about our Esports program, Animation and Game Dev academic programs and the MDC twin campus at the Metaverse.
MDC @ eMerge Americas 2023 – Booth 525

Commencement Ceremony
2023-04-22 13:00 - 15:00 | FL
See you in 2023!
The Class of 2022 is on its way to a brighter future. Class of 2023, you’ve got some pretty big shoes to fill. You’ve got tests to ace, presentations to make, competitions to win, awards to earn, and a Commencement of your own to celebrate. That’s a pretty busy schedule. But we know you’re ready for it. We know you’re hungry to hit the books and kick down the doors to opportunity. We know you’ve signed up for your classes… You have signed up for your classes, haven’t you? No? What are you waiting for Class of 2023?
Graduation Transfer Prep
Applying for Graduation
We strongly recommend that you schedule your graduation review meeting the semester before you anticipate the completion of your program to ensure you are on track to complete all of the graduation requirements for your pathway. Visit Advisement & Career Services at your respective campus to meet with an Academic & Career Advisor to ensure that you have met all necessary requirements to be eligible for graduation.
Academic Requirements Report
An Academic Requirement Report is the official record keeper of graduation requirements. This is different than an Academic MAP which is intended to help you organize in which order you should schedule your pathway/program requirements. An advisor will help you understand your academic requirements and ensure your academic MAP incorporates all graduation requirements. Reviewing these documents at least once per semester will ensure that making progress towards your requirements for graduation. Contact an advisor whenever you have concerns or questions about your requirements to make sure you stay on track!
Transfer Planning
MDC have several resources are designed to assist students, advisors, faculty, mentors, department chairs, staff with transfer planning. MDC has several articulation agreements with a variety of institutions to facilitate a smooth transfer experience. Review our Transfer Agreement website and discuss with your advisor how to incorporate transfer requirements into your MAP.

MDC MAGIC + FIU Articulation Agreement
MDC MAGIC + FAU Articulation Agreement

FCLE – Federal Civic Literacy Exam

FDLC Requirements

Entering the Workforce / Workplace
Ready to become part of the workforce? Here are some helpful resources to help guide you:

Jobs and Internships
Career Exploration
Graduation Form
Graduation FAQ

2023 MAGIC Premiere Night
2023-04-26 18:00 - 21:00 | MAGIC Screening Room – Building 8, Room 8106, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Class of 2023 Animated Short-Films and Video Games. This event is by invitation only.

Spring Term - Last day of classes
2023-04-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

Final course grades available.
2023-05-01 08:00 - 17:00 | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

Summer Term - Classes begin: 12-week, 6-week mini-term.
2023-05-08 08:00 - 17:00 | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

Holiday - Memorial Day
2023-05-29 08:00 - 17:00 | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

MAGIC Summer Camp - 3D Modeling with Maya
2023-06-12 08:00 - 2023-06-16 17:00 | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Animation Camp
Students ages 14-19 will get an introduction to character design and animation using Autodesk® Maya®, the application used by top video game development and film studios. Skills development will focus on the use of Autodesk ”Maya” and Adobe Photoshop. This class is project based; students will have the opportunity to complete a portfolio of their own animation. Pre-Requisite: Basic computer skills. Check in from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. get acquainted with equipment, meet and greet. From 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.– students can stay on premises and work on labs while waiting for pick-up. Drop-off and Pick-Up at Building 8, first floor. Camp location: Wolfson Campus.
Week #1: Class 6/12/23 – 6/16/23 MTuWThF 9:00 am—3:00 pm $0
3D Modeling with Maya: You’ll learn valuable workflows that pros use and create and sculpt 3D models. We’ll teach you the fundamentals of character design and rigging before you create your own original 3D props, set pieces, and characters. You’ll learn valuable workflows that pros use and create and sculpt 3D models. We’ll teach you the fundamentals of character design and rigging before you create your own original 3D props, set pieces, and characters. Ref Number: 8270
Registration will open March 15th, 2023

MAGIC Summer Camp - Esports 1
2023-06-12 08:00 - 2023-06-16 17:00 | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Esports Camp
Students ages 14+ will immerse themselves in the world of competitive gaming at this exciting esports camp designed for all-skill level players. Make new friends, have a blast and be a part of Miami Dade College Esports safe and supportive gaming community. Coaches will guide players through games, drills, and strategies in a fun and competitive environment. Players will walk away with several tactics and tools that they can utilize to improve their gaming skills while building important life skills that extend beyond the game. This camp is designed for all-skill level players looking to take their game to the next level. Pre-Requisite: Basic computer skills. Check in from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. get acquainted with equipment, meet, and greet. From 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.– students can stay on premises and work on labs while waiting for pick-up. Drop-off and Pick-Up at Building 1, first floor. Camp location: Wolfson Campus.
Week #1: Class 6/12/23- 6/16/23 MTuWThF 9:00 am—3:00 pm $0
Esports Week 1: Join us at MDC College for our first ever Esports Summer Camp. Week 1 will show you around the world of Esports while enjoying some time learning about Super Smash Brothers Ultimate. You will learn about “What is Esports”, being healthy while playing, how to play with people you know, and people you don’t know. Broadcasting and game analysis, as well as coaching other players and yourself to achieve your player goals. Building 1, Room 1156-1. Course Hours: 25. Ref Number: 9373
Registration will open March 15th, 2023

Summer A - Last day of classes first 6-week mini-term.
2023-06-16 08:00 - 17:00 | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

Esports - Super Smash Bros. Tournament
2023-06-16 08:00 - 17:00 | Esports Wolfson Campus – Building 1, Room 1157, 300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, 33132, United States
Event for plyayers not currently on an Eposrts Team at Miami Dade College. For the online try-out schedule please visit our Esports Program page.

Summer B - Second 6-week mini-term begins.
2023-06-19 08:00 - 17:00 | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

MAGIC Summer Camp - 3D Game Design with Unity
2023-06-19 08:00 - 2023-06-23 17:00 | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
3D Game Design Camp
Students ages 14-19 will learn the premier 3D modeling, animation, effects, and rendering software packages on the market. Using the industry-standard, intuitive toolset featured in Autodesk® Maya® realistic 3D models will be created and prepare them for game play in a gaming engine. Skills development will focus on the use of Autodesk ”Maya” and Adobe Photoshop. Pre-Requisite: Basic computer skills. Check in from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. get acquainted with equipment, meet and greet. From 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.– students can stay on premises and work on labs while waiting for pick-up. Drop-off and Pick-Up at Building 8, first floor. Camp location: Wolfson Campus.
Week #1: Class 6/19/23 – 6/23/23 MTuWThF 9:00 am—3:00 pm $0
Game Design with Unity: Create your own video games that can be explored on a PC. You’ll learn the proper workflow to create custom environments, objects and player challenges using Unity. We’ll teach you the basics of coding in Unity using the C# programming language. Create your own video games that can be explored on a PC. You’ll learn the proper workflow to create custom environments, objects and player challenges using Unity. Ref Number: 8272
Registration will open March 15th, 2023

MAGIC Summer Camp - Esports 2
2023-06-19 08:00 - 2023-06-23 17:00 | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Esports Camp
Students ages 14+ will immerse themselves in the world of competitive gaming at this exciting esports camp designed for all-skill level players. Make new friends, have a blast and be a part of Miami Dade College Esports safe and supportive gaming community. Coaches will guide players through games, drills, and strategies in a fun and competitive environment. Players will walk away with several tactics and tools that they can utilize to improve their gaming skills while building important life skills that extend beyond the game. This camp is designed for all-skill level players looking to take their game to the next level. Pre-Requisite: Basic computer skills. Check in from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. get acquainted with equipment, meet, and greet. From 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.– students can stay on premises and work on labs while waiting for pick-up. Drop-off and Pick-Up at Building 1, first floor. Camp location: Wolfson Campus.
Week #2: Class 6/19/23 – 6/23/23 MTuWThF 9:00 am—3:00 pm $0
Esports Week 2: This is our second camp of the summer, and we are looking to expand on last week’s camp. We will dive further into communication, and discuss toxicity, reinforcement, go further into health and fitness, and explore the introductory phases of journalism, marketing and some problems they face in the industry today. All the while the players enjoy learning about the game of Overwatch and to assess games that require the ability to aim and think fast on your feet. Building 1, Room 1156-1. Course Hours: 25. Ref Number: 9375
Registration will open March 15th, 2023

MAGIC Summer Camp - Character Animation with Maya
2023-06-26 08:00 - 2023-06-30 17:00 | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Animation Camp
Students ages 14-19 will get an introduction to character design and animation using Autodesk® Maya®, the application used by top video game development and film studios. Skills development will focus on the use of Autodesk ”Maya” and Adobe Photoshop. This class is project based; students will have the opportunity to complete a portfolio of their own animation. Pre-Requisite: Basic computer skills. Check in from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. get acquainted with equipment, meet and greet. From 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.– students can stay on premises and work on labs while waiting for pick-up. Drop-off and Pick-Up at Building 8, first floor. Camp location: Wolfson Campus.
Week #2: Class 6/26/23 – 6/30/23 MTuWThF 9:00 am—3:00 pm $0
Character Animation with Maya: Using Autodesk Maya, you’ll learn how to bring characters to life, using lighting, settings, and camera angles. We’ll teach you a workflow that will take pre-rigged models and animate them in a short sequence that tells a story. Using Autodesk Maya, you’ll learn how to bring characters to life, using lighting, settings, and camera angles. We’ll teach you a workflow that will take pre-rigged models and animate them in a short sequence that tells a story. Ref Number: 8271
Registration will open March 15th, 2023

Holiday - Independence Day
2023-07-04 08:00 - 17:00 | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

MAGIC Summer Camp - Game Programming
2023-07-10 08:00 - 2023-07-14 17:00 | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
3D Game Design Camp
Students ages 14-19 will learn the premier 3D modeling, animation, effects, and rendering software packages on the market. Using the industry-standard, intuitive toolset featured in Autodesk® Maya® realistic 3D models will be created and prepare them for game play in a gaming engine. Skills development will focus on the use of Autodesk ”Maya” and Adobe Photoshop. Pre-Requisite: Basic computer skills. Check in from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. get acquainted with equipment, meet and greet. From 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.– students can stay on premises and work on labs while waiting for pick-up. Drop-off and Pick-Up at Building 8, first floor. Camp location: Wolfson Campus.
Week #2: Class 7/10/23 – 7/14/23 MTuWThF 9:00 am—3:00 pm $0
Game Programming: Gain deeper knowledge of scripting, learning basic programming techniques and editing tools. You will focus on developing for virtual reality and its unique design challenges. We’ll teach you the basics of coding in Unity using the C# programming language. Gain deeper knowledge of scripting, learning basic programming techniques and editing tools. You will focus on developing for virtual reality and its unique design challenges. Ref Number: 8273
Registration will open March 15th, 2023

Summer Term - Last day of classes.
2023-07-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

FALL New Student Orientation - Mandatory
2023-08-18 13:00 - 15:00 | MAGIC Screening Room – Building 8, Room 8106, 315 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33132, United States

Fall Term - Classes begin: 16 weeks.
2023-08-21 08:00 - 17:00 | Miami Animation & Gaming International Complex @ MDC, 315 NE 2nd Ave - Building 8, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
