Exploring the future of human story telling through digital media is at the heart of a new partnership between Curtin University and Southeast Asia-based creative media technology company, Oceanus Media Global (OMG).
Curtin Pro Vice-Chancellor, Humanities, Professor Richard Blythe said signing a Memorandum of Understanding with OMG is a transformative moment for creative media technology education and an excellent example of partnering with industry to create meaningful outcomes for students and the creative sector.
“We are thrilled to collaborate with Oceanus Media Global to provide our students with firsthand exposure to the latest advancements in virtual production, VFX and immersive media”, Professor Blythe said.
“This partnership will enable us to deliver a dynamic, industry-responsive curriculum that equips our graduates with the practical skills necessary to thrive in the digital economy".
“By combining OMG’s industry expertise with our educational excellence, we’re creating unprecedented opportunities for our students and the broader creative sector”.
OMG CEO Nick GC Tan said his organisation was excited to share their expertise and create pathways for emerging talent.
“With the expanding creative industry in Western Australia, this collaboration positions both organisations at the forefront of digital innovation and content creation”, Mr Tan said.
“Together with Curtin, we aim to equip students and industry professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the rapidly changing creative media and technology landscape”.
The partnership between the institutions involves several key initiatives aimed at fostering industry growth and workforce development. These initiatives include the creation of industry-aligned curriculum and modules, along with enhanced Virtual Production (VP) and VFX course content. Students will benefit from work experience opportunities and industry placements, while the partnership also offers virtual production consultancy services. Additionally, collaborative industry projects will take place between Singapore and Perth, with the potential for global collaboration through Curtin's international campuses, further strengthening the global reach and impact of the partnership.
Senior Lecturer and Major Coordinator for Animation and Game Design Jonathan Pillai said the collaboration would introduce co-designed modules, enhanced virtual production training and industry-aligned curriculum developments.
“Our partnership with OMG will help to bridge the gap between academia and industry requirements, ensuring our graduates are equipped with cutting-edge skills to meet real-world demands”, Mr Pillai said.
“This collaboration will be a 'game-changer' for Curtin’s digital creative media program and our students’ future careers”.
