Meet our teachers, staff and students
AIE campuses · Free event
Open Day
Discover courses in games, 3D animation, film and VFX. Meet our teachers, students and industry guests.
Saturday 21 November 2026
What you’ll get on the day
See the careers and studios we train you for
Explore courses, from beginner to professional mastery
Learn what you need to get started and how to apply
Hear from our students
Their Journey Started at Open Day
Learning directly from industry professionals was one of the highlights of studying at AIE
Connor Mills
Bachelor of Game Development, Major in Game Programming
AIE’s passionate teachers, practical learning, and a supportive community helped me succeed.
Aspen Harwood
Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning) specialising in Games Business
Presentations
Presentations run all day from 10am to 3pm. Open a presentation to see what it covers.
AIE Courses & Career Pathways
An overview of the industry, our courses and how to apply
The games and film industry continues to grow significantly both in Australia and overseas. During this session participants will be given an in-depth analysis of the industry as well as detailed information on the courses that AIE offers, and the application process.
Game Art & Animation
How artists build characters, worlds and animation for games
Game artists create all the amazing graphics in the games you love to play. They are responsible for creating the characters, environments, all the visual effects plus a range of other tasks that impact on the visual style of the game.
Game Programming
How programmers build the systems and gameplay behind a game
Programmers are the wizards of the future! Game programmers are instrumental when it comes to creating the framework, functionality and interaction in a game.
Game Design & Production
How designers shape story, gameplay and production
Game Designers are instrumental in the development of the concepts, story and implementation of game play dynamics in video game production. They are the visionaries and evangelists and are vital in the development process. AIE’s Game Design and Production teachers will be providing information on the content of this course.
Filmmaking
Telling stories on film with virtual production technology
Discover what it takes to tell stories using film as your medium and the latest in virtual production technology. This session will provide an overview of AIE’s Filmmaking course with information about the curriculum, equipment, software and practical skills students will develop in this course.
3D Animation & VFX for Film
Creating animation and visual effects for film and screen
3D artists create all the amazing visual content we see on our screens. This session will provide an in-depth look at AIE's 3D Animation and VFX course with specific details on each of the units covered in the course. Teachers will also be showcasing work from some of this year's students.
Student and Industry guest speakers
Hear from current students, graduates and industry guest speakers.
Each campus will be hosting an AIE alumni speaker who will be sharing their experiences of what life is like working in the games/film industry. Check the tab below to see who is speaking at your local campus.
Register for Open Day
Free entry. Saturday 21 November, 10am to 3pm. * Required
Graduate case study
From AIE student to 3D Animator at Flying Bark
Aiden studied 3D animation and visual effects at AIE, where he decided to specialise and focus on his goal of becoming an animator. Since graduating in 2023, Aiden has built a successful career at renown Australian studio Flying Bark Productions, progressing from crowd animation to Mid-Level Animator.
Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media, specialising in 3D Animation and Visual Effects.
3D Animator
Flying Bark Productions
“AIE prepared me for visual effects industry and the collaborative environment of a real studio”
How to get there
Choose your campus for transport, parking and where to check in on the day.
Sydney Campus
33 Mountain Street, Ultimo
Get directionsPublic transport
The nearest transport is a 2 minute walk from the stop on Broadway close to the intersection with Mountain Street, with Central Station a 17 minute walk away.
Parking
The nearest parking is at Broadway Shopping Centre (3 minutes walk away) which is free for up to 2 hours parking. There is metered street parking on Mountain Street.
On the day
Enter the campus at 33 Mountain Street, Ultimo and check in at the front desk.
Accessibility
Lift access is provided to all levels. Accessible parking is available on Mountain St.
Melbourne Campus
Tower 4, Atrium Level, World Trade Centre, 18-38 Siddeley Street, Melbourne
Get directionsPublic transport
The nearest transport is the Spencer St/Flinders St tram stop (Stop 1, routes 12, 70, 75, 96, 109) located a 2-minute walk away, or Southern Cross Train Station an 8-minute walk away.
Parking
The nearest option is the World Trade Centre multi-story secure parking garage directly next to the campus.
On the day
Enter through the main entrance of the World Trade Centre (18–38 Siddeley Street) and proceed up to the Atrium Level reception via escalators or elevator. Check-in at the entrance to the campus.
Accessibility
Lifts provides access to all levels, and accessible parking is available in Sidderly St.
Canberra Campus
Block E, Canberra Technology Park, 49 Phillip Avenue, Watson
Get directionsPublic transport
The nearest public transport is the bus stop at Watson Shops (Route 39) located approximately a 500-meter (6-minute) walk from campus, or the Phillip Avenue Light Rail stop about a 9-minute (750m) walk away.
Parking
Ample free parking is available in the car park off Phillip Avenue.
On the day
Enter using the main entry to Canberra Technology Park, 49 Phillip Avenue, and make your way to E Block following signs to AIE.
Accessibility
Most Canberra campus presentations are all accessible and held on ground floor. Some of the film presentations may be held on Level 1. Please contact the campus before the day if you assistance. Accessible parking is available close to the front entrance.
Adelaide Campus
Level 3, 32 Grenfell Street, Adelaide
Get directionsPublic transport
The nearest bus stop is F2, directly in front of the campus building on Grenfell Street, with Adelaide Railway Station and CBD free tram stops located within a short walk.
Parking
Multiple multi-storey commercial car parks (such as UPark Grenfell St) are located directly along Grenfell Street within a 1-to-3-minute walk.
On the day
Head to the main entrance at 32 Grenfell Street, next to City Cross Shopping Centre and check in the lift lobby before heading up to the campus.
Accessibility
Lifts provides access to all levels, and accessible parking is available close by on Grenfell Street, Pirie Street, and Wyatt Street.
Campus locations
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