Game Dev Studio: Character and Environmental Modeling with VR

Price: $4,599
Age: 13 - 18
Skill Level: Beginner–Advanced
Format: iD Tech Academies | Small-Group, On-Campus
Duration: Two-week program

About This Course

Launch your career in 3D modeling—with a twist! You’ll don the Meta Quest 2 and step directly into an immersive virtual studio where you’ll sketch, build, and sculpt 3D characters, props, and vivid environments to bring together your vision. With Adobe Medium, an innovative VR sculpting software, this course will place you at the helm of creative direction.

After you’ve crafted your designs from scratch, you’ll turn them into tactile works of art using a powerful 3D printer. Build a fundamental 3D skill set, starting from concept to model, and then work through the entire printing process to print your characters into figures you can display on your desk. The best part? You'll take home your Meta Quest 2 and all of your models and designs so you can continue polishing your portfolio and prep it for college admissions and career applications.

Topics Covered

Create characters and props in a virtual reality environment
Take charge of the entire 3D printing process, from model design to final print
Learn sculpting and art fundamentals
Develop a portfolio of 3D and VR designs

Portfolio-Boosting Diploma & Transcript

At the conclusion of your child's course, they will receive an official iD Tech diploma and course transcript outlining the skills they learned over the course of the week.

Learn from the best.

Passion for tech. Unmatched expertise. Personality that brings out the absolute best in your child. With 23 years of experience, we know there's no replacement for the best teacher. It's no surprise that iconic companies like Google, EA, Microsoft, and Disney hire the same talent we do. Our iD Certified instructors possess the whole package of skills that top employers seek.

100% USA-based, adult instructors
Recruited from top universities like Stanford, Caltech, and NYU
Rigorous background and reference checks
Robust training programs and certification
Adherence to American Camp Association accredited guidelines

Instructor Highlights

Chris M.

Software Engineer
at Google

Instructor Highlights

Chris M.

Software Engineer
at Google

“My time as an iD instructor was really formative. I stayed with STEM in college as a Computer Science and Electrical Engineering major, and now I’m working at Google in Chicago. If you find yourself thinking about STEM-related things outside of school, follow that passion. Major in it. Keep pursuing it.”

Instructor Highlights

Aspen C.

Associate Designer
at Bethesda Softworks

Instructor Highlights

Aspen C.

Associate Designer
at Bethesda Softworks

“The spirit of innovation and creativity I felt around my students while teaching Unity led me toward my career as a professional game designer. My time at iD Tech taught me that no dream is too big, and that brilliant ideas can come from anywhere.”

Instructor Highlights

Brian M.

Software Engineer
at Disney

Instructor Highlights

Brian M.

Software Engineer
at Disney

“The opportunity to create an environment of collaboration, inclusion, and creativity was a truly special experience. The skills I honed while teaching at iD Tech led me to my software engineering roles at ESPN and the Walt Disney Company.”

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my teen need this program?

The market for augmented and virtual reality is set to exceed $200 billion by next year, with developers relying heavily on Unity (the 3D engine that fuels everything from gaming to industrial design) to create the most immersive experiences. This program will prepare your teen for the world of opportunity that awaits game devs with a solid foundation in these visionary fields.

Is this program right for my teen?

This course is an ideal launchpad for pre-collegiate students looking to learn the fundamentals of User Experience and User Interface design. The course is first and foremost a game design course, with minimal coding. It’s particularly beneficial for students aspiring to intern or work in fields such as graphic design, AR, and VR, creatives who want to build a specialized tech skillset, and those looking to boost their portfolios and college applications with official certification.

What college and career opportunities can this course lead to?

As of this year, it’s projected that 58.9 million people will use VR and 93.3 million will use AR at least once per month in the US; to put that in perspective, roughly 17.7% and 28.1% of the total population. Of the many STEM jobs of the future, VR and AR programmers, developers, designers, technicians, and product managers are sure to be among some of the most exciting out there.

Is this course suitable for all skill levels?

Yes, this course is designed for beginner to advanced students. Our small class size ensures that each student receives individual attention and has the freedom to learn at their own pace.

What is the camp experience like?

At our on-campus programs, students get inspired by iconic architecture, learn in our next-gen labs, and get a taste of collegiate life. With our small classes, your child will progress at their own pace with the hottest software and hardware, while learning from carefully-vetted talent sought by companies like Google, Apple, EA, and Disney. They hire who we hire.

As the only STEM educator rooted in 23+ years of legendary camp traditions, we know that when learning is fun, kids and teens stick with it! At camp, students build relationships in a fun and inclusive campus setting, and in between sessions in the labs, can be found diving into high-energy outdoor games and video game tournaments, and bonding over legendary iD traditions like raffles, pie-your-instructor Fridays, and so much more.