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VGCD Academy with Michael S. Chang
[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”||12px||false|false”]Video Games is a $180 billion industry, bigger than the Movie and Music industries, COMBINED.
Founded by Michael S. Chang, an International Bestselling AUTHOR, VGCD Academy teaches
teen gamers practical skills in Making and Publishing games. Simply to:[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” text_font_size=”18px” header_2_font=”Arial|600|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#fba502″ header_2_line_height=”1.3em” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”15px||||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”16px” text_font_size_phone=”” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_2_font_size_tablet=”” header_2_font_size_phone=”23px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone”]
PERFECT YOUR EDGE. QUEST FOR IMMORTALITY. REALIZE YOUR PASSION.
[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” text_font_size=”18px” header_2_font=”Arial|600|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#fba502″ custom_padding=”15px||||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”16px” text_font_size_phone=”” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_2_font_size_tablet=”” header_2_font_size_phone=”23px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone”]Designed and taught by renowned experts from both AAA and indie development studios and publishers, the VGCD framework teaches young people to ideate, create, pitch, and publish games like the pros do.[/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https://www.vgcd.academy/contact-us/” button_text=”Contact Us” button_alignment=”left” button_alignment_tablet=”” button_alignment_phone=”center” button_alignment_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#f93b19″ button_border_width=”0px” button_border_radius=”0px” button_font=”Montserrat|600|||||||” button_use_icon=”off” custom_margin=”45px|||||” custom_padding=”|40px||40px|false|true” button_bg_color__hover_enabled=”on|hover” button_bg_color__hover=”#f29e04″ button_bg_enable_color__hover=”on”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_video src=”https://www.vgcd.academy/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/VGCD-Academy-V06-1.mp4″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” border_width_all=”2px” border_color_all=”#FFFFFF” box_shadow_style=”preset3″][/et_pb_video][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#e5e5e5″ background_enable_image=”off” custom_padding=”5px|||||”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_color=”off” custom_padding=”4%|3%|4%|3%|true|true”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_font=”Arial|600|||||||” header_3_text_color=”#fba502″ text_orientation=”center” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false”]
ABOUT VGCD the Book
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“Video Game Careers Demystified: The Trifecta of Creators, Athletes and. Ecosystem in a Thriving Industry” became an International Bestseller in 14 categories across 7 countries. It provides Teen Gamers:
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- 1st hand accounts – of developing/publishing games and the opportunities within the industry
- Framework – how to assess one’s unique interests, strengths, and values and fit in the industry
- Parents/Teachers – confidence to help teens prepare for a career in games and beyond
Video Game Careers will educate, inspire, delight and cultivate “dreamers” of all ages to prepare for a future in education, healthcare, business and youth sports through gamification.
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ABOUT Video Game Careers Demystified (VGCD) Academy
[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”]PERFECT YOUR EDGE. QUEST FOR IMMORTALITY. REALIZE YOUR PASSION.
Designed and taught by renowned experts from both AAA and indie development studios and publishers, the VGCD framework teaches young people to ideate, create, pitch, and publish games like the pros do.
VIDEO GAME CAREERS Demystified (VGCD) Academy helps young people to:[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.vgcd.academy/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/abut-imag.jpg” title_text=”abut-imag” align=”center” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”71%” module_alignment=”center”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Events” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ background_color=”#000000″ background_enable_image=”off” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_right” top_divider_flip=”vertical” bottom_divider_height=”350px” bottom_divider_flip=”vertical”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ make_equal=”on” module_class=”cst” _builder_version=”4.9.4″][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ custom_padding=”|||” border_width_all=”1px” border_color_all=”#FFFFFF” box_shadow_style=”preset2″ custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.vgcd.academy/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/perfect-your-edge.jpeg” title_text=”perfect your edge” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_image][et_pb_blurb title=”PERFECT YOUR EDGE” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_text_color=”#f29e04″ text_orientation=”center” background_layout=”dark” custom_padding=”10px|10px|10px|10px|true|true”]
GAIN PRACTICAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCES
making & releasing games. Learn to think cross disciplines across the Analytical (test game concepts, develop prototypes, business planning, game pitching)
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CREATE A PERSONAL PORTFOLIO
Create business plans, pitch and publish your game like the pros. Think beyond games and entertainment; consider applying your skills in education, healthcare, business, and more
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STAND OUT
in college applications to the coveted game development, game entrepreneurship programs and COMPETE TO WIN internships with AAA and INDIE studios.
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The VGCD Academy Instructors Have Worked On
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Why VGCD?
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The VGCD instructors have worked on games that have generated over $1 billion in revenue. We made it our mission to teach & mentor LEADERS & ENTREPRENEURS of tomorrow. From the COURSE YOU the students will CREATE your OWN:
1. PERSONALIZED Game Career ASSESSMENT
2. DESIGN & VISION for your game
3. INVESTOR-READY PITCH
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What do Readers have to say?
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“Overall I would recommend this book to anyone who is interested in the video game industry. Whether you are agamer, l ooking to start a creative profession, or curious I’d highly recommend this book. 10/10 A+ book.”
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Simurgh, USA
Insightful Guide into the Magical
Gaming Industry[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_padding=”2%|3%|2%|3%|true|true”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ background_image=”https://www.vgcd.academy/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/backroundopaciyt.png” background_size=”initial” background_position=”center_left”]“Michael Chang gives the reader the opportunity to walk in the shoes of a video game professional. His passion for this field is contagious and cones through in his style of writing so that you can see, hear and feel the excitement of what it’s actually like to work on a video game project ”[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_4_font=”Montserrat|600|||||||” header_4_text_color=”#000000″ header_4_font_size=”16px”]
MidnightSomers, USA
Informative, inspiring a MUST Read for anyone wanting to develop games[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_padding=”2%|3%|2%|3%|true|true”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ background_image=”https://www.vgcd.academy/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/backroundopaciyt.png” background_size=”initial” background_position=”center_left”]“I heard about this book from a friend and was reading it to get educated on the professional possibilities that could exist for my son. I love how Michael Chang “demystified” the notion that you have to be an engineer, scientist or coder to find a lucrative opportunity in the gaming industry..”[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_4_font=”Montserrat|600|||||||” header_4_text_color=”#000000″ header_4_font_size=”16px”]
Paityn, USA
Inspired immediately![/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_padding=”2%|3%|2%|3%|true|true”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ background_image=”https://www.vgcd.academy/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/backroundopaciyt.png” background_size=”initial” background_position=”center_left”]A thoroughly accessible and information-packed resource for readers of all ages curious about a potential career in the video game industry, Video Game Careers Demystified: The Trifecta of Makers, Athletes, and Ecosystem in a Thriving Industry lives up to its title with profiles and testimonies from professionals in the field.[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_4_font=”Montserrat|600|||||||” header_4_text_color=”#000000″ header_4_font_size=”16px”]
– James A. Cox, Editor in Chief,
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