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Digital Media Academy

Courses in game design, filmmaking & more - programs for teens & kids

Location:

Stanford University, UC San Diego, UC Berkeley, Claremont Colleges, UT Austin, University of Pennsylvania, DePaul in Chicago, University of Michigan

Ages:

Two Programs - Adventures (age 9-13) & Teen Computer Camp

Gender:

coed

Season:

June 9, 2008 through August 22, 2008 - Single or Multi-Week

Capacity:

140

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"This is my third year coming to the Digital media Academy. The program keeps exceeding my expectations and getting better and better!"
- Evan Bright, DMA Student

Accredited by Stanford University, the Digital Media Academy is "The Summer Computer Camp for Kids and Teens" DMA is ideal for kids and teens wanting exposure to the most relevant software used in the entertainment industry and professional world. Choose from dozens of courses in video game design, filmmaking, robotics, 3D animation - just to name a few - all while gaining hands-on experience with the help of highly-accomplished professionals. 

Discover the DMA Difference!

  • Stanford University-accreditation
  • Totally separate courses for kids and teens
  • Instructors are professionals, not students
  • Prestigious and beautiful campus locations
  • Exciting evening and weekend activities

THE SUMMER COMPUTER CAMP FOR TEENS

DMA offers day and overnight computer camps in weekly and multi-week sessions for teens starting at age 13. Courses accommodate a wide variety of digital media interests in a more sophisticated learning environment than other summer computer camps. All courses are project-based and taught by industry experts and award-winning instructors in state-of-the-art classroom facilities. An average student to instructor ratio of 7 to 1 allows for plenty of individual attention as you explore, create and immerse yourself in an environment that is more like a production studio than a classroom. 

Introductory to advanced weekly sessions!

  • 3D Video Game Design
  • Hands-on Film making
  • Video Editing
  • Robotics
  • 3D Character Modeling
  • Flash Scripting
  • C++ Programming
  • Over 30 weekly sessions in all!

Multi-Week Certification Programs for Teens

DMA is an Apple and Adobe Authorized Training Center. Teens are eligible to take courses at DMA that lead to industry certification in Final Cut Pro and other professional content areas. In addition, DMA offers the following popular multi-week certification programs:
  • 3D Game Design Certification
  • Hands-On Film making Certification
  • Maya Character Animation Certification

THE SUMMER COMPUTER CAMP FOR KIDS (AGE 9-13)

The Digital Media Academy offers separate courses for kids, age 9-13 (at all its campus locations), called Digital Media Adventures. Like DMA's teen courses, the hallmark of Adventures is its superior instructors. They are real-world industry professionals, working in the fields of 3D animation, video production and game design who also have a passion for teaching kids. With an average student-to-instructor ratio of 5 to 1, kids get lots of attention! Choose from the following topics:
  • Adventures in Robotics
  • Adventures in Film making & Effects
  • Adventures in Game Design
  • Adventures in 3D Game Design Extreme
  • Adventures in Web Design & Flash
Kids typically stay 2 or more weeks, combining topics for a more rounded experience or taking the same course a second or third time to explore more advanced techniques. Kids staying on campus are housed separately from teens, grouped by gender and age, and supervised by our dedicated Adventures live-in adult counselors. 

A Well Rounded Experience for Your Child

At Digital Media Adventures, we strike a balance between in-class learning and out-of-doors fun. We recognize that kids need to move! We take breaks for recreation in the morning and afternoon. Evenings and weekends are packed with more organized outdoor activities with weekend trips to amusement parks, Lazer Tag facilities, video arcades and more. Our adult supervisors ensure a fun and safe time for everyone!

 

"As a mom, I was extremely impressed by
the quality of the course my child took."
- Sharon, DMA Parent

For more information ...

Visit Digital Media Academy at Click here to visit our website to read more about our programs, locations, and course offerings: www.DigitalMediaAcademy.org

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What People Are Saying

Teen Program

"My experience here was beyond enjoyable; I had the opportunity to stay on a beautiful campus, learn to sculpt 3D characters, and meet talented people all at the same time. What more could I ask for?"
- Aaron, 16

"This program is great and everybody from the instructors to the counselors are extremely friendly. I learned more from this class than the college film class I took."
- Theresa, 18

"I ended up having a better time and more overall fun than any other camp I've ever been to. DMA. is something everyone should be able to enjoy."
- Evan, 14

"I have never had such indvidual and personal training with instructors this knowledgeable!"
- David, 13

"DMA was the highlight of my summer!"
- Alex, 17


Adventures Program (age 9-13)

"Digital Media Adventures was by far the coolest and most fun experience I had all summer. I'm coming back!"
- Joseph, 9

"DMA was amazing! I made new friends, learned a lot, and had lots of fun!"
- Sarah, 11

"My son had an incredible time at DMA this summer. From the adult teachers to the separate activity staff to the small class sizes, this computer camp stands out from the others."
- Amy, Adventures Parent