Jidou IN-DE Awards 2008 is officially calling for entries throughout Asia starting 14 August 2008.
Held for its second year by jidou Limited, the creative powerhouse of “Original Animation for a Global Market from China”, the Jidou IN-DE (INdependent Digital Entertainment) Awards is an Annual Animation Competition in Asia that celebrates and recognizes excellence in independent animation. The main objectives are to discover & nurture young talents; encourage creativity & innovation; and promote the importance of protecting intellectual property rights within the Digital Entertainment Industry in Asia. The theme for this year is “Futuristic Fairytales”.
August 19th, 2008
Date: May 23, Friday 2008
Time: 1:30 to 7:30 PM
Venue: ST111 Lecture Theatre, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR CHINA
Medium: Cantonese and English
Website: http://www.mayan.hk/registration/
1:30 - 1:45 PM
1:25 - 5:30 PM
- Mayan + HKDEA Keynote
- CG Visual: Maya 10 Sec. Animation Contest Award Presentation
- What’s New in Autodesk Maya Extension II
- Sneak Preview of a Hollywood Blockbuster: The production secrets of making Astro Boy by IMAGI Animation Studios
- Mayan’s Dream Workstation by HP
- Making of CJ7 by Menfond Electronic Art & Computer Design Company
- Future Graphics by King Fung Electronics Co. Ltd.
5:30 - 7:30 PM
- Mayan’s Tea & Networking + Lucky Draw at PolyU Staff Club
May 14th, 2008
高峰會謹定於2008年3月19 日(星期三)，下午1時半至3時半，在香港會議展中心的展覽廳1 (舞台) 舉行。
是次視覺特效高峰會讓業界精英分享他們創作及製作上的心得，當中大部份是去年度推出的作品，機會難逢，萬勿錯過。
費用全免。
參與的公司和內容如下：
簡介 :
- Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association
內容 :
- Puzzle Animation Studio Ltd. – Mr. Gordon Chin
Making of Sparkling Red Star ( 閃閃的紅星 )
- Crystal Computer Graphics Ltd. – Mr. William Chan
Making of the Road to Olympics ( 奥運的故事 )
- Menfond Electronic Art & Computer Design Co. Ltd. – Mr. Eddy Wong
Making of CJ-7 ( 長江七號 )
- Digital Magic Ltd. – Mr. Percy Fung
Making of Kung Fu Dunk (功夫灌籃), Assembly (集結號)
Crossover of visual effects industry
及後，更會加入三間視覺特效公司和院校作高峰討論會:
- Fat Face Production Ltd. (Tentative)
- Many Many Creations Ltd.
- Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (Tuen Mun)
閣下亦可透過這平台結識不同公司和行業人士，廣開人際網絡，拓展商機。
如有興趣參加人士，請登入以下網頁報名:
http://www.hkde.org/What’s%20news/Lists/News%20Update/DispForm.aspx?ID=372
http://202.155.228.7/hkdeea_reg/
March 12th, 2008
PolyU - MSc in Multimedia & Entertainment Technology
The programme is for those who are keen to lead in the digital entertainment industry. It is designed to open creative possibilities in the minds of the students by exploring cross-disciplinary media applications and technologies. Through theories and project based modules, students are encouraged to look afresh into all aspects of how media impacts our lives. From embedded device development for human machine interface, to creative content design for digital entertainment. The course starts with the building blocks of animation, game design, on-line entertainment and encourages students to look beyond technology by finding value in innovation to shape the path of what digital entertainment can become.
Application Deadline: 31 May 2008
Programme website: http://www.sd.polyu.edu.hk/master/mscmet/news.html
Enquiry: Tel: 2766 4353 or Email: mcinfo@polyu.edu.hk
February 6th, 2008
Multimedia Education in School of Design, PolyU - Open for application
Master of Science in Multimedia and Entertainment Technology
多媒體科藝理學碩士學位
BA (Hons) in Digital Media 數碼媒體 (榮譽)文學士
Higher Diploma in Multimedia Design and Technology
多媒體設計與科技高級文憑
Programme information: http://www.mic.polyu.edu.hk/infosession/multimedia.htm
January 28th, 2008
Bringing the best of the global design industry to Hong Kong, Business of Design Week (bodw) is Asia’s leading international conference dedicated to design, brand and innovation.
Uniquely focused on the intricate relationship between business and design, bodw is an international platform for designers, experts and entrepreneurs to network and share ideas, and an essential introduction to design for students and the public.
Please find details and register at http://www.bodw.com/
October 25th, 2007
Jidou IN-DE Awards 2007 is officially calling for entries throughout Asia starting 13 September 2007. With the theme of the competition being “Beyond Imagination”, Jidou Limited, the Award Organizer, welcomes creative, original and high-quality 2-minute digital animation or animation-reality crossover clips produced by industry professionals and students from 16 to 28 years old. This year, HKDEA is one of the Supporting Organizations of the Award. Here is a chance to showcase your creativity as well as winning cash prizes up to USD$7,000! For more information about the Award, please visit http://www.jidou.com.hk/IN-DE.
September 11th, 2007
Supported by the HKSAR Office of the Government Chief Information Officer, Hong Kong ICT Awards 2007: Best Digital Entertainment Award is organized by Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association, which seeks to recognize and honor the best works produced in the Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Industry and to promote excellence in this field. The Award will grant over 20 superb productions in the Open Category and one of the new start-up companies will be specially awarded for its outstanding performance. Outstanding productions in the Student Category will also be granted, which aim to allow accomplished individuals or teams from the academia to participate in this campaign and show off their talent.
Welcome all DE creators and students to participate!! Don’t miss this great opportunity for showing your excellent work!
ACT NOW!
Deadline for Application: 23rd August 2007, 12:00nn
Tel: (852) 3166-3776 (Miss Jenny Lai)
Email: jennylai@hkpc.org
For the details, please visit:
http://www.hkdea.org/ict2007
June 20th, 2007
