Academy of Interactive Entertainment
Academy of Interactive Entertainment
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About this organization
Mission
The corporation is organized and operated exclusively for charitable purposes within the meaning of Internal Revenue Code section 501 (c) (3), including educational purposes. The purposes of this corporation shall include offering certificate programs in computer game development (both in 3D animation and programming), 3D animation for film, TV, visualization and associated industries. AIE - LA was formed to address the needs in Louisiana for a well-rounded vocational education resulting in a Certificate/Advanced Diploma in game software design, production and 3D animation that apply to video game development, and also the need for the establishment of standards and practices in the fields of video game quality assurance and video game production.
About
The Academy of Interactive Entertainment - LA (AIE - LA) was founded in 2010 to provide world-class education in 3D animation, game programming, and digital visual effects. AIE - LA offers three certificate programs, including: 1. Advanced Diploma of Professional Game Development - Game Art & Animation (CIP Code 11.0803). 2. Advanced Diploma of Professional Game Development - Game Programming (CIP Code 11.0804). 3. Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media - 3D Animation & VFX for Film (CIP Code 10.0304). The Advanced Diploma courses were developed to support industry needs, driven by extensive consultation with local and international game development studios and visual effects professionals. Each Advanced Diploma is a two-year full-time course, providing individual and team centric training in the processes of developing the competencies and skills necessary to gain employment with game and film studios, related industries, and the development of graduates' independent games. In academic year 2017-2018, AIE - LA had 70 students enrolled in its courses and awarded 36 Advanced Diplomas at year-end. Game artists design the environments, create the characters and craft the vehicles for the games that you love to play. They can specialize in modeling, texturing, animation, and level design. Game art development is a dynamic medium to showcase creative ability. Students work with other artists and programmers to design and create their own unique entertainment experiences using cutting-edge game technology. Game programmers drive the game development process, creating the framework, functionality and interaction in the game. As the essential ingredient in the development process, game programmers are highly valued and in high demand. Additionally, 3D Animation & VFX for Film students acquire skills necessary to develop exciting careers in game development, film, and TV. It is a practical course designed to give students top-tier technical training to work as 3D artists using the latest state-of-the-art technology.
Interesting data from their 2019 990 filing
The filing clearly states the mission of the non-profit as “Aie trains students for employment and career opportunities in 3d animation, game development, and related fields through the provision of world class education as well as acting as a catalyst to build these industries.”.
When outlining its functions, they were explained as: “The corporation is organized and operated exclusively for charitable purposes within the meaning of internal revenue code section 501 (c) (3), including educational purposes. the purposes of this corporation shall include offering certificate programs in computer game development (both in 3d animation and programming), 3d animation for film, tv, visualization and associated industries. aie - la was formed to address the needs in louisiana for a well-rounded vocational education resulting in a certificate/advanced diploma in game software design, production and 3d animation that apply to video game development, and also the need for the establishment of standards and practices in the fields of video game quality assurance and video game production.”.
- In compliance with legal regulations, the non-profit has reported their state of operation as LA.
- As of 2019, the non-profit's form reports a total of 20 employees.
- Is not a private foundation.
- Expenses are greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue less expenses is $12,408.
- The organization has 0 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 2010.
- The organization pays $596,693 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $0 in fundraising expenses.