Senior Girls in Games is an immersive full-day event that covers the basics of Game Art and Game Programming for aspirational game developers in Years 11-13 that identify as female.
Girls in Games includes hands-on and inspirational game design, game art, and game programming workshops. Over the course of the day, you'll be introduced to creating art assets for games in 2D or 3D.
You'll also create your own game using a game engine and gain valuable insights from Media Design School's Game Development staff.
17th July 2024 l 8:30am - 4:30pm
Schedule:
8:30AM: Registration (Level 1)
8.50AM: Introductions/Housekeeping (Innovation Hub, Level 4)
9:00AM: Keynote Speakers - A44 Games
10.00AM: Morning session: Game Art
Game Art 2D - A44 Games
10:30AM: Morning tea (Innovation Hub)
11.00AM: Game Art sessions continue...
1:00PM: Lunchtime (Innovation Hub, Level 4)
1:30PM: Afternoon session: Game Programming
Game Maker Basics - Samah Hassan
3.00PM: Session Break for Afternoon tea (Innovation Hub, Level 4)
3:15PM: Game programming sessions continue...
4:00PM: Wrap-Up and Awards
When
Where
Hutt Valley High School
84-114
Woburn Road
Lower Hutt
Keynote Speaker, Sabine Rösgren
Since starting in the games industry in 2008, I've lived and worked in three countries, been employed by seven game companies, and helped ship over seven projects. I've been fortunate to attend marketing events and travel for work. My favorite aspects of this industry are the constant learning and challenges. However, the true highlight has been the friendships and connections I've made along the way, sharing this incredible adventure with inspiring colleagues and friends.
Keynote Speaker, Holly Downer
As a Junior UX Designer at A44 Games, I contribute to designing immersive and exciting experiences for players.
I have a Master of Design with Distinction from Massey University, where I explored the potential of immersive environments and interactive storytelling in my thesis project. I also won the Silver Student Digital Award at the Best Design Awards 2020 for my innovative and engaging digital installation.
I am passionate about applying my skills and knowledge in UX design to create meaningful and memorable experiences for users. I am always eager to learn new tools and techniques, and to collaborate with other creative professionals.
Keynote Speaker, Patricia Pabustan
As a Junior Designer at A44 games, I've had the pleasure to help create awesome stories and action packed systems & mechanics.
In university I majored in Game Design and minored in Film, and have a background in Graphic Design. I've loved art and creativity ever since I was a child and value that childish wonder and imagination. I am passionate about creating things that inspire others to be creative and aim to impart a little bit of that childhood magic in all the work that I do!
Keynote Speaker, MC Derne
I started my career as a Graphic Designer, then evolved to create special effects on set and eventually found my calling by becoming a VFX artist for the movies and games industries.
In the most recent years, I have had the privilege to step into the role of Art Director and work alongside the team at A44 to deliver Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn.
I love the technical challenge coupled with delivering art for entertainment purposes.
With a soft spot for space and science-fiction, I always thought of this career as a way to deliver an emotional experience, ephemeral or lasting.
