Graduate Success

"My experience at CG Spectrum was second to none, and taught me so much more than I initially anticipated."

"Having a mentor definitely helped! It was awesome to have someone I could reach out to when I was stuck."

"Hands down the best decision I've made for my career. The learning material and staff were great, and having an industry mentor was an invaluable asset that really helped me get my break in the VFX industry."

"The training solidified my skills using Unreal Engine. Having used it briefly before, and feeling overwhelmed by how big the range is of what you can do, the training taught me the areas I would need for virtual production very well. I now feel confident with the skills I have gained."

"I have never experienced such an explosive evolution in my art since attending CG Spectrum. I have learnt an incredible amount, not only from my amazing mentor Eric Wilkerson but from the entire CGS community. 

"One of the best decisions I've ever made for my career. I took advantage of everything CG Spectrum had to offer and as a result, I landed my dream job at my dream company. Thank you CG Spectrum!"

"The career program was invaluable! These sessions really helped guide me, and explained how to approach my showreel and the subsequent application processes."

"I’d take the course again if I could! I can’t praise CG Spectrum enough for the quality of teaching and dedication to their students."

"To better understand the industry, I enrolled at CG Spectrum. There I was able to create a demo reel and build connections with professionals that ultimately led me to my first opportunity as an animator at Sony Imageworks. I have to give a HUGE shout-out to CG Spectrum’s Career Development Manager."

"CG Spectrum has been an instrumental part of my growth. CG Spectrum has helped me sharpen my skills, acquire new ones and strengthen my character animation abilities. This is an invaluable experience for anyone looking to take their skills to the next level."

"It's been extremely helpful for my portfolio and my confidence as an artist! I've learned so much about not only animation, but the thought process an artist goes through when creating a piece."

"Getting access to industry mentors is huge. There's a world of information out there, but nothing compared to talking to someone in the know. I really liked the 1-on-1 format. It was the first time I had an experienced animator open my scene file. It was what I needed to get over some technical hurdles."

"I learned more in 9 months than other students do in 2 years. The level of education I have received is unlike any other school I've come across. What separates CG Spectrum from other schools is that the mentors are not only talented professionals in their own right, but they also care about your success. I cannot recommend it enough."

"Not just for people wanting to break into the industry, it's also for professionals already in it. I am a concept artist at Paradox Interactive in Sweden, and I wanted to expand my illustration skills, so I decided to take the Digital Illustration Course. I am loving it!! If you're a professional and want to learn a new skill, I would say go ahead! Expand your set of skills!

"I have nothing but great things to say of CG Spectrum! I was a bit unsure when I signed up for the concept art course because I had no prior experience, but it changed my life. I had a great mentor, Brandon, who would always push me to do better and I learned valuable things in each class."

"I was approached by Skybound North, and after a couple of months freelancing, I was offered an in-house job on a new animation project. I went to a game art school after I graduated, but it wasn’t really what I was looking for. At the same time, I had started CG Spectrum’s concept art course, which is where I met my mentor Brandon Reimchen. He was an amazing teacher!"

"I've never improved as an artist so quickly. Great course! They teach you what you need to know and don't waste your time with stuff that just fills out a course. It was specific to what I needed to know. I definitely would recommend this to people interested in getting into the industry."

"Thank you CG Spectrum for giving me exactly what I needed to get started in this competitive industry. I started the Concept Art & Illustration Course to create a stunning portfolio to apply for an internship. Without CG Spectrum I would never have been able to create a portfolio on a level that got me an amazing internship in Beijing."

"The curriculum structure is very reasonable, with both academic basic theories and useful suggestions for career paths. Thanks to my mentors, Brian Huang and Victoria Sarkissian, who not only taught me drawing skills and design techniques, but more importantly, they also gave me the confidence to continue working hard."

"CG Spectrum seemed too good to be true. Looking back, it was the best decision. Co-Directors of top box office movies and supervisors of major Netflix TV shows are giving me feedback on my projects. Students also have access to a strong community, and an awesome career class to prepare you for your dream job."

"Having unlimited access to industry experts offers a treasure trove of learning opportunities for aspiring artists. Learning new or different software is not the hard part. What matters is making the most of whatever tools you know. My education helped me in my career, delivering results in the smartest way possible with whatever options available."

"I got a job offer at a major feature film studio before even graduating! Studying at CG Spectrum gave me the opportunity to network with industry artists while I was learning, and coupled with the amazing course, I was able to secure a position in the industry. Now I'm working on amazing projects in my dream job!"

"I highly recommend signing up with CG Spectrum! I was looking for a final push to bump my skills and finally start applying for jobs as an artist. Shortly after finishing my Advanced 3D Modeling Course I landed my first job as Junior Environment Artist, which was my dream!"

"CG Spectrum's training got me hired in the industry. CG Spectrum helped me build the skills and connections that directly resulted in getting hired as a Gameplay Programmer at New World Interactive."

"CG Spectrum has exceeded my expectations in terms of quality of learning, support, and continued guidance from mentors and peers. Also, the community at CG Spectrum is amazing! People are passionate about what they study and do. It's a great study and work environment."

"CG Spectrum is the perfect place to gain focus, understanding, an encouragement for your journey. If you are looking for a supportive place to gain or hone skills in game design or other verticals, CGS is a fantastic and worthy place to dive in."

"A cornerstone for your career. I can honestly say that even by having experience in the field, I've gained a mind-blowing volume of understanding, even when considering the most basic of aspects behind Game Design and Development! Lessons are challenging, and assignments and classes engaging. A must for any professional looking to up their game a notch or 73."

"I chose CG Spectrum because I wanted to take my learning to the next level & ensure I was working on the most efficient way to get into the industry. Chris Swain was the guiding force that kept me headed in the right direction with his sage advice. He was also a calming presence that kept me relaxed during what was often an overwhelming experience."

"CG Spectrum prepares you to work as a professional game designer from day one. The course makes study as if you were on your first job. If you are willing to put the energy into studying, do the assignments, and you're ready to hear your mentor's suggestions, and challenge yourself to push your limits, you will get an experience very similar to the workplace. "

"Having someone that is part of the industry personalizing your training, and providing honest feedback backed up by years of experience is something very valuable you won't get in other Game Programming Courses. My mentor assisted me in realizing a game prototype I had in mind for quite a long time, and that was amazing.

"CG Spectrum is my ideal way of learning. With mentors active in the industry keeping you on track with industry-proven skills and workflows, you know you're not wasting your time. You get what you put into this course and there isn't such thing as being too keen. I couldn't be happier with the progress and skills I've gained since starting."

"The flexibility and online approach really worked for me. Having a mentor who works in the industry facilitated both guidance and support in the weekly submissions. Their critiques guided my skill set and put me in front of the competition by helping me learn to troubleshoot from my mistakes. "

"I went from knowing nothing about FX, to receiving job offers within 6 months of study with CG Spectrum! I was blown away by the level of personal interaction the 1-on-1 mentorship provides. Having a direct line to an industry veteran as my mentor has been an invaluable resource and has taken my rate of learning to the next level.

"My only regret is that I didn't do it sooner! I found the experience to be very beneficial. My mentor helped me accelerate my learning with our weekly meetings. Once I completed the course, I was left with great portfolio pieces for my showreel and given free ongoing help from a Career Development Manager. "

"I started CG Spectrum with no experience in visual effects. In my opinion, the education with CG Spectrum is the closest to giving me actual industry experience since I’m working alongside an industry vet while being taught the fundamentals of my trade. "

"You're not just another number. I always dreamed of breaking into the entertainment industry and since joining CG Spectrum I realised it's not an unachievable dream. CG Spectrum has a way of mentoring"

"CG Spectrum got me my dream job! As a 2D animator, I wanted to expand my skill-set and learn 3D animation. I tried to do so myself but lacked guidance from a professional. After a lot of research, I found CG Spectrum. The curriculum is wonderful, the mentors are fantastic, and the school is very accommodating."

"I was hired by Ubisoft! It’s your career success that matters. I applied to some companies with my updated reel and got hired by a studio named Dwarf-Labs where I did some animations for a CG commercial. Then I was hired by Ubisoft where I worked on one of their biggest franchises, Assassin’s Creed!"