Naledi Animation Masterclass
ItThynk Gaming has teamed up with ‘Those Production Girls’ and ‘ The Hidden Hand Studios’ for Naledi Animation Masterclases, which is open to all Animation Enthusiasts and those interested in elevating their animation skills.
The masterclass commences from 30 January 2025- 13 March 2025. The registrations are now open until the 23 January 2025. Register on the link below:
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Unreal Engine Training Program
Learn Game Design & Development with Unreal Engine 5
Develop your skills from beginner to intermediate level with our comprehensive 3-month course, led by industry expert Siyathandana Nontolwana.
Course Details
• Program Duration: 3 months
• Class Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
• Session Duration: 120 minutes per session (including Q&A)
Course Outline:
1. Month 1: Mechanics Design
• Introduction to game mechanics and core mechanics.
• Learn Unreal Engine basics: navigation, object creation, manipulation, and project setup.
• Outcome: Develop a prototype focused on game mechanics.
2. Month 2: Dynamics Design
• In-depth focus on game dynamics as per the MDA framework.
• Continue Unreal Engine project development with dynamics-oriented gameplay.
• Outcome: Create a second prototype that showcases game dynamics.
3. Month 3: Aesthetics Design
• Explore game aesthetics in depth.
• Refine game prototypes with aesthetics, aligning with Unreal Engine’s visual capabilities.
• Outcome: Complete a third prototype highlighting game aesthetics.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, you will:
• Understand game design fundamentals and the MDA framework.
• Have hands-on experience creating and managing projects in Unreal Engine 5.
• Complete three game prototypes demonstrating mechanics, dynamics, and aesthetics.
Instructor: Siyathandana Nontolwana
Siyathandana Nontolwana brings hands-on experience as a game developer and designer, with an extensive background in Unreal Engine. Connect with Siya:
• Email: siyanontolwane@gmail.com
• LinkedIn: Siyathandana Nontolwana
Upcoming Course Dates
• Next Intake: January 2025
• Future Course Dates: April 2025, July 2025
How to Register
Interested learners can Register Here to secure their place. Please ensure you meet the minimum PC requirements listed below before registering:
• Operating System: Windows 10, 64-bit
• Processor: Quad-core Intel or AMD, 2.5 GHz or faster
• Memory: 8GB RAM
• Graphics Card: DirectX 11/12 compatible
For more information or assistance with registration, contact us at support@itthynkgaming.co.za.
About Siyathandana Nontolwana
Siyathandana Nontolwana is a skilled Game Designer and Unreal Engine Developer currently at ItThynk Gaming, with a Bachelor of Arts in Digital Arts from the University of the Witwatersrand, specializing in game design and animation.
As an Epic Games Authorized Unreal Engine Instructor since June 2024, Siya is proficient in Blueprint-based development, gameplay, and UI design. His experience includes contributing as the lead developer on Karmzah Run, a collaborative mobile game with Leti Arts, inspired by the empowering Karmzah comic. Known for creativity, teamwork, and leadership, he brings a multilingual edge with fluency in English, isiZulu, and Sesotho, strengthening their role in the game development industry.
